General Manager - Legal - Construction Industry - LLB/LLM

Education: LLB / LLM (from an institute recognized by the Bar Council of India

Eligibility :-

(a) Registered as an advocate with the Bar Council of India

(b) Should not be more than 50 years of age

(c) Excellent Communication Skills

Total Experience: 10 years + (At least 5 years or more as Head of Legal

Team and must have at least 05 years experience in working in the construction industry)

Salary: Competitive as per industry norms

Industry: Construction Industry

Function / Role: Legal, Compliances, Liaison and Administration

Job Description:-

- You will be in charge of developing a comprehensive compliance management strategy and overseeing its implementation by our compliance Managers.

- You will advise the management & various depts of the company on all legal, compliance, Industrial Relations, and Administrative issues.

- You will organize the filing of half-yearly/yearly returns under the Minimum Wage Act, BOCW Act, Bonus Act, Annual Returns, and Contract Labour Act.

- You will be required to interpret legal policies, guidelines, and directives as issued by appropriate authorities and disseminate information to all relevant depts. Of the company.

- You will coordinate and represent the company/management before administrative, Govt, legal, and other regulatory authorities and also the clients as and when required including hearing of court cases and follow-up action.

- You will register with BOCW and coordinate for obtaining a labor license.

- You will formulate internal compliance procedures and guidelines and make sure they satisfy all the demands of local, state, and central govt laws.

- You will review reports, assess compliance risks, legal irregularities, and various regulatory gaps, and provide guidance to Compliance Managers for viable solutions to different compliance issues.

- You will be expected to organize and supervise Compliance Training and promote awareness of proper measures and practices required to ensure high levels of compliance across all departments.

- You will also be responsible for organizing meetings and seminars, as well as holding presentations on new compliance policies.

- You are expected to stay up-to-date on any changes to relevant laws and regulations that affect our industry.

- You will prepare legal / compliance / administrative reports as required and forward them to appropriate authorities as required in time time-bound manner.

- You will coordinate and execute lease agreements with opposite parties for guest houses and worker's accommodation spaces.

- In addition to the above, the following responsibilities also lie with you:-

- Vehicle Road Tax, fitness certification, transfers of RC and NOC.

- Report vehicle accidents, file claims, and liaison with Police authorities.

- Employee compensation claims

Desired Profile:-

- A university degree in Law and Business Administration with a focus on compliance and risk management is preferred.

- Good knowledge of operations in the construction industry and related issues.

- Good exposure to the Minimum Wage Act, BOCW Act, Bonus Act, Annual Returns, Contract Labour Act, and Labour Laws.

- Good knowledge of EPF, ESIC, Gratuity, GTI & GHI related issues.

- Qualified in Industrial Relations as applicable to the construction industry.

- Proven experience as Head of Legal & Administration for 10 years or more.

- Superior knowledge of industry regulations and corporate procedures for maintaining compliance.

- Proficiency in using MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)

- Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.

- Strong leadership and organizational skills.

- Full understanding of the way an organization operates to meet its objectives.

- Excellent knowledge of employment legislation and regulations.

- Excellent coordination and liaison skills.

- Proactive approach towards legal issues.

- Excellent trainers for the legal team.