Som Distilleries - Head - Legal Compliance - LLB / LLM

Description

Som Group of Companies is an integrated AlcoBev conglomerate based in Central India, engaged in the production of Beer, Whisky, Vodka, Rum, Gin, Ready-to-Drink beverages, and Country Liquor. With an end-to-end presence across brewery, distillery, ancillary units, and a nationwide distribution network, the Group is recognized for its high-quality brands such as Hunter, Blackfort, and Power Cool. The organization is driven by a strong commitment to quality, innovation, customer satisfaction, and long-term stakeholder trust.

Role Description

The Head of Legal & Compliance will oversee all legal, regulatory, and governance functions for the organization. This full-time, on-site leadership role based in Bhopal will be responsible for ensuring end-to-end legal compliance, managing statutory and corporate governance requirements, and driving enterprise-wide legal risk mitigation strategies. The role involves leading legal strategy, managing regulatory interactions, safeguarding organizational interests, and advising the senior management / Board on critical legal and compliance matters.

Key Responsibilities (KRAs)

• Oversee end-to-end legal, regulatory, and statutory compliance for the company across all units and business verticals.
• Ensure compliance with Companies Act, FEMA regulations, NBFC guidelines (if applicable), LODR requirements, IEPF, and all applicable state excise and AlcoBev industry regulations.
• Lead drafting, vetting, negotiation, and execution of all legal documents including agreements, contracts, MoUs, lease agreements, trademark / patent documentation, and strategic tie-up agreements.
• Manage corporate governance practices, including oversight of Board / Committee meetings, agenda preparation, minutes recording, and statutory record maintenance.
• Drive all secretarial audits, compliance audits, and internal governance reviews ensuring zero non-compliance.
• Oversee litigation management, dispute resolution, arbitration matters, and recovery-related legal actions.
• Liaise effectively with government departments, statutory bodies, banks, external law firms, consultants, and regulatory authorities.
• Lead compliance frameworks related to trademarks, legal metrology, intellectual property management, and licensing requirements.
• Monitor and manage statutory filings, ROC compliance, annual return filings, and documentation related to incorporation / governance.
• Provide legal advisory to top management on business decisions, risk management, policy formulation, M&A, partnerships, and commercial operations.
• Identify potential legal risks, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure organizational protection through proactive planning.
• Ensure robust contract lifecycle management, documentation control, and internal policy governance.
• Oversee legal research, regulatory scanning, and updates on compliance changes impacting the organization.
• Build, mentor, and lead the in-house legal and compliance team ensuring high performance, accuracy, and efficiency.

Required Skillsets

Eligibility & Experience

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