Sr. HR Compliance Executive Full Time NEW

We’re seeking versatile experts who share our passion for innovation and excellence. Bring your outstanding perspective, collaborative spirit, and challenge our thinking as we continue to lead the way in the lubricants’ market & build businesses beyond lubricants. This is your chance to learn, grow, and thrive in a dynamic and inclusive organization.

Apply now!

Castrol is a global leader in lubricants and part of the bp Group, one of the world’s largest energy companies. In India, Castrol is a publicly listed company, leading in the Automotive, Industrial, and Marine lubricant sectors. With iconic brands, steadfast innovation, strong customer relationships, and a team of highly motivated employees, we have maintained our market leadership in India for over a century. Our robust manufacturing and distribution network in India helps us reach consumers through more than 135,000 outlets.

At Castrol, success knows no bounds. We offer a fast-paced learning environment where you can develop your career, whether in specialized functions or on a general management track. Castrol India has a proud legacy of championing top talent for leadership roles, both locally and globally.

This is a role within the Castrol organisation, and the successful candidate will become part of the Castrol ring-fence. If you are part of the ring-fence, it is expected that your employment will move with Castrol to new ownership.

Role Synopsis

The Sr. P&C Compliance Executive will ensure end‑to‑end labour law compliance by managing statutory registers, filings, inspector coordination, vendor audits, and regulatory documentation under Central and Maharashtra State labour legislations. The role partners with P&C, Legal, and Workplace teams to enable a fair, safe, and compliant employee experience, while harmonizing practices across entities and locations. This position plays a pivotal role in driving compliance excellence and managing regulatory risks. The role requires flexibility to work across single or multiple concurrent projects/initiatives that may vary in terms of complexity, business impact, geographical spread, and duration

Role Reporting Relationships: No direct or indirect reports

Role Accountabilities

• Statutory Compliance Management
• Ensure timely filing of returns and maintenance of statutory registers under various labour laws (e.g., PF, ESIC, Gratuity, Shops & Establishments Act, Factories Act).
• Monitor changes in labour legislation and update internal policies accordingly
• Maintain and update statutory registers and records as per legal requirements.
• Ensure timely filing of statutory returns and remittances.
• Audit and Inspection Handling
• Coordinate and manage labour audits conducted by government authorities.
• Prepare documentation and responses for labour inspections and ensure closure of audit observations.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants to ensure audit readiness.
• Address and resolve audit observations and non-compliance issues.
• Vendor and Contractor Compliance
• Ensure third-party vendors and contractors comply with labour laws.
• Review and monitor compliance of third-party vendors and contractors.
• Conduct periodic audits of vendor documentation and agreements.
• Ensure inclusion of labour law clauses in contracts and service agreements.
• Risk Identification and Mitigation
• Identify potential compliance risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Maintain a compliance risk register and escalate issues to senior management as needed.
• Policy Implementation and Training
• Assist in drafting and implementing labour compliance policies.
• Conduct training sessions for HR and line managers on labour law updates and compliance protocols.
• Reporting and Documentation
• Generate compliance reports for internal stakeholders and senior management.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all compliance-related activities.
• Oversee of the relevant Legatrix system and data for CIL
• Maintain compliance dashboards and generate periodic reports for leadership.
• Liaison & Legal Support
• Liaise with labour departments and other regulatory bodies.
• Support legal team in handling labour-related litigation and notices.
• Liaison with Government Authorities
• Act as a point of contact for labour departments and other regulatory bodies.
• Represent the organization in legal proceedings or hearings related to labour issues.

Education Requirements

Graduate with post graduate qualification in HR / personnel (optional) – Preferable to have a Law degree

Skills

• Business Awareness- ability to understand business imperatives and respond to business needs
• Ability to engage with, pursue and influence business / team leaders
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills- ability to think through complex situations and come up with solutions
• Ability to work in teams with a diverse set of team members- effective team working skills.
• Ability to manage team with bias for coaching and mentoring.
• Good documentation and organizational skills.
• Basic knowledge of compliance tools or HRMS systems.
• Effective communication and coordination abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under supervision

Experience And Job Requirements

• 5 -7 years of post-qualifications experience.
• Basic knowledge of Employment legislations & experience in handling Employment related litigations.
• Experience of working in a GCC environment will be beneficial
• Demonstrated experience of operating in complex, geographically dispersed, and culturally diverse environments.

Culture

bp believes in creating a culture that allows you to live our purpose, play to win while caring for others – and there is a huge focus on diversity equity and inclusion. We are a very open and respectful organization, where there is a lot of respect given to listening to all perspectives and hence people are encouraged to speak up, contribute at all levels irrespective of level or department.

The marketing team is a bunch of energetic and passionate individuals from varied backgrounds, and we thrive on being able to learn from each other as well as a lot of external orientation from the best in the industry. we deeply value partnerships especially with our sales colleagues and strongly believe in the power of igniting one team to be able to break barriers, challenge status quo and create new achievements.

Why join our team?

We support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and exciting environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to crafting an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.