Industrial Relations

Job Description

About the Role: We are looking for an experienced Industrial Relations (IR) professional. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with labor laws, handle union negotiations, resolve disputes, and drive proactive employee engagement strategies. Key Responsibilities: Union & Employee Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with trade unions, workmen, and employee groups. Facilitate negotiations and settlements. Compliance & Labor Law Adherence: Ensure adherence to all applicable labor laws (e.g., Industrial Disputes Act, Factories Act, Trade Union Act, etc.). Keep updated with legislative changes and implement necessary workplace policies. Disciplinary & Grievance Handling: Address employee grievances, conduct inquiries, and recommend disciplinary actions as per labor laws. Collective Bargaining & Negotiation: Lead wage settlements, long-term agreements, and conflict resolution strategies with unions. Contract Labor & Vendor Management: Oversee contract labor compliance, liaise with vendors, and ensure adherence to labor contract regulations. Employee Engagement & Welfare: Develop initiatives to improve workforce morale, engagement, and workplace harmony. Regulatory Liaison & Audits: Represent the company in labor courts, liaise with government authorities, and manage statutory audits. Workforce Strategy & Risk Management: Assess labor-related risks and implement proactive strategies to prevent disruptions. Key Requirements Education: MBA in HR / MSW / Postgraduate in Labor Laws / Industrial Relations Experience: 6+ years in Industrial Relations / Labor Relations roles in a unionized or labor-intensive setup Knowledge: Strong understanding of labor laws, compliance frameworks, and dispute resolution mechanisms in India Skills: Negotiation, conflict resolution, stakeholder management, legal acumen, and crisis management Preferred Background: Experience in manufacturing, FMCG, logistics, or any unionized work environment About Company Founded in 2011, Purplle has emerged as one of India’s premier omnichannel beauty destinations, redefining the way millions shop for beauty. With 1,000+ brands, 60,000+ products, and over 7 million monthly active users, Purplle has built a powerhouse platform that seamlessly blends online and offline experiences. Expanding its footprint in 2022, Purplle introduced 6,000+ offline touchpoints and launched 8 exclusive stores, strengthening its presence beyond digital. Beyond hosting third-party brands, Purplle has successfully scaled its own D2C powerhouses—FACES CANADA, Good Vibes, Carmesi, Purplle, and NY Bae—offering trend-driven, high-quality beauty essentials. What sets Purplle apart is its technology driven hyper-personalized shopping experience. By curating detailed user personas, enabling virtual makeup trials, and delivering tailored product recommendations based on personality, search intent, and purchase behavior, Purplle ensures a unique, customer-first approach. In 2022, Purplle achieved unicorn status, becoming India’s 102nd unicorn, backed by an esteemed group of investors including ADIA, Kedaara, Premji Invest, Sequoia Capital India, JSW Ventures, Goldman Sachs, Verlinvest, Blume Ventures, and Paramark Ventures. With a 3,000+ strong team and an unstoppable vision, Purplle is set to lead the charge in India’s booming beauty landscape, revolutionizing the way the nation experiences beauty. Show more Show less