Deputy General Manager – Industrial Relations

About Company

The company is one of the world's leading engineering conglomerate.

The company has manufacturing facilities in several states of India & across borders.

Job Description

Job Title: AGM/ Deputy General Manager – Human Resources (Motors Division)

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and seasoned HR Leader at the DGM level to lead the Human Resources function for our Motors Division. You will play a pivotal role in aligning HR practices with business goals, managing complex industrial relations with unions, and fostering a leadership culture across multiple plants. You will be a key partner to the senior leadership team, ensuring robust talent management, organizational development, and employee engagement strategies to support operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic HR Leadership

• Align HR strategy with business goals to support the Motors Division’s growth and transformation agenda.
• Act as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the leadership team on all HR matters.
• Drive organizational development initiatives, including capability building, leadership development, and succession planning.
• Lead change management efforts during business transitions, mergers, or restructuring.

Industrial Relations & Compliance

• Manage long-term wage settlements, union negotiations, and grievance redressal across multiple manufacturing units.
• Ensure 100% compliance with labour laws, statutory requirements, and internal policies.
• Build and maintain harmonious relationships with employees, unions, and government authorities.

Leadership Development & Talent Management:

• Build strong leadership pipelines through succession planning, coaching, and leadership development programs.
• Implement performance management systems and foster a high-performance culture.
• Lead talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain critical technical and managerial talent.

Employee Engagement & Welfare:

• Design and implement employee engagement initiatives to boost morale and productivity.
• Oversee welfare programs, safety initiatives, and employee well-being efforts across plants.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and compliant workplace environment.

HR Operations & Process Excellence

• Streamline HR operations, including payroll, attendance, training, and HRIS management
• Implement process optimization and automation to improve efficiency and reduce headcount where applicable.
• Develop and monitor key HR metrics and dashboards for executive reporting.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: MBA/PGDM in Human Resources or equivalent. Additional certifications in labor laws, industrial relations, or HR strategy preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 12-15 years of progressive HR experience in manufacturing and engineering sectors.
• Proven experience handling industrial relations and unionized workforce in large-scale plants.
• Strong exposure to leadership development, talent management, and organizational change.
• Demonstrated ability to work with senior leadership and manage complex stakeholder relationships.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent understanding of labor laws, industrial relations, and union dynamics.
• Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to translate business goals into HR initiatives.
• Leadership presence and ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Data-driven decision-making and problem-solving orientation.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
  
  Language proficiency: Marathi, English & Hindi

Mandatory Requirement

Primary Job Profile : HR Industrial Relations

Technical Skills : HR strategy, Labor law, Leadership & Team Development, Industrial Relations

Candidate Industry Requirement: Manufacturing & Engineering

Maximum Notice Period: 45 Days

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