Legal Counsel

Maximus India is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to provide strategic and operational legal support across employment law, contract management, company secretarial work, and third-party risk management. The Legal Counsel will split their time between providing direct legal support to Maximus India and supporting Maximus global entities with contract review and negotiation work. The role requires a proactive, business-focused legal professional who can work independently and manage external legal firms effectively.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Employment Law and External Legal Firm Management

• Provide legal advice and support on employment-related matters for Maximus India on a case-by-case basis.
• Manage and oversee the work of external legal firms engaged through retainer-ship for employment legal support.
• Act as the point of contact for all employment-related legal issues, including employee disputes, disciplinary actions, and employment contract reviews.
• Ensure employment policies and procedures comply with Indian labor laws and Maximus corporate standards.

2. Company Secretarial Support

3. Legal Contracting and Negotiations

4. Global Contracting Support

5. Risk Management and Compliance

6. Stakeholder Management

Qualifications and Experience