Course code: JSB-ELI - call 0845 071 2801
Overview
Course duration: 1 day.
This course is delivered in partnership with JSB.
If your organisation is, or is likely to be, involved with the employment of staff in India then this is the course for you. HR and line managers responsible for employing staff in India need an appreciation of key Indian employment laws. They also need reliable information on employment conditions, policies and procedures and cultural differences.
This seminar, the only one of its kind in the UK, combines employment law in India with a case study approach and practical management advice. Learn about employment law in India, including anticipated problem areas of doing business in India.
Global expansion into India is booming. While this is good news for international businesses expanding into these markets, many HR professionals are grappling to navigate the legal minefield and come up with the right approaches to manage people. Join us and leading lawyers from Clasis Law at our next event to meet eminent practitioners in India and hear best practice solutions.
Is it right for me?
Designed for HR directors, HR managers, Employment law advisers, Employee relations professionals, Anyone who has, or expects to have, responsibility for overseas staff in India.
What will I learn?
By the end of this seminar you will be able to:
- Comprehensive overview of employment law in India
- Gain a clear insight into current key Indian employment legislation and working conditions
- Learn how to handle HR issues in India successfully
- Legal and HR expertise combined with excellent networking opportunities
What will it cover?
Overview of the employment law framework in India
- Introduction to Indian employment law
- Understanding key legislation
- Applicability of Indian labour laws
Drafting employment contracts
- Understanding key issues
- Enforceability of standard clauses, Non-compete, Non-solicitation
- Severability
- Service bonds and guarantees
- Indemnity and damages
Dealing with grievances, discipline, discrimination and dismissals
- Grievance and disciplinary procedures
- Discrimination and sexual harassment in the workplace
- Termination of employment and grounds for dismissal
- Redundancy, lay-offs and closures
- Introduction to the Indian court system
Tax liabilities when employing foreigners in India
- Introduction to residency rules and tax implications
- Understanding personal and corporate tax liabilities
- Social security and pension schemes
Immigration rules when sending foreigners to India
- Overview of Indian immigration rules and regulations
- Movement of employees in and out of India
- Issues organisations need to be aware of
Final questions and close of seminar
- Case studies
- Relevant Court judgements