Company Overview

Reliance Industries Limited, a Fortune 500 company and the largest private sector corporation in India, operates under the motto "Growth is Life". Our diverse activities span hydrocarbon exploration, petroleum refining, petrochemicals, retail, and telecommunications. Committed to innovation-led, exponential growth, we have achieved global leadership in many areas, including being the largest polyester yarn and fiber producer in the world. Inspired by our founder chairman Dhirubhai Ambani, we strive to touch lives positively by converting adversity into opportunity and challenging conventional wisdom.

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Industrial Relations Manager at a mid-level position for our Silvassa location. This is a full-time role ideal for individuals with expertise in labor laws, conflict resolution, and union relations. The successful candidate will play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the employer-employee relationship through a well-rounded industrial relations strategy.

Qualifications and Skills

• Labor Law Knowledge (Mandatory skill): In-depth understanding of labor laws and regulations applicable to the Oil and Gas industry.
• Conflict Resolution (Mandatory skill): Proficiency in identifying, addressing, and resolving workplace conflicts in a fair and effective manner.
• Union Relations (Mandatory skill): Experience in managing relationships with labor unions and negotiating union contracts.
• Negotiation Skills: Strong ability to negotiate terms and conditions that benefit both the company and the employees.
• Employee Relations: Competence in fostering a positive relationship between the management and employees.
• Legal Compliance: Ability to ensure all policies and practices comply with federal, state, and local labor and employment laws.
• Collective Bargaining: Expertise in collective bargaining processes to negotiate labor agreements.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively liaise with employees, management, and external stakeholders.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement industrial relations strategies that align with the company’s objectives and legal requirements.
• Maintain and improve relationships with labor unions, including negotiating and administering collective bargaining agreements.
• Handle and resolve workplace conflicts and grievances in a timely and effective manner.
• Ensure the company’s compliance with all relevant labor laws and regulations.
• Advise management on best practices related to employee relations and labor laws.
• Conduct training sessions for managers and employees on relevant industrial relations topics.
• Monitor and report on industrial relations climate and trends within the organization.
• Coordinate with legal advisors to address any industrial relations issues or disputes.