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Head of LegalPon Pure Chemicals Group • Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Head of Legal

Head of Legal

Pon Pure Chemicals Group • Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
3 days ago
Job description

Job Description – Head – Legal

Position Title : Head – Legal

Department : Legal & Compliance

Location : Chennai

Experience Required : Minimum 15+ Years

Role Overview

The Head – Legal will lead and oversee the company’s end-to-end legal operations, including litigation management, corporate compliance, labour law issues, contract drafting, regulatory matters, property documentation, and strategic legal advisory. This is a senior leadership role requiring strong expertise in corporate law, excellent decision-making ability, and the capacity to manage external legal partners, internal stakeholders, and government authorities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Legal Proceedings & Litigation Management

NI Act, 1881 (Cheque Bounce Cases)

  • Oversee drafting and issuance of legal notices.
  • Supervise filing of complaints, affidavits, and representation as complainant.
  • Provide support in PW1 deposition responsibilities when required.
  • Lead coordination with external advocates and direct settlement strategies.

Civil, Commercial & Writ Matters

  • Vet legal notices and guide litigation strategy.
  • Attend or supervise participation in court hearings and mediation sessions.
  • Oversee execution petitions (EP) and property attachment proceedings.
  • Evaluate and drive settlement negotiations.
  • Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016

  • Approve and oversee Demand Notices (Form 3).
  • Review applications (Form 5, Form B, Form C) submitted before NCLT.
  • Represent or delegate representation as Operational Creditor before NCLT.
  • Coordinate with IRPs / RPs during CIRP and guide settlement documentation.
  • Arbitration

  • Approve arbitration notices as per contracts.
  • Represent the company before arbitrators or manage designated advocates.
  • Finalize advocate appointments and negotiate professional fees with CFO approval.
  • 2. Labour Law & HR Legal Support

  • Oversee issuance of Show Cause Notices and Termination Notices.
  • Participate in or supervise internal disciplinary inquiries.
  • Guide recovery proceedings in cases of financial misconduct.
  • Approve public legal notices relating to employee matters.
  • 3. Regulatory & Compliance Matters

    Legal Metrology Act, 2009

  • Ensure all products comply with statutory label requirements.
  • Review responses to inspector notices and closure reports.
  • Liaise with Legal Metrology authorities and oversee penalty settlements.
  • Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)

  • Manage trademark filings, renewals, objections, and hearings.
  • Supervise user affidavit preparation and coordinate with IP counsels.
  • Ensure protection of brand assets (trademarks / designs).
  • 4. Contract Drafting & Management

  • Oversee drafting, vetting, and approval of key commercial agreements such as :
  • Supplier, Distribution, Agency, Rental & Transportation Agreements
  • NDAs, Job Work Agreements, Loan Licensing Agreements
  • Digital Marketing & other commercial contracts
  • Ensure contract governance, repository maintenance, and renewal tracking.
  • 5. Property Registrations & Documentation

  • Approve verification of property documents.
  • Review MoUs, Sale Deeds, and registration-related documents.
  • Liaise with Sub-Registrar and District Registrar offices where required.
  • Ensure timely payment of stamp duty and registration charges.
  • 6. Liaison & Reporting

  • Lead meetings with government authorities and regulatory agencies.
  • Provide periodic legal updates, litigation status reports, and risk assessments to the CFO.
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation and support compliance audits.
  • Advise senior management on legal risks, regulatory changes, and business decisions.
  • Desired Candidate Profile

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B); LL.M preferred.
  • Minimum 15+ years of experience , with strong exposure to corporate legal, litigation, compliance, and contract management.
  • Prior leadership experience in a senior legal role is highly desirable.
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to handle high-value litigation, arbitration, and regulatory matters independently.
  • Excellent drafting ability and strong understanding of business-legal alignment.
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