Associate Director, Employment Counsel

Guidehouse

. Serve as the primary legal advisor on employment law matters affecting the Company's operations in India .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeChennai • IndiaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Indian employment and labor laws, providing strategic legal guidance to HR and business leaders while managing compliance and risk. Capable of conducting legal research, drafting agreements, and delivering training programs to enhance organizational understanding of employment law.

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Bachelor Of Laws (LL.B.)15+ Years Of Experience In Employment And Labor LawDeep Knowledge Of Indian Employment And Labor LawsStrong Legal Research And Analytical SkillsExperience Advising Senior Business Leaders

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Hard Skills

Drafting Employment-Related AgreementsNegotiating Legal DocumentsConducting Internal InvestigationsManaging Employment LitigationIdentifying Legal RisksProviding Business-Oriented SolutionsUnderstanding India's Labour CodesKnowledge Of Employment-Related Data PrivacySupporting Cross-Border Employment IssuesDeveloping Compliance Programs

Soft Skills

Excellent Written And Verbal Communication SkillsStrong Project Management SkillsAbility To Work Effectively With StakeholdersProblem-Solving SkillsAbility To Explain Complex Legal Concepts

Industry Keywords

Employment LawLabor LawWorkplace InvestigationsEmployee RelationsCorporate ComplianceWorkplace Harassment ObligationsRegulatory Compliance InitiativesMultinational OrganizationsWorkforce TransitionsDigital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP)

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary legal advisor on employment law matters affecting the Company's operations in India
Provide practical, risk-based guidance to Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, business leaders, and other stakeholders
Monitor, analyze, and communicate developments in Indian labor and employment laws, regulations, and court decisions
Draft, review, negotiate, and maintain employment-related agreements and documents
Advise on employee lifecycle matters, including hiring, performance management, disciplinary actions, accommodations, investigations, leaves of absence, employee relations issues, and terminations
Partner with HR and business leaders on workforce initiatives, organizational changes, restructurings, policy implementation, and compliance programs
Conduct legal research and provide actionable recommendations on complex or novel employment law issues
Manage external counsel relationships and coordinate specialized legal advice
Support employment-related disputes, government inquiries, audits, investigations, and litigation
Develop and deliver employment law training and guidance to HR professionals and business leaders
Improve policies, processes, templates, and controls supporting legal compliance and operational efficiency
Collaborate with Legal, Ethics & Compliance, Privacy, and other corporate functions on workplace compliance, investigations, data protection, and regulatory requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) and qualification to practice law in India
15+ years of experience practicing employment and labor law
Deep knowledge of Indian employment and labor laws, including employee relations, disciplinary processes, terminations, wages and benefits, social security requirements, workplace investigations, and workplace harassment obligations
Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating employment-related agreements, policies, and other legal documents
Ability to identify legal risks and provide practical, business-oriented solutions in a fast-paced environment
Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Experience advising senior business leaders, HR professionals, and cross-functional stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-legal audiences
Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities independently
Ability to work effectively with stakeholders across different geographies, functions, and organizational levels
Experience supporting multinational organizations with global or regional employment law matters
Familiarity with India's Labour Codes and evolving employment law reforms
Experience conducting internal investigations and advising on employee misconduct, whistleblower, ethics, or workplace concerns
Exposure to corporate compliance programs, including policy development, training, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance initiatives
Experience managing employment litigation, labor disputes, government inspections, or regulatory inquiries
Knowledge of employment-related data privacy requirements, including India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP)
Experience supporting cross-border employment issues, workforce transitions, contingent worker programs, or employment aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations
In-house legal experience within a professional services, consulting, technology, or multinational corporate environment
Experience developing and delivering training programs for HR and business leadership teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
In-house physician consultations
Nutritious food options at the workplace
Confidential counseling through the Employee Assistance Program
Wellness-focused offerings supporting overall well-being
Learning and development programs
Continuous upskilling and career development opportunities