Job Opening: Employment Law Counsel at BP India [5–7 Years Experience | Hybrid | Apply Now]

About the Role

BP India is looking for an experienced Employment Law Counsel to serve as a strategic advisor to its People & Culture (P&C) team, business leaders, and HR partners. The role spans a wide array of employment law issues, including compliance, dispute resolution, policy development, internal investigations, reorganizations, and support for corporate transactions such as mergers and acquisitions.

This is a hybrid role combining remote and office-based work.

Key Responsibilities

🔹 Legal Advice & Compliance

• Provide daily legal counsel on Indian employment and labour law matters

• Advise on disciplinary actions, performance management, compliance, and leave policies

• Ensure alignment with statutory obligations and internal standards

🔹 Employment Contracts

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts including offer letters, non-compete agreements, confidentiality agreements, and separation terms

🔹 Reorganizations & Restructuring

• Support strategic workforce changes, including redundancies and consultations

• Guide communication and risk mitigation during organizational change

🔹 M&A and Business Transfers

• Offer employment law guidance on mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and outsourcing

• Manage employee transitions and related statutory compliance

🔹 International Assignments

• Advise on international mobility, including assignment agreements and employment conditions

🔹 Dispute Resolution & Regulatory Engagement

• Manage employment litigation, engage external counsel, and respond to government audits and investigations

🔹 Internal Investigations

• Support and advise on internal investigations involving misconduct, harassment, or compliance breaches

🔹 Training & Enablement

• Conduct legal training for internal stakeholders, including anti-sexual harassment, ethics, and disciplinary protocols

• Support BP’s global legal training initiatives

🔹 Policy & Precedent Development

• Draft and update employment law templates, agreements, and policy frameworks

• Collaborate with the P&C team to ensure policies align with evolving legal standards

Eligibility Criteria

• Experience: 5–7 years in employment law, ideally within a corporate legal department or a specialized law firm

• Qualification: Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or equivalent; enrollment with the Indian Bar is required

Skills & Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of Indian labour and employment laws

• Demonstrated expertise in employment contracts, policy drafting, and internal investigations

• Ability to manage multiple complex matters with sound legal judgment

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills

• Proficiency in influencing senior leadership and cross-functional teams

Location

Hybrid work model – blend of office and remote work (India-based)

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply online via the official BP careers portal (link is provided below).