Officer/Executive - Industrial Relations (IR)

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

Industrial Relations & Compliance:

• Handle end-to-end IR activities in line with labor laws and company policies.
• Ensure compliance with Factories Act, Industrial Disputes Act, Trade Union Act, and other labor laws applicable to the pharmaceutical industry.
• Maintain and update statutory records, licenses, and registers as per regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with government labor departments and ensure timely submission of reports and returns.
  

Employee Relations & Grievance Handling

• Act as a point of contact for grievance redressal and resolve employee issues proactively.
• Assist in conducting disciplinary proceedings and issuing notices when required.
• Support in handling employee disputes, legal cases, and negotiations with union representatives.
  

Union & Workforce Management

• Maintain a professional relationship with union representatives and workers to ensure a peaceful work environment.
• Participate in union negotiations and support in drafting agreements in consultation with senior management.
• Monitor workplace issues and ensure compliance with company policies to prevent industrial disputes.
  

Audits & Reports

• Assist in conducting internal and external labor audits and ensure corrective actions are taken.
• Prepare and maintain IR reports, labor compliance reports, and dispute resolution documentation.
  

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor's/Master's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or Labor Law.
• Experience: 1-3 years of experience in handling Industrial Relations (IR) in a manufacturing or pharmaceutical company.
• Basic understanding of labor laws, statutory compliance, and union management.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to handle conflict resolution and grievance handling efficiently.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a pharmaceutical or manufacturing setup will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of wage settlements, labor contracts, and employee welfare programs