Head - Industrial Relations (PSS07808)

About the Company

A leading power distribution organization, the company is committed to fostering a productive, compliant, and harmonious workplace. It emphasizes strong industrial relations, legal compliance, and workforce effectiveness to align business goals with people strategy.

Position Overview

The Head IR & Compliance leads the Industrial Relations and Compliance function across Odisha DISCOMs, ensuring a unified HR approach and a positive employee relations climate. Reporting functionally and administratively to the Chief BHR Odisha DISCOMs, the role drives strategic alignment, legal compliance, and workforce harmony across multiple operating units.

Key Responsibilities

Implement uniform IR strategies & practices to ensure “one HR one face” across DISCOMs.
Establish and lead a seamless network of IR teams to address industrial issues effectively.
Coordinate with state government and state authorities on IR and compliance matters.
Support DISCOM teams in HR legal cases and coordinate with legal firms for timely resolution.
Manage high-impact legal cases in High Court and Supreme Court.
Represent the organization before labour authorities to resolve industrial disputes efficiently.
Develop strong IR intelligence and maintain networks with Unions and Labor Authorities.
Oversee vigilance and disciplinary processes, ensuring effective use of BAMS and DWS systems.
Drive capability development for IR and BA Cell teams through targeted interventions.
Monitor compliance of outsourced employees and coordinate on RTI, State Assembly, and Standing Committee matters.
Act as a change agent to foster harmonious industrial relations aligned with organizational philosophy.
Lead the Long Term Settlement and Conciliation Process across Odisha DISCOMs.

Required Experience & Qualifications

Education: Graduate/ B.Tech and MBA / PGDM – HR.
Experience: 18+ years in Industrial Relations and Employee Relations.
Leadership: Proven ability to manage cross-functional IR teams and collaborate with senior leadership and business stakeholders.
Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of Company Policies, Labour Laws, and latest developments in IR across industries.
Soft Skills: Analytical, influential, collaborative, with strong conflict resolution and negotiation capabilities.

Why Consider this Opportunity?

Lead the IR and Compliance agenda across a major state-wide power distribution network.
Shape and implement a unified industrial relations strategy with enterprise-wide impact.
Engage directly with government, legal, and labour authorities on high-visibility matters.
Drive organizational harmony, compliance excellence, and workforce productivity.
Play a pivotal leadership role reporting to the Chief BHR Odisha DISCOMs with strategic influence across all DISCOMs.