Legal & Employee Relations Manager

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure company policies and procedures comply with local labor laws and regulations.
• Handle legal matters related to employment, including contracts, terminations, disputes, and compliance with labor laws.
• Advise management on employment-related legal risks and mitigation strategies.
• Manage employee relations by addressing grievances, conflicts, and disciplinary actions in accordance with legal and company guidelines.
• Draft, review, and update employment contracts, company policies, and legal documents related to HR.
• Act as the point of contact for government entities regarding labor inspections, disputes, and compliance audits.
• Oversee investigations of workplace issues such as misconduct, harassment, or policy violations.
• Collaborate with HR on employee engagement, retention strategies, and workplace culture improvements.
• Support HR in handling performance management, workforce planning, and compliance with company policies.
• Keep up to date with changes in labor laws and provide training to HR and management on legal compliance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Law or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).
• Proven experience in labor law, employee relations, and HR legal compliance (minimum 5+ years preferred).
• Strong knowledge of Kuwait labor laws and government regulations.
• Experience handling employment contracts, legal disputes, and workplace investigations.