India's Most Trusted New Labour Codes Advisory Practice
From Statute to Shopfloor™
Expert Labour Law Advisory | New Labour Codes Compliance | HR Policy & Training
Your trusted partner for practical Labour Law compliance under India’s New Labour Codes.
The Four New Labour Codes came into effect on 21 November 2025, making compliance essential for every employer in India. First HR Consulting & Learning, led by Vinod Kumar Sharma, brings over 30 years of labour law expertise to help organisations meet these requirements with confidence. We provide practical support in labour law compliance, HR policy development, statutory documentation, compliance audits, and HR training, helping businesses stay compliant, reduce legal risks, and build a strong, well-managed workplace.
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About
First HR Consulting & Learning
First HR Consulting & Learning is a specialist Labour & Employment Law, HR Compliance and New Labour Codes advisory practice headquartered in Gurugram, Haryana, India.
Led by Vinod Kumar Sharma, Principal Consultant, with 32 years of hands-on HR, Industrial Relations and Labour Law experience, we provide practical, implementation-oriented solutions to organisations across India.
Our expertise spans Labour Law Compliance Audits, New Labour Codes Transition, HR & Payroll Advisory, Wage & CTC Restructuring, HR Policies, Industrial Relations, Statutory Compliance, Training & Capability Building and HR Process Advisory.
We don’t believe in mere compliance advice but endeavour to translate legislation into practical processes, policies, formats, systems and actions that organisations can implement effectively.
We work with organisations across manufacturing, engineering, healthcare, logistics, IT, education, financial services and other sectors, supporting them in building legally compliant, professionally managed and future-ready workplaces.
Our Promise – Practical. Legally Sound. Implementation-Ready.
HR Excellence
Our Services
Labour Codes & Comprehensive Compliance Audits
A multi-law compliance audit is the single most important investment an employer can make. Our audits cover all obligations under the Four New Labour Codes, applicable legacy Acts still in force (Factories Act transition, POSH Act, Maternity Benefit Act, Payment of Bonus Act), and State-specific notifications — across factories, construction sites, offices and multi-location operations. Delivered for M.P. Birla Group entities (UCL Satna, VTL Rewa), EASA Elevators, TCI Express and other major employers.
Learn MoreNew Labour Codes Consulting & Advisory Services
The Four New Labour Codes — Code on Wages 2019, Industrial Relations Code 2020, OSH&WC Code 2020, and Code on Social Security 2020 — came into force on 21 November 2025. We offer India's most comprehensive New Labour Codes advisory — covering every Code, every Central Rule, and notified State Rules across Haryana, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh and other key states, backed by authoritative legal opinions with verified, independently-traceable citations wherever a statutory question demands one.
Learn MoreLabour Codes Trainings & Specialised Labour Laws Trainings
The most practically-oriented New Labour Codes training available in India — built around the actual provisions of the relevant State Rules, not generic central-rules content. Delivered in Rohtak (June 2026) and Pune (August 2026), with programmes planned across India. Participants leave with hands-on mastery of every prescribed Form, Register, Record and Return — and, where the audience needs it, the underlying wage-restructuring mechanics of the 50% wages rule.
Learn MoreHR Policy Manual Design & HR Policies Review
The Four New Labour Codes have rendered numerous existing HR policies partially or fully non-compliant. From appointment letters to leave policies, from Standing Orders to wage structures, every policy touching employment conditions needs review. Our '10X HR Policy Audit' examines 15+ HR policies against the Four Labour Codes, identifies every gap, and delivers a complete, implementation-ready revised policy manual.
Learn MoreRecruitment & Talent Acquisition
End-to-end recruitment solutions to identify, attract and hire the right talent, at the right level, at speed — including Executive & Leadership Search, Technical Recruitment, Bulk & Campus Hiring, Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) and Interview & Assessment Support.
Learn MoreHR Processes (EPF/ESI/PT/LWF) & Payroll Outsourcing
End-to-end management of statutory compliances/ Recurring HR/payroll operations — ESIC/ EPF/ PT/ LWF, so nothing falls through the cracks between a new registration and next month's payroll run.
Learn MoreBook Display
The New Labour Codes in Action – A Practitioner’s Handbook
Authored by Vinod Kumar Sharma, Principal Consultant & Founding CEO, First HR Consulting & Learning, this comprehensive practitioner’s handbook translates India’s Four New Labour Codes into practical, implementation-focused guidance.
Designed for HR professionals, employers, compliance teams, legal practitioners and business leaders, the book brings together statutory provisions, compliance requirements, practical checklists, implementation frameworks and actionable insights to help organisations understand the what, why and how of Labour Codes compliance.
It is designed as a working guide for navigating the transition from the erstwhile labour law framework to the New Labour Codes regime—with a clear focus on practical implementation. The endeavour and focus has been – From Statute to Shopfloor™.
- Published Author
- Labour Law Specialist
- Trusted by Industry
- Research Scholar
- 30+ Years Experience
- Training Reference Book
Our Courses
Why Choose Us
Six Reasons Employers Choose Us
Practitioner, Not Theorist
Every recommendation is implementable from the first working day. We do not give theoretical advice, we give you step-by-step field instructions.
New Labour Codes Specialist
All four Labour Codes + notified State Rules, Code on Wages, IR Code, OSH Code, and Code on Social Security, covered in depth with verified statutory references.
Verified Legal Accuracy
Every section number, rule reference, form number, and statutory citation is verified from the bare Act text. Zero fabrication, ever.
Complete Handholding
We remain engaged until implementation is complete. Our clients receive post-engagement support for queries and compliance updates.
Trusted by Industry Leaders
Clients include M.P. Birla Group (UCL Satna, VTL Rewa), EASA Elevators, TCI Express, George Institute for Global Health, and Instyle Overseas.
Published Author & Research Scholar
Author of Contract Labour Management under New Labour Codes. Research Scholar, GD Goenka University, Gurugram.
Our Blogs
Understanding Section 2(y) of the Code on Wages, 2019 — and its impact on CTC, …
LABOUR CODES Flexibility for Employers. Parity of Benefits for Employees. What Every HR Professional and …
What Every Employer Must Change in the Leave Policy under the New Labour Code Regime …
A Practical Legal Guide under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020 and …
FAQs
1. What services does First HR Consulting & Learning provide?
We offer comprehensive Labour & Employment Law services, including New Labour Codes advisory, labour compliance audits, HR policy review and development, salary restructuring, practitioner-led training programmes, and expert legal opinions on ESIC, EPF, gratuity, contract labour, and other statutory matters.
2. Who can benefit from your services?
Our services are designed for businesses of all sizes across manufacturing, construction, healthcare, logistics, IT, education, retail, and other industries. We support employers, HR professionals, compliance teams, legal departments, and business owners in achieving statutory compliance.
3. How do you help organizations comply with the New Labour Codes?
We assess your current compliance status, identify gaps, prepare priority action plans, review HR policies, restructure salary components where required, conduct compliance audits, and provide ongoing implementation support to ensure compliance with all Four Labour Codes and applicable State Rules.
4. Do you provide customised training for companies?
Yes. We conduct both open and in-house training programmes tailored to your industry, organisation, and State-specific Labour Rules. Our sessions combine legal knowledge with practical implementation, enabling participants to confidently manage compliance requirements.
5. Why should businesses choose First HR Consulting & Learning?
With over 30 years of practical Labour & Employment Law experience, we deliver legally accurate, implementation-focused solutions backed by verified statutory references. Our commitment is to provide practical guidance that helps organisations achieve compliance confidently and efficiently, from planning through implementation.