Kisco Castings - Legal Consultant - LLB​/LLM

Position Overview

The Legal Officer will be responsible for ensuring company compliance with all statutory, labour, environmental, and industrial laws applicable to the steel manufacturing sector. The role involves drafting and reviewing contracts, handling labour matters, coordinating with external advocates, managing legal documentation, and mitigating legal risks for the organization.

Key Responsibilities
Statutory & Regulatory Compliance

Ensure compliance with all applicable central and state laws, including:

Factories Act
Labour Laws (EPF, ESIC, Bonus, Gratuity, Minimum Wages, CLRA, )
Environmental regulations (Pollution Control Board, Air & Water Act)
Metallurgical industry-specific norms
Maintain updated licenses, approvals, and renewals (Factory License, Boiler License, Fire NOC, Pollution NOC, etc.).
Conduct periodic internal audits to track compliance gaps.
Legal Documentation & Drafting

Draft, Vet, And Review

Employment contracts
Vendor and service agreements
Purchase orders and supply contracts
Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)
MoUs and commercial contracts

Create and maintain legal templates and document control systems.

Labour & Industrial Relations Support
Handle labour disputes, employee grievances, and disciplinary actions as per Industrial Employment Standing Orders.
Coordinate with labour department officials for inspections and compliances.
Support HR in preparing notices, warnings, domestic enquiry documents, and case files.
Assist in negotiations and settlements with unions (if applicable).
Litigation Management
Coordinate with external advocates for labour court cases, civil matters, consumer cases, and any criminal cases affecting the company.
Prepare case briefs, documentation, affidavits, and follow-up reports.
Attend court hearings when required.
Company Records & Legal registers
Case status trackers
Compliance checklist
Notice period and HR policy documentation (if supporting HR)
Ensure proper records of contracts, legal opinions, and compliance reports.
Risk Mitigation
Identify potential legal risks and provide preventive solutions.
Advise management on legal implications of business decisions.
Ensure all operations comply with safety and environmental laws to prevent penalties.
Desired Qualifications
LLB (Mandatory); LLM preferred but not required.
10-20 years of legal experience, preferably in manufacturing/steel/industrial setup.
Strong understanding of labour laws, industrial disputes, and regulatory compliances.
Skills & Competencies
Good knowledge of Factory Act and labour compliance
Contract drafting expertise
Communication & negotiation skills
Detail-oriented and disciplined
Ability to handle labour disputes professionally
Strong coordination with HR, Admin, and external authorities
Salary Range (Indicative)
Based on industry norms for a 700-employee manufacturing plant:

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