Mahindra & Mahindra - Senior Manager - Compliance

The purpose of the role is to support the organizational efforts for adherence to laws, regulations, and internal policies, mitigate risks, and promote a culture of integrity and ethical behavior.

Responsibilities:

Labour Laws:

- "Regulatory Compliance: Support the HR / ER / business functions to comply with all relevant labor laws and regulations. Monitor changes in labor laws and regulations and update company policies accordingly.

- Policy Development and Implementation: Develop, implement, and enforce labor policies and procedures. Regularly review and update existing policies to ensure they remain compliant with current laws.

- Ensure the organization remains in full compliance with all relevant labor laws and regulations.

- Demonstrate due diligence in maintaining compliance and managing related risks."

Training & Audit:

"Employee Training and Education:

- Conduct training sessions for employees and management on labor law compliance, workplace rights, and obligations. Create educational materials to promote understanding of labor laws within the organization.

- Audit and Monitoring: Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies. Monitor workplace practices to detect non-compliance issues."

- Investigation and Analysing Investigation Report including Domestic Enquiry, Ethics cases and related documentation and Risk Management

"Investigate complaints or reports of non-compliance with labor laws and ethics.

"Report on compliance status, issues, and risks to senior management and the board of directors. Provide recommendations for improving compliance and reducing legal risks.

Continuous Improvement: Stay informed about industry best practices in labor law compliance. Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the organization's compliance program."

Litigation & Responsibilities:

Case Management:

- Coordinate and manage labor law-related litigation cases, including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage disputes, and other employment issues. Maintain detailed records and documentation of all litigation activities and proceedings.

- Legal Research: Conduct thorough legal research to support the organization's position in labor law disputes.

- Stay updated on relevant case law, statutes, and regulations to effectively address litigation matters.

- Collaboration with Legal Counsel: Work closely with internal and external legal counsel to prepare for and manage litigation.

- Provide necessary documentation, evidence, and background information to support the legal team.

- Evidence Gathering: Collect and preserve relevant documents, emails, and other forms of evidence pertinent to litigation cases. Interview witnesses and gather statements to support the organization's case.

- Court Appearances: Represent the organization in court proceedings, depositions, and hearings as needed.

- Assist legal counsel in preparing for and conducting trials or settlement negotiations.

- Settlement Negotiations: Participate in settlement discussions and negotiations to resolve disputes out of court when possible.

- Work with legal counsel to evaluate settlement offers and recommend actions to senior management.

- Compliance Reporting: Report on the status and progress of litigation cases to senior management and other relevant stakeholders.

- Ensure that all litigation activities are documented and communicated in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.

- Risk Assessment: Assess the potential impact of litigation on the organization, including financial, reputational, and operational risks.

- Develop strategies to mitigate these risks and advise management on possible outcomes.

- Post-Litigation Analysis: Conduct post-litigation reviews to analyze the outcomes of cases and identify areas for improvement.

- Implement lessons learned from litigation to enhance compliance programs and reduce future legal risks.

- Training and Awareness: Provide training to employees and management on lessons learned from litigation cases.

- Raise awareness of labor law issues and best practices to prevent future disputes.

- By effectively managing these litigation responsibilities, a Compliance Officer helps to protect the organization from legal liabilities, ensure fair and just resolution of disputes, and promote a culture of compliance and legal awareness."

Education Qualifications LLB, LLM