IR Professional

Role Purpose

The role is responsible for ensuring end-to-end statutory and labour law compliance across multiple project sites engaged in installation, commissioning and maintenance of Siemens Energy India Ltd product / service range like switch gears, transformers, turbines, and related infrastructure. The incumbent will act as a central compliance anchor, partnering with site teams to ensure adherence, mitigate risks, and manage regulatory interactions.

• Key Responsibilities
• Compliance Monitoring & Governance
• Monitor and review monthly statutory compliance across all project sites pan-India covering, not limited to, Wages, Overtime, PF, Shops and Establishment, Interstate migrant workers, Building and Other Construction Workers, ESI, Professional Tax, Contact labour, etc
• Develop and implement a robust compliance tracking and reporting system (dashboards, MIS, alerts).
• Aware about changes arising from the new Labour codes (Wages, Social Security, Industrial Relations, OSH)
• Conduct periodic compliance audits (physical/ virtual) and identify gaps with actionable closure plans.
• Standardize compliance processes, checklists, and documentation practices across sites.
• Advisory & Capability Building
• Guide site Project/ HR/ IR teams and contractors on statutory requirements and compliance frameworks.
• Provide interpretations of laws and practical solutions to operational challenges at sites.
• Develop SOPs, compliance manuals, and toolkits for site teams.
• Conduct training sessions/ workshops for site teams and contractors on labour law compliance and regulatory updates.
• Regulatory Liaison & Issue Resolution
• Monitor and review along with applicable agency for sites in obtaining registrations, licenses, and statutory approvals.
• Assist in handling inspections, audits, and inquiries from labour authorities.
• Guide site teams in responding to notices, show-cause letters, and legal queries.
• Liaise with local authorities and external consultants to resolve complex compliance issues.
• Contractor Compliance Management
• Ensure contractors adhere to statutory obligations including wage payments, social security, and welfare provisions.
• Implement contractor compliance evaluation and rating mechanisms.
• Review contractor documentation and ensure compliance before onboarding and during execution.
• Risk Management & Reporting
• Identify compliance risks and escalate critical issues to leadership.
• Maintain a centralized repository of compliance records and statutory filings.
• Prepare periodic compliance reports for senior management.
• Track legal changes and proactively update internal stakeholders on implications.
• Continuous Improvement
• Drive digitization/automation of compliance tracking systems.
• Benchmark best practices across industry and implement improvements.
• Strengthen internal controls and governance frameworks for site compliance.
• Key Interfaces
• Internal: Site and Central Project Management teams, HR/ IR Teams, Legal, Finance, Procurement
• External: Labour Authorities, Inspectors, Consultants, Contractors
• Qualifications & Experience
  
  

• Postgraduate in HR / Industrial Relations / Personnel Management (mandatory)
• LL.B. (preferred)
  
  

• 10–15 years of relevant experience in labour law compliance, preferably in:
• Infrastructure / EPC / Engineering / Manufacturing sectors
• Multi-location/site-based operations
• Strong exposure to handling statutory compliance for project sites and contractor workforce.
• Functional Competencies
• In-depth knowledge of Indian labour laws and upcoming Labour Codes
• Experience in handling inspections, litigation support, and regulatory interactions
• Ability to interpret legal provisions and translate into actionable guidance
• Behavioral Competencies
• Strong ownership and hands-on approach
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
• Ability to work in ambiguous, dynamic site environments
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
• High integrity and compliance orientation
• Additional Requirements (Good to Have)
• Experience in digital compliance tools / platforms
• Exposure to unionized environments and IR issues
• Familiarity with audits, certifications, and EHS compliance frameworks
• Reporting Structure
• Reports to: Head – IR
• Success Metrics (KPIs)
• Compliance score across sites
• Reduction in non-compliance instances and penalties
• Timely closure of audit observations
• Effectiveness in handling inspections and notices
• Contractor compliance adherence levels