Labour and Employment Law – Legal Team – Associate Manager / Manager

Location: Gurgaon, Bangalore

Description

About Accenture:

Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, we offer Strategy and Consulting, Technology and Operations Services, and Accenture Song - all powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centres. Our 699,000 people deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, serving clients in more than 120 countries. We embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners and communities. Visit us at www.accenture.com

About Entity:

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Job description:

Labour & Employment Counsel – Associate Manager

Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, Accenture offers Strategy and Consulting, Technology and Operations services and Accenture Song—all powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centres.

Accenture India has operations in 14 cities across India and have more than 300k employees spread across these locations.

Requirement:

• We are looking for 2 lawyer for position of Associate Manager (equivalent to a Deputy Manager in industry parlance) in the Employment Law (India) Legal Group
• Reporting will be to Senior Manager / Associate Director [Legal]

Employment Law which is a part of Operations, Regulatory and Ethics (CORE) Legal, supports a broad portfolio and supports the Delivery Centres, in end-to-end operations. Internal clients range from Employee Relations, HR, Recruitment, Workplace, Global Asset Protection (GAP), Marketing and Communication (Marcom), and Government Relations.

Role Description:

This role is broad and could involve providing advice on various facets of legal and employment areas and demands an understanding of Indian labour laws, laws relating to investigations (misconduct, POSH and others),  and court proceedings etc.

Focus for the current position is as follows:

Role Description:

• Advisory Services: Provide legal guidance on employment-related issues in India, including hiring practices, employment contracts, misconduct, discrimination, harassment, employee benefits, termination procedures etc.  Proactively assess and mitigate employment legal risks.
• Employment Disputes and Litigation: Manage employment-related disputes, claims, and litigation in tribunals and courts, including wrongful termination, discrimination claims, and wage disputes. Collaborate with external legal counsel to strategize and achieve optimal outcomes.
• Legal Drafting: Prepare written statements and responses to claims, conduct comprehensive legal research to support case strategies, and stay abreast of recent case laws and legal precedents in labour and employment law.
• Sexual Harassment Law: Provide advice on matters related to the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act.
• Policy review: Collaborate with stakeholders to develop, review, and implement employment policies and procedures that comply with local laws and align with the organization’s values.
• Regulatory Monitoring: Monitor changes in employment laws and regulations, assess their impact on the organization, and recommend proactive measures to ensure compliance and mitigate potential risks.
• Labour Compliance: Ensure adherence to labour laws and regulations, including the Shops and Establishments Act.
• Sexual Harassment Law: Provide advice on matters related to the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act.

Key Skills:

• Review employee matters, analyse and asses possible and suggest mitigations measures.
• Court experience and proficiency in drafting legal documents and court submissions
• Strong legal research and analytical skills with in-depth knowledge of Indian labour laws and regulations
• Clear communication and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.