Sr. Associate / Counsel - Employment Law

About the Opportunity: Our client, a leading full-service law firm in India, is seeking a highly qualified Senior Associate or Counsel to join their Employment Law practice . The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Indian labour and employment laws, strong client advisory skills, and the ability to lead high-impact mandates across sectors. This is a high-visibility role for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced, advisory-heavy environment, and is ready to take the lead on complex employment law matters including compliance, advisory, investigations, and contentious issues. Key Responsibilities: Advise domestic and multinational clients on a wide range of employment and labour law issues including: Employment contracts, HR policies, compensation structures, and termination matters Industrial disputes, disciplinary proceedings, and employee misconduct POSH compliance and internal investigations Labour law audits and due diligence for M&A transactions Workforce structuring, transfers, and retrenchment strategy Represent clients before labour authorities, tribunals, and other forums as necessary Draft and negotiate employment-related documentation and settlement agreements Stay abreast of developments in Indian employment law and contribute to knowledge management initiatives Collaborate with cross-functional teams including litigation, corporate, and compliance teams Supervise and mentor junior associates in the practice Candidate Profile: LL.B. from a reputed Indian law school 7–12 years of post-qualification experience, preferably with a top-tier law firm or leading in-house legal department Strong command of Indian labour laws, industrial regulations, and case law developments Excellent legal drafting, research, and analytical skills Experience in handling sensitive investigations and employment litigation preferred Business-oriented mindset with excellent client-handling skills Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments independently and under deadlines Team player with a collaborative working style What’s on Offer: Opportunity to work with a top-tier law firm with a reputed Employment Law practice High-value mandates and exposure to top domestic and international clients Competitive compensation and clear career progression path Dynamic work culture that encourages professional growth and innovation

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