Key Responsibilities
1. Contract Lifecycle Management
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements including NDAs, MSAs, MoUs, vendor and client contracts, and service-level agreements.
- Vet RFPs and other contract documents highlighting issues from a business standpoint
- Ensure timely tracking, renewal, and archival of contracts, maintaining a centralized contract repository.
2. Legal Advisory & Compliance
Provide timely and practical legal advice to internal teams, including sales, procurement, operations, finance, and project management.Support the General Counsel in ensuring compliance with applicable laws and internal corporate policies.Monitor legal and regulatory developments relevant to the company’s business.3. Risk Identification & Dispute Support
Identify legal risks in contracts and operations and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.Assist in managing pre-litigation matters, vendor and client disputes, and communication with external counsel.4. Legal Research & Documentation
Conduct thorough research on statutes, case law, and regulatory requirements.Draft internal legal notes, position papers, and memos on key legal issues impacting the business.Prepare legal documentation for internal governance, board meetings, and statutory compliance as required.5. Process and Policy Improvement
Assist in the development and continuous improvement of legal templates, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and internal policies.Contribute to the establishment of a streamlined and efficient in-house legal function.6. Stakeholder Coordination and Administrative Support
Collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and external legal advisors.Support administrative functions of the legal department including documentation, legal audits, and MIS reporting.Candidate Requirements
Educational Qualification
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from a reputed Tier 1 or Tier 2 law school in India.Professional Experience
Minimum 1 year of post-qualification experience in a corporate legal department or a reputed law firm.Prior exposure to contract management, legal operations, or regulatory compliance.Core Skills and Competencies
Strong knowledge of the Indian Contract Act, Companies Act, and general corporate-commercial laws.Excellent drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.High attention to detail with an ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.Proficiency in MS Office tools and legal research databases.Preferred Attributes
Exposure to legal issues in the design, construction, real estate, or co-working sectors.Experience with regulatory frameworks such as Real Estate Laws, labor laws, or intellectual property, Company Laws would be an advantage.Familiarity with legal technology and contract management systems.Knowledge of International compliances would be a plus