Assistant Manager - Risk Management

About KPMG in India KPMG entities in India are professional services firms affiliated with KPMG International Limited. Established in India in August 1993, our professionals leverage the global network of firms, staying informed on local laws, regulations, markets, and competition. With offices in major cities like Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Noida, Pune, Vadodara, and Vijayawada, KPMG entities in India offer services to national and international clients across various sectors. We aim to provide rapid, performance-based, industry-focused, and technology-enabled services, reflecting our shared knowledge of global and local industries and experience in the Indian business environment. Job Title: AM Contracts As an AM Contracts, you should have post-qualification legal experience, preferably as in-house counsel for an Indian subsidiary of a multinational company or Indian multinational. This role requires considerable expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating client/third-party contracts. You should be well-versed in the firm's risk management policies, able to assess risks accordingly. Working independently, you must deliver high-quality work, multitask effectively, meet deadlines, and handle pressure situations. Maintaining confidentiality, collaborating with team members across countries and time zones, and seeking business-friendly solutions are essential aspects of this role. Role & Responsibilities Your responsibilities will include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating client/third-party contracts. You will liaise with internal stakeholders, business teams, and senior management to resolve complex contractual issues promptly. Deep understanding of legal concepts, providing clarifications on legal concerns to senior management and business teams, working within deadlines to ensure smooth closure of agreements, negotiating with clients/third parties, escalating critical matters internally, and updating SOP are key responsibilities. Adhering to the firm's risk management policies, maintaining integrity, and acting in accordance with legal and regulatory procedures are crucial aspects of this role. THE INDIVIDUAL The ideal candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Office tools, with familiarity in legal and other productivity tools being an added advantage. Strong executive presence, excellent communication skills, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects simultaneously, work autonomously, and demonstrate responsibility, professionalism, and dependability are essential attributes. With 6+ years of relevant experience and an LLB/LLM qualification, you should possess good written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, and a keen sense of integrity. Equal employment opportunity information Qualifications Qualification: LLB/LLM,