TPL Governance Lead-Senior Associate

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Management Level

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity

Join our Acceleration Center India and help shape the future of business for our diverse client portfolio across geographies and jurisdictions. You’ll work at the heart of global teams across Advisory, Assurance, Tax and Business Services—solving real client challenges through connected collaboration. We’ll help you grow your skills so you can go further. With hands-on learning, cutting-edge tools and an inclusive culture, this is your opportunity to do inspiring work that makes a difference—every day.

As a TPL Governance Lead-Senior Associate, you will play a pivotal role within our Internal Firm Services practice, focusing on talent and development. You will be instrumental in identifying, deploying, and enhancing employee skills and knowledge, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. Collaborating with subject matter specialists and project teams, you will strategize effective ways to locate, assess, educate, and train employees, aligning with market developments and firm strategy.

As a Senior Associate, you will build meaningful client connections and learn how to manage and inspire others. You will navigate increasingly complex situations, growing your personal brand and deepening your technical skills. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, delivering quality outcomes. Embracing increased ambiguity, you will be comfortable when the path forward is unclear, using these moments as opportunities to grow.

In this role at PwC Acceleration Center India, you will focus on attracting and selecting top talent to join the organization, playing a crucial role in identifying and hiring individuals who align with PwC's values and contribute to its success.

Responsibilities

-Governance Framework Development: Help design and implement a governance framework that supports the consistent monitoring of Third-Party Labor (TPL) processes, in line with firm compliance standards and local regulations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with OGC, OFRO, and E&C teams to support adherence to statutory guidelines related to contractual labor and ensure alignment across functions.

Audits & Reviews: Conduct periodic audits and reviews to help ensure ongoing compliance with labor laws and internal policies, while identifying opportunities for process improvement.

Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with JBRs (Joint Business Relationships) to support the fulfillment of contractual obligations and uphold workforce management standards across the TPL function.

Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation related to contractual workforce compliance, payroll, and grievance management, supporting transparency and audit-readiness.

What You Must Have

Strong knowledge of labour laws and the newly implemented labour codes
Experience in conducting audits and handling legal compliance related to TPL/contractual workforce management
Familiarity with social security regulations (ESI, EPF) and payroll management
Ability to work cross-functionally with HR, Legal, Finance, Operations, and external vendors
Bachelor’s/Masters degree with relevant experience is preferred.

What Sets You Apart

Certification in Labour Law.
Compliance or audit certification.

Travel Requirements

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