Human Resources Compliance Manager

HR Compliance Governance

Lead and oversee end-to-end HR compliance framework across the organization

Ensure adherence to all applicable labor laws and statutory regulations (CLRA, Shops & Establishments, Factories Act, PF, ESI, PT, Gratuity, Bonus, TDS, etc.)Interpret regulatory changes and translate them into actionable HR policies and processes

Statutory & Regulatory Management

Ensure timely statutory filings, returns, challans, and registrations

Oversee compliance for employee lifecycle events (onboarding, payroll, exits, contractors)Manage compliance for outsourced staff, vendors, and third-party payrolls

Audits, Inspections & Risk Management

Lead internal and external HR compliance audits

Represent the organization during labor inspections and regulatory inquiries

Identify compliance risks and implement corrective and preventive actions

Policy & Documentation

Draft, review, and update HR policies, SOPs, and statutory registers

Ensure proper maintenance of records, licenses, and employee documentation

Drive standardization of compliance practices across locations

Stakeholder Collaboration

Partner with Legal, Finance, Payroll, HR Ops, and business leaders

Advise senior management on compliance risks and mitigation strategies

Coordinate with consultants, labor authorities, and external auditors

Team Leadership & Capability Building

Review team outputs for accuracy and regulatory adherence

Lead, mentor, and develop the HR compliance team

Build compliance awareness across HR and business teams

Technology & Process Improvement

Leverage HRIS and compliance tools for automation and tracking

Improve compliance dashboards, MIS, and reporting

Drive process efficiencies and reduce compliance gaps

Required Qualifications

MBA degree in HR, Labor Law, or related degree.

10+ years of experience in HR Compliance / Industrial Relations

Strong experience in BFSI / NBFC / Manufacturing / Retail / Large Corporate setups

In-depth knowledge of labor laws and statutory compliance

Preferred Qualifications

Experience handling multi-state or pan-India compliance

Exposure to labor litigation and inspections

Familiarity with HRIS and compliance automation tools

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of labor laws and regulatory frameworks
• Risk assessment and problem-solving
• Stakeholder influence and leadership communication
• Attention to detail and documentation excellence
• Integrity and confidentiality