To support TriNet’s corporate operations strategy in India, the Executive Director and Employment Counsel, India is the most senior position in TriNet’s Legal, Compliance & Business Affairs (“LCBA”) Department in India and the department’s representative on the India leadership team. The position directs the delivery of employment law services in India, and also coordinates other legal and compliance activities in India by leveraging the expertise of subject matter experts throughout the LCBA Department as well as outside advisors when appropriate. As an India leadership team member, this position helps drive implementation of business strategy and champions TriNet’s corporate culture and values. The position also provides leadership support to other LCBA Department colleagues throughout India. The position reports directly to the Vice President and Associate General Counsel – Employment, Benefits & Compensation, a direct report of the Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, Business Affairs and Corporate Secretary.
Locations
Based in Hyderabad, India (on-site), with occasional travel.
What you will do
Oversee all aspects of the legal and compliance function throughout India to ensure that the
organization's legal posture is developed and maintained and that TriNet’s India operations receive
appropriate legal and compliance support
Advise and prepares all work product on employment law and compliance matters in India, and
coordinates work on other legal and compliance matters pertaining to the organization in India, such as
intellectual property, commercial contracts, business conduct and ethics, and litigation, by working with
subject matter experts within the LCBA Department and managing outside counsel
Develop functional plans for managing legal matters and minimizing business risk, including activities
to be performed in-house or through third-party relationships, to support the company’s legal and
compliance activities
Advise executive members on new laws, existing laws and legal rights that would impact functionality
of the business
Serve as director or officer of certain TriNet subsidiaries in India, and perform relevant duties
Education Qualifications
Bachelor of Laws degree
Experience Qualifications
Typically 15+ years experience (combined law firm and in-house) practicing employment law in India
Active license and in good standing to practice law in India
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Skills and Abilities
Deep expertise and experience in Indian employment law (counseling and claims matters); some
experience with commercial contract negotiation and drafting; understanding of principles of privacy
and data security laws.
Demonstrated leadership skills, including ability to effectively work with senior management, matrix
organizations and change and influence management
Experience in managing/supervising individuals and teams, offices, or other enterprises
Experience supporting India operations of U.S.-based companies
Demonstrated ability to identify appropriate outside counsel and manage them effectively
Excellent analytical, interpersonal, presentation and communication skills, with the ability to
understand, condense and effectively communicate complex concepts
Strong organizational skills, with high level of attention to detail and accuracy
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Work Environment
Physical presence in the office will be required on a regular basis.
Please Note: TriNet reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above
job description is not all encompassing. Position functions and qualifications may vary depending on business
necessity.
TriNet is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, religion, color, disability, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Any applicant with a mental or physical disability who requires an accommodation during the application process should contact recruiting@trinet.com to request such an accommodation.
