The position will be responsible for managing and strengthening Industrial Relations across the organization's manufacturing locations. The role will partner closely with the Management to proactively address IR matters, foster a positive employee environment, and ensure effective engagement with workmen, unions, and statutory authorities.
The position reports to the Senior Vice President – HR.
Key Responsibilities
- Establish and strengthen formal and informal two-way communication channels to promote transparency, trust, and effective employee relations.
- Develop and institutionalize sustainable Industrial Relations policies and practices aligned with the long-term interests of the organization.
- Lead employee counselling, grievance resolution, and conflict management initiatives to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
- Drive employee engagement initiatives, including Employee Satisfaction Surveys and other developmental interventions.
- Liaise with government and enforcement authorities on matters relating to Labour Laws and statutory compliance.
- Independently manage Industrial Relations matters, including domestic enquiries, disciplinary proceedings, and employee-related disputes.
- Build a culture of trust, cooperation, participation, and mutual respect through a proactive and collaborative IR approach.
- Oversee and coordinate legal matters related to labour issues, including court cases, industrial disputes, accident cases, and other employment-related matters.
- Manage relationships with multiple workers unions and lead wage settlement discussions and negotiations.
- Partner with Management in negotiating and executing long-term wage settlements and agreements with unions.
- Proactively identify potential IR risks and develop appropriate strategies to mitigate disputes and maintain industrial harmony.
- Work closely with plant leadership and HR teams to ensure consistent implementation of IR policies and practices across manufacturing locations.
Education & Experience
- MBA – HR / MSW / MHRM from a reputed institution.
- 15+ years of relevant experience in Industrial Relations, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong hands-on experience in managing workers unions, wage settlements, collective bargaining, and long-term agreements.
- Demonstrated ability to independently lead wage settlement meetings and negotiate effectively with union representatives.
- Strong exposure to handling disciplinary proceedings, domestic enquiries, labour disputes, and employment-related legal matters.
