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About Us : The Souled Store is a homegrown youth casual-wear brand started in 2013. We are one of India’s largest online merchandising platforms with licenses like Disney, Warner Bros; WWE, IPL, Viacom18 to name a few. Apart from selling products with themed designs such as superheroes, movies, TV shows, and cartoons, the brand also is at the forefront of the latest youth style and fashion trends. In addition to core men and women wear apparel categories, we have also expanded to new categories and introduced new product lines like activewear, supima products, innerwear, personal care products like perfumes etc. We have also launched footwear and kidswear recently. Although we are primarily an online brand, we’ve expanded in the offline retail space as well and have stores in Mumbai, Bangalore, Delhi, Pune and Indore. The Souled Store was born out of the idea of loving what you do, from the soul. We believe that people do their best work when they love what they do. There are too many Monday mornings and you can’t go dreading every single one of them. Over the years, we have built a strong team of like-minded people that work smart, own their work, and think like leaders. If you identify with what we do and are interested in being a part of an aggressively growing brand, we would love to have you on board! Position Overview: We are looking for a Legal Manager to oversee and manage all legal functions within The Souled Store. The role will be responsible for ensuring compliance with corporate, commercial, and intellectual property laws, managing legal risks, handling contracts, and supporting business teams with legal advice. The Legal Manager will also play a key role in litigation management and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities: Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts, including NDAs, MOUs, service agreements, licensing agreements, and supply & distribution agreements. Legal Compliance: Develop and oversee legal functions to ensure compliance with applicable corporate, regulatory, and statutory requirements. Legislative Monitoring: Track changes in relevant legislation and proactively implement necessary legal strategies. Legal Documentation: Maintain a repository of legal documentation covering all commercial and non-commercial contracts. Intellectual Property Management: Manage the company's IP portfolio, trademarks, copyrights, and ensure proper filings and records. Litigation Support: Assist in litigation matters, coordinate with external legal counsel, and liaise with stakeholders. Risk Management: Identify legal risks associated with business operations and transactions, and implement mitigation strategies. Qualifications & Skills: Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB); a Master's degree or specialization in a legal domain is a plus. Experience: Minimum of 5 years in a legal role, preferably in a corporate or retail environment. Legal Knowledge: Strong understanding of corporate law, contract law, intellectual property rights, and regulatory compliance. Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for contract drafting and negotiations. Organizational Abilities: Strong ability to manage multiple tasks, with high accuracy in reviewing legal documents. Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of legal research tools, databases, and compliance software. Regulatory Compliance: Ability to ensure adherence to all relevant legal frameworks affecting the retail industry. Problem-Solving & Risk Mitigation: Proven ability to anticipate legal risks and implement preventative strategies. Why Join Us? Work with one of India’s most exciting and fast-growing lifestyle brands. Be part of a dynamic and young team that thrives on innovation and creativity. Opportunity to work across multiple business verticals, including retail, e-commerce, licensing, and brand collaborations. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities in an expanding company. Note : Our hiring team will review your application and should we find your background to be a fit for this role, we will be in touch . If you don't get a response from our team within seven days, please know that your profile may not be a match for our current requirements. However, we appreciate your interest and encourage you to explore future opportunities with us. Show more Show less
