Legal Counsel (Labor & Employment)

Detailed Guide: Legal Counsel (Labor & Employment) at Vahura

Vahura, India's premier legal search and consulting firm, is currently facilitating recruitment for an exciting in-house opportunity for a Legal Counsel specializing in Labor and Employment law. This full-time position is based in the corporate hub of Bengaluru, Karnataka, and is ideal for mid-level legal professionals seeking to advance their careers in a dynamic corporate environment.

Role and Key Responsibilities

The selected candidate will play a pivotal role in advising Human Resources (HR) and key business stakeholders on a wide array of employment law matters. The responsibilities span the entirety of the employee lifecycle, including:

• Advising on legal frameworks surrounding hiring and onboarding protocols.
• Managing complex employee relations and conflict resolution.
• Overseeing disciplinary proceedings, grievance redressal, and internal investigations.
• Guiding the organization through terminations, separations, and workforce restructuring.
• Ensuring absolute compliance with central and state-specific labor laws and regulations.
• Handling legal aspects of workforce mobility, transfers, and secondments.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for this prestigious in-house role, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Professional Experience: 4 to 6 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) dedicated to Labor & Employment law.
• Background: Candidates from both leading law firms (with a robust employment law practice) and established in-house corporate legal teams are highly encouraged to apply.
• Notice Period: Candidates with shorter notice periods or those who are immediately available will be given preference.

Why Apply?

This role offers an exceptional platform to transition into or grow within a highly sophisticated in-house legal department. Working closely with business leaders, the successful candidate will gain invaluable experience in strategic decision-making and operational compliance in the technology, information, and media sectors.

Application Process

Interested and qualified candidates should apply directly by reaching out to the recruitment representative. Please share your updated curriculum vitae (CV) along with a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience in labor and employment law.

• Contact Email: aryaman@vahura.com
• Application Deadline: Not specified (Candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible as hiring is active).