Process Leader- Employment Counsel

Acuity Knowledge Partners (Acuity) is a leading provider of bespoke research, analytics and technology solutions to the financial services sector, including asset managers, corporate and investment banks, private equity and venture capital firms, hedge funds and consulting firms. Its global network of over 6,000 analysts and industry experts, combined with proprietary technology, supports more than 600 financial institutions and consulting companies to operate more efficiently and unlock their human capital, driving revenue higher and transforming operations. Acuity is headquartered in London and operates from 10 locations worldwide.

The company fosters a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment, nurturing talent, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity or sexual orientation.

Acuity was established as a separate business from Moodys Corporation in 2019, following its acquisition by Equistone Partners Europe (Equistone). In January 2023, funds advised by global private equity firm Permira acquired a majority stake in the business from Equistone, which remains invested as a minority shareholder.

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Basic Information

Position Title - Process leader

Experience Level - 10-12+yrs

Department - Legal

Location - Gurgaon

Shift timings- 10:00am -7pm

Position reports to - Senior Director Legal

Key Responsibilities

- Reviewing, drafting, negotiating employment agreements, non-compete and confidentiality clauses, consultant contracts and other HR-related legal documents (India as well as international jurisdictions).

- Conducting legal risk assessments pertaining to labour and employment law issues and providing practical guidance to internal HR and business stakeholders.

- Advising on and ensuring compliance with local and international employment laws and regulations, including but not limited to hiring practices, employee relations, workplace policies, terminations, and disciplinary actions.

- Strong working knowledge and hands-on experience in employment laws including labour relations, compliance with statutory regulations, organizational policy drafting, and employee dispute resolution.

- Prior experience in providing legal counsel on employment matters, managing workplace investigations, and dealing with regulatory authorities related to employment practices. - Ability to liaise with business stake holders and closing tasks independently.

- Good articulation skills and ability to independently evaluate tasks, situations relating to various commercial and corporate matters, and providing practical solutions/advice to management.

- Successful candidate will be part of Acuity legal team, based out of Gurgaon

Qualifications

- Law degree from one of the top 10 universities, with at least 10 to 12 years of post-qualification experience with a good corporate law firm(s) and/or in-house counsel (preferably in the outsourcing industry).

- Very good English communication skills (written and verbal). - Good understanding of local employment laws.

- Knowledge and prior working knowledge of UK, USA & Europe employment laws is a must