Legal &Compliance Advisory Services
In a complex and ever-changing regulatory environment, organizations must ensure they comply with employment laws, labour standards, and industry regulations. Univision HRM offers a range of Legal & Compliance Advisory Services to help businesses comply with all the labour law regulations and other statutory compliance and can mitigate risks, and maintain compliance with applicable laws. Here’s a detailed overview:
Comprehensive Legal & Compliance Advisory
- Provide expert guidance on employment law(both state and central) as some of the Corporate companies are working in PAN India.
- Offer legal advisory services to help organizations develop Certified Standing orders of the organization and advice on all the disciplinary procedures pertaining to employment and termination of employment.
- Conduct audits of existing HR practices to identify gaps or non-compliance issues and recommend corrective actions.
- Stay updated on local, state, and central employment regulations to ensure businesses remain compliant with evolving laws.
- Assist with contract management, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating employment contracts, vendor agreements, and third-party partnerships.
- Offer guidance on employee termination, workplace disputes, and grievance redressal to minimize the risk of legal disputes.
Labour Law Compliance
- Provide assistance in understanding and complying with various labour laws, including minimum wage regulations, working hours, overtime, employee benefits, and safety standards.
- Ensure adherence to labour laws regarding employee rights, social security, ESI, provident funds, gratuity, maternity benefits, and leave entitlements.
- Conduct regular audits to ensure payroll practices, compensation, and benefits are compliant with labour laws and avoid penalties.
- Offer advisory services on employment agreements, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), and non-compete clauses.
- Manage statutory compliance, including timely filing of returns and documentation related to Employee State Insurance (ESI), Provident Fund (PF), and other statutory obligations.
- Provide support during labor inspections and investigations, acting as a mediator between the organization and labor authorities.
- Keep businesses informed about changes in labor laws and assist in implementing necessary adjustments to HR practices and policies.
POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) Advisory
- Assist in establishing a safe and inclusive workplace environment by implementing the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) framework.
- Help organizations develop and implement a comprehensive POSH policy in accordance with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act, 2013.
- Provide training and workshops for employees, managers, and leadership on recognizing, preventing, and addressing workplace harassment.
- Facilitate the formation and training of an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) as mandated by the law, ensuring fair and impartial handling of harassment complaints.
- Offer advisory services on conducting investigations and handling complaints in a sensitive, confidential, and legally compliant manner.
- Assist in preparing annual compliance reports on POSH for submission to relevant authorities, including documenting the number of cases filed, resolved, and pending.
- Provide guidance on handling disciplinary actions related to sexual harassment incidents and ensuring a transparent resolution process.
- Conduct regular audits of workplace policies and environments to ensure continuous compliance with POSH guidelines and promote a harassment-free workplace.
- Risk Mitigation Reduce the risk of legal disputes, fines, and penalties by staying compliant with labor laws and regulatory standards.
- Expert Guidance: Access to a team of HR and legal experts who stay updated on the latest regulations and best practices.
- Employee Trust: Foster a culture of fairness, inclusivity, and transparency, boosting employee morale and trust in the organization.
- Peace of Mind: Focus on core business activities while leaving complex compliance matters in the hands of experienced professionals.
- Proactive Management: Anticipate legal and compliance challenges through continuous monitoring, audits, and policy updates.