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A.O. Smith - Legal Counsel

A.O. Smith - Legal Counsel

A.O Smith India Water Products Pvt. LtdMumbai, India
17 days ago
Job description

Job Title : Legal Counsel

Location : Summary : We are seeking a qualified and motivated Legal Counsel with 4-6 years / 68 years of post-qualification experience to join our in-house legal team at A.O Smith India. This role will support operations of A.O. Smith across India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.

The ideal candidate should have prior experience in a multinational corporate environment, demonstrate strong business acumen, and be capable of independently handling a wide range of legal matters with a high degree of ownership and accountability. Law firm experience is not mandatory but will be an added & Management and Commercial Advisory

  • Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize a variety of commercial agreements including vendor contracts, service and distribution agreements, NDAs, and IT and procurement contracts and contract management.
  • Support cross-functional teams in interpreting and managing contractual rights and and Regulatory Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with Indian laws, including Companies Act, Contract Act, Labour Laws, Environmental Laws, Legal Metrology, and sector-specific regulations.
  • Liaise with external counsel and regulatory bodies where required.
  • Assist with corporate secretarial activities and ensure statutory and regulatory filings are up to date.

3. Dispute Resolution / Consumer Complaints & Litigation Management

  • Manage pre-litigation strategy and coordinate with external counsels for dispute resolution, consumer complaints, litigation, or arbitration Management and Advisory
  • Act as a legal business partner by advising internal stakeholders on a range of legal and compliance matters.
  • Assist in delivering training sessions for business teams on policies, and best Collaboration :
  • Partner with business teams including HR, Finance, Procurement, IT, and Operations to provide timely and effective legal support.
  • Support business initiatives and advise on strategic projects and operational legal & Experience :
  • Educational Qualifications : B.A. L.L.B. from a reputed university; LL.M. is desirable but not mandatory.
  • Experience : 4-6 years / 68 years of post-qualification experience, preferably including experience in an MNC or a corporate legal department. Law firm background will be an added & Skills :
  • High standards of ethics, integrity, and professionalism.
  • Strong legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Process-oriented and driven, with attention to detail and accountability.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

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