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Lead Employment Counsel | FMCG | 15+ | Mumbai

Mumbai Permanent Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
This is a Lead Employment Counsel opportunity with a large organization in the FMCG sector.
  • Only candidates based out of Mumbai or willing to relocate apply
  • Only candidates with Employment law experience & 15+ PQE apply

About Our Client

Our client is a leading player in the FMCG sector with global operations

Job Description

  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including full spectrum of employment and labour law matters across diverse workforces, including corporate and manufacturing employees
  • Advise on and help ensure compliance with employment and labour legislations, including relating to recruiting and hiring of employees and contingent workers, employee classification, employee contracts, employee privacy, workplace policies and procedures, payroll, benefits and compensation
  • Support Employee Relations, Human Resources, and business teams in employment-related decision-making, including restructurings, investigations, and workforce management.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate employment contracts, separation/settlement agreements, and workplace policies.
  • Support development and implementation of training for employees across India on critical topics such as harassment prevention.
  • Monitor and analyse changes and emerging trends in employment and labour law, providing clear guidance on their implications for business operations, workforce management practices, and compliance obligations.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Legal Counsel should have:

  • A degree in law from a recognized institution,
  • At-least 15 years of experience with a focus on employment laws
  • Experience working in the FMCG or food industry will be advantageous.
  • Excellent analytical and communication skills for providing sound legal advice.
  • The ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.

What's on Offer

Competitive Salary

Hybrid working

Leadership role

Global Exposure

Quote job ref
JN-102025-6848514

Job summary

Function
Legal
Sub Sector
Legal Support - In House
What is your area of specialisation?
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Mumbai
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-102025-6848514
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.