Kenvue is currently recruiting for:

Employee & Labor Relations Leader - India (Fixed Term Employment - 1year)

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, were the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who we are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day.

We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours.

Role reports to: ERLR Head APAC

Location: Powai, Mumbai HO

What You Will Do

This role handles one of the largest Global markets headcount wise along with Global Capability Center. There are 2 manufacturing sites in the scope, with 2 external unions. This role supports business strategy implementation and interfaces directly with various cross country senior stakeholders for GCC as well as Global R&D; Hub. India is consistently on top/second in complex grievance and sensitive investigation matters.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

15%

Provides advice and counsels various human resources and business leaders on complex employee & labor relations matters

India also has one of the highest contract resource deployments with multiple legislations governing co-employment scenarios.

ERLR is also expected to lead & advice on complex Supply Chain 3P vendor engagements including overseeing execution.

20%

Proactive performance management thru close partnership with BU/BUHRs in timely identification, planning & execution of performance actions.

20%





Lead Grievance & workplace investigations: triaging matters, managing complex comms, handling complex data gathering and deciding on Disciplinary Action. India is sensitive market with highest contribution of cases & most escalations.

10%

Conduct environmental scans and participate in significant workplace events (such as the planning and execution of RIF’s/re-org.

10%

Drives market disciplinary action committee decisions & comprising of key stakeholders in finance, audit, buhr, compliance & legal.

10%

Develop Line Leader Capability to deal with ERLR scenarios. Provide business focused Employment Law/ERLR Point of view while making complex decisions.

10%

Leverages standard operating procedures, case management, and work instructions and introducing key improvement plans for execution and cultural insights.

5%

Develops, explains and interprets complex company and governmental rules, regulations, laws and procedures and the need for compliance to managers and employees. Ensures workplace policies are current and in compliance with applicable local laws and notify management of regulatory changes. Owns end to end compliance activity.

100%

Total

Other Duties

- Ensure consistent application of Kenvue ERLR framework for GCC
- Ensure RIF/separations with minimum disruption to the company from employment law/litigation aspect
- Seek external insights to build futuristic ERLR capabilities.

What We Are Looking For

Required Qualifications

- 6-10 years in FMCG, MNC Pharma, BFSI, Consulting or any industry where ER is a solid and standalone function
- MBA from Tier 1 or Tier 2 colleges.

Role: Employee Relations Management, Industry Type: FMCG, Department: Human Resources, Employment Type: Full Time, Temporary/Contractual Role Category: Employee Relations Education PG: Any Postgraduate read more

Key Skills Skills highlighted with ‘‘ are preferred keyskills Case Management InvestigationGrievance ManagementDisciplinary ActionPOSHEmployee GrievancesGrievance HandlingGrievance RedressalEmployee RelationsComplaint Handling

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