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