VP Legal

Our client is a Global Asset Management firm which provides industry-focused services for clients across geographies. We are currently looking for a seasoned candidate to join their legal team in Mumbai.

Some of the key responsibilities will include :

Act as a trusted advisor on all India employment law and employee relations matters.

Provide guidance on complex issues including hiring, internal transfers, restrictive covenants, terminations, compensation, and pay equity.

Advise on employment law aspects of M&A transactions and manage employment-related litigation, arbitration, and mediation.

Collaborate with global counterparts to support broader APAC and EMEA initiatives such as policy development, template management, and training programs.

Monitor changes in employment legislation, assess risks, ensure compliance and maintain and update employee handbooks, policy documents, and case management trackers.

To be eligible for this role you will require :

Qualified LLB / LLM from a reputed institute, typically with 7+ years of relevant experience with a top-tier law firm or in-house at a global financial services organization.

In-depth understanding of Indian employment laws; exposure to APAC jurisdictions is advantageous.

Proven expertise in handling complex compensation structures, including incentive pay.

Strong commercial judgment and ability to deliver business-oriented solutions.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Please contact Apoorva Sharma or email your cv directly in word format with Job ID : 15661 to Apoorva@theedgepartnership.com

Please note that due to the high number of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us in the next 7 business days, we regret to inform you that your application for this position was unsuccessful.