Legal Counsel – Employment Law Opportunity at UBS (Full-Time, India)

July 4, 2025by canonsphere

About the Role

UBS is hiring a Legal Counsel specializing in Employment Law to support its India operations. If you have experience handling employment-related legal matters and enjoy offering strategic legal solutions while working closely with cross-functional teams, this opportunity is tailored for you.

Job Type

Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

Provide employment law advice for UBS’s operations across India

Collaborate with Human Resources, Employee Relations, Group Investigations, and various business units to deliver clear and practical legal guidance

Manage employment litigation and proactively address legal risks and employee-related issues

Team Structure

You will be part of the APAC Employment Legal team, functioning as legal counsel for India and based in Mumbai or Pune. The team covers all business divisions within India and operates in a collaborative and diverse regional structure, reporting to the South Asia team lead.

Required Qualifications & Expertise

Qualified Indian lawyer with a minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience
Demonstrated experience in employment law, ideally within financial services or similar sectors
In-depth knowledge of Indian labour and employment laws, including HR procedures, investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations
Proven ability to deliver commercial, practical, and legally sound advice aligned with business goals
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with comfort in advising stakeholders at all levels, including leadership
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple legal matters under deadlines
A keen interest in staying up to date with regulatory changes affecting Indian labor laws
Fluency in English (written and spoken); proficiency in local languages is a plus but not mandatory

About UBS

UBS is the world’s largest global wealth manager, operating across four core business divisions:

Global Wealth Management
Personal & Corporate Banking
Asset Management
Investment Bank

UBS operates in over 50 countries, offering industry-leading financial services through global expertise and local insights.

Why Join UBS?

Work in a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth
Access flexible work arrangements and ongoing learning opportunities
Thrive in a culture that encourages innovation, diverse thinking, and people-first values

Inclusion Commitment

UBS is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants with disabilities. If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to reach out.