Sr. Executive/Assistant Manager / Manager – HR Operations & Statutory Compliance

JOB DESCRIPTION Assistant Manager / Manager – HR Operations & Statutory Compliance Department: Human Resources / Compliance Job Purpose To manage end-to-end HR operations, payroll administration and statutory labour law compliance, ensuring adherence to applicable labour legislations, timely statutory filings, accurate employee records and smooth HR operations across multiple locations. Key Roles & Responsibilities Statutory Compliance & Labour Laws Manage end-to-end statutory compliance relating to PF, ESIC, Professional Tax (PT), Labour Welfare Fund (LWF) and other applicable labour legislations. Ensure timely preparation and filing of monthly, quarterly, half-yearly and annual statutory returns. Handle employee registrations, statutory documentation, licence renewals and regulatory requirements. Coordinate with government authorities for statutory matters, registrations and renewals. Manage labour law audits, vendor audits and compliance documentation. Payroll & HR Operations Manage end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accurate and timely salary disbursement. Handle attendance, leave management, leave encashment and payroll inputs. Manage employee lifecycle activities including onboarding, confirmation, transfers, promotions, separation and Full & Final settlements. Address employee queries relating to payroll, PF, ESIC and other employee benefits. Compliance Audits & Documentation Conduct and coordinate internal, external, vendor and entity compliance audits. Maintain statutory registers, records, compliance trackers and documentation. Ensure compliance across multiple branches, client locations and deployment sites. Monitor statutory deadlines and ensure timely closure of compliance-related requirements. MIS & Client Management Prepare monthly MIS, compliance reports and management dashboards. Develop and maintain compliance calendars and trackers. Coordinate with finance and billing teams for vendor invoicing and payment follow-ups. Handle client relationships and resolve compliance-related queries. Provide regular updates to management regarding compliance status and potential risks. Required Skills & Competencies Strong knowledge of statutory compliance and applicable labour laws. Hands-on experience in PF, ESIC, PT, LWF and payroll processing. Expertise in statutory returns, registrations, licence renewals and compliance audits. Good understanding of HR operations and employee lifecycle management. Strong MIS, reporting and documentation skills. Client relationship management and coordination skills. Ability to manage multiple assignments and compliance requirements across locations. Educational Qualification Graduate in Commerce (B.Com) or equivalent qualification. Additional certification in HR, Payroll or Labour Law Compliance would be an advantage. Experience 8–12 years of relevant experience in HR Operations, Payroll and Labour Law Compliance. Experience in HR consultancy, compliance management firms or multi-location organizations would be preferred. Preferred Industry Exposure HR Consulting, Staffing & Recruitment, Hospitality, Manufacturing, Corporate Services and other multi-location organizations.