Lead - IR

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Ahmedabad, Gujarat, IND
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Utilities
The Role
Leads industrial and employee relations across operational sites, including union negotiations, collective bargaining, grievance resolution, disciplinary proceedings, labor disputes, statutory compliance, contract labor governance, audits, and government liaison. Partners with HR, site leaders, legal teams, and labor authorities to manage workforce risks, resolve conflicts, and maintain industrial harmony. Requires substantial experience in unionized, labor-intensive, and multi-site environments.
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Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities 1. Industrial Relations & Union Management

  • Develop and implement Industrial Relations strategies aligned with business objectives.
  • Build and maintain constructive relationships with employees, workmen, union representatives, and labor authorities.
  • Lead negotiations, settlements, and collective bargaining discussions.
  • Anticipate and mitigate industrial unrest through proactive engagement and resolution mechanisms.
  • Ensure industrial harmony across plants, projects, and operational locations.

2. Employee Relations & Workforce Engagement

  • Address employee grievances, complaints, and disciplinary issues in a timely and effective manner.
  • Drive employee engagement initiatives to foster a positive work culture.
  • Support leadership teams in managing sensitive workforce matters.
  • Facilitate effective communication between management and employees.

3. Labour Law & Statutory Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws, labor codes, and statutory regulations.
  • Oversee adherence to requirements related to contract labor, wages, social security, and employment practices.
  • Coordinate statutory inspections, audits, and interactions with government authorities.
  • Ensure maintenance of statutory records, registers, and documentation.

4. Contract Labour Management

  • Monitor compliance of contractors and vendor workforce with legal and organizational requirements.
  • Ensure timely statutory payments and documentation by contractors.
  • Implement governance mechanisms for contract workforce management.
  • Conduct compliance reviews and periodic audits of contractor operations.

5. Disciplinary & Legal Matters

  • Manage domestic inquiries, disciplinary proceedings, and misconduct investigations.
  • Handle labor disputes, conciliation proceedings, and litigation matters in coordination with legal teams.
  • Represent the organization before labor authorities and regulatory bodies when required.
  • Maintain records of settlements, disputes, legal cases, and disciplinary actions.

6. Stakeholder Management

  • Collaborate with HR, Business Leaders, Site Heads, and Functional Teams on IR matters.
  • Establish and maintain effective relationships with labor departments, government agencies, and external stakeholders.
  • Provide guidance and support to site HR teams on complex IR issues.
Qualifications

Education

  • Master's Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Labour Welfare, Social Work, Personnel Management, or equivalent.
  • MBA/PGDM (HR) or MSW preferred.
  • LLB/LLM qualification will be an added advantage.
  • Looking for someone who can speak/understand Gujarat and Marathi language 

Experience

  • 10-15+ years of experience in Industrial Relations, Employee Relations, Labor Compliance, or HR Operations.
  • Proven experience in managing unionized workforce and labor-intensive environments.
  • Experience in Power, Energy, Utilities, Infrastructure, EPC, Manufacturing, Heavy Engineering, Metals, Cement, Oil & Gas, or similar industries preferred.
  • Exposure to multi-site/project-based operations will be an advantage.

Key Competencies

  • Industrial Relations & Employee Relations
  • Union Negotiation & Collective Bargaining
  • Labor Laws & Statutory Compliance
  • Contract Labour Management
  • Conflict Resolution & Grievance Handling
  • Domestic Inquiry & Disciplinary Proceedings
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Government & Regulatory Liaison
  • Risk Management & Workforce Governance
  • Leadership, Communication & Negotiation Skills

Preferred Profile

  • Strong understanding of contemporary labor laws and industrial relations practices.
  • Ability to handle complex workforce challenges in a dynamic operational environment.
  • Strong influencing, negotiation, and relationship management capabilities.
  • Proven track record of maintaining industrial harmony and managing critical IR situations.

Skills Required

  • Master's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Labour Welfare, Social Work, Personnel Management, or equivalent
  • 10-15+ years of experience in Industrial Relations, Employee Relations, Labor Compliance, or HR Operations
  • Experience managing unionized workforces and labor-intensive environments
  • Ability to speak or understand Gujarati and Marathi
  • MBA or PGDM in Human Resources
  • MSW qualification
  • LLB or LLM qualification
  • Experience in Power, Energy, Utilities, Infrastructure, EPC, Manufacturing, Heavy Engineering, Metals, Cement, Oil and Gas, or similar industries
  • Exposure to multi-site or project-based operations
  • Strong understanding of contemporary labor laws and industrial relations practices
  • Strong influencing, negotiation, communication, and relationship management capabilities
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The Company
HQ: Ahmedabad, GUJARAT
20,544 Employees

What We Do

Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world class transport and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its transport logistics and energy utility portfolio businesses focusing on large scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards. With four IG rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India. Adani owes its success and leadership position to its core philosophy of ‘Nation Building’ driven by ‘Growth with Goodness’ - a guiding principle for sustainable growth. Adani is committed to increase its ESG footprint by realigning its businesses with emphasis on climate protection and increasing community outreach through its CSR programme based on the principles of sustainability, diversity and shared values. Watch Pehle Pankha Ayega | Phir Bijli Aayegi : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1orXXuPzNmY

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