Job Description
About the Role :
About the role : The Legal Counsel will be responsible for providing comprehensive legal services to the Bosch Group India, specifically focusing on the purchase of goods and services, as well as software-related agreements. This role aims to mitigate legal risks, ensure compliance, and support business continuity through effective contract management and legal advisory.
Key Responsibilities :
- Transactional Contracts :
Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts for business units to facilitate the achievement of business objectives.
Ensure all contractual agreements comply with relevant laws and internal policies.In-licensing of software, Saas, Paas and other software agreements. cloud computing to assist businessBusiness Advisory :Provide legal advice and support to various functions regarding purchase and service-related agreements.
Proactively identify and assess potential legal risks to minimize liability exposure for the Company.Stakeholder Management :Communicate and coordinate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure that all purchase and service agreements adhere to the legal framework, promoting business continuity.
Risk Management :Collaborate with the Senior Legal Counsel to conduct risk analysis on potential legal issues.
Evaluate different risk factors related to business decisions and operations, implementing strategies to minimize liability.Key Result Areas / Indicators :
Effective and timely closure of deals and transactions, directly contributing to business continuity.Achieve positive feedback from stakeholders, reflecting timely and high-quality deliverables.Ensure timely updates and conduct trainings on changes in the legal framework relevant to the business.Timely reporting and escalation of identified legal risks.Qualifications
What We're Looking For :
Education : Law degree (LLB) from a Tier 1 or Tier 2 Indian law college. LLM or specialization in relevant legal fields is an advantage.Experience : Minimum 3years of experience in contracting,e-commerce and digital business law prior experience in reputed law firms or as in-house counsel supporting in relevant area is highly preferred.Skills :Strong contract management and negotiation skills.
Proficiency in laws relating to contracting, e-commerce, IT and digital laws.Analytical thinking, effective communication, and proactive risk management.Ability to collaborate across departments and work with external partners.Additional Information
Experience gained from a reputable commercial law firm and then made transition to the in-house legal team of a recognized entity particularly in sectors such as technology, digital, automotive, FMCG or other manufacturing.
Skills Required
Contract Management, Negotiation Skills