Labour & Employment
“Ensuring workforce compliance, drafting employment contracts, navigating Social Security Fund (SSF) requirements, and representing employers and executives in individual and collective labour disputes across Nepal.”
Overview
Navigating labour relations in Nepal requires strict adherence to the Labour Act 2074 (2017), Labour Rules 2075, and the Contribution-Based Social Security Act 2074. Non-compliance can lead to severe regulatory penalties, mandatory back-pay, and operational disruptions. At Singh Law Company, our Labour & Employment practice offers actionable counsel to domestic enterprises, multinational companies, and executives.
We help organizations establish sound internal employment practices, satisfy statutory labor audits (Shram Parikshan), manage performance-related separations lawfully, and resolve industrial or individual disputes through conciliation and court proceedings.
Our Key Expertise
- Employment Agreements & HR Policies: Drafting and vetting tailored employment contracts (regular, time-based, work-based, part-time), executive agreements, non-compete/confidentiality clauses, and compliant Employee Handbooks.
- Social Security Fund (SSF) & Statutory Benefits Compliance: Advising on mandatory SSF registration, enrollment, monthly payroll contribution structures (31% basic salary split), leave entitlements, and festival allowances under Nepali law.
- Labour Audits & Regulatory Filings: Guiding enterprises through annual mandatory Labour Audits (Shram Parikshan) and statutory filings required by the Ministry of Labour, Employment & Social Security (MoLESS).
- Lawful Termination, Redundancy & Discipline: Strategizing disciplinary proceedings, performance management protocols, internal inquiries, retrenchments, and termination notices in compliance with statutory requirements.
- Dispute Resolution & Labour Court Representation: Litigating individual and collective employment disputes before the Labour Office (Shram Karyalaya), mediation forums, and the specialized Labour Court of Nepal.
Why Choose Us
- Preventative Legal Guidance: Structuring policies and contracts to mitigate employment risks and avoid costly litigation.
- Regulatory Depth: In-depth familiarity with the Department of Labour, Social Security Fund Office, and administrative practice nuances in Nepal.
- Balanced Advocacy: Representation for corporate employers, HR leaders, and executive-level employees across workplace claims.