Contract Manager

Job Description

Dear Candidate, We are seeking a highly skilled Contract Manager with a strong legal background in business law to oversee contract lifecycle management and ensure legal compliance across all business agreements. The ideal candidate will have expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance, supporting the companys commercial and legal interests. Company Website: www.mukandsumi.com Job Location: Hospete, Karnataka. Key Responsibilities: Contract Drafting & Negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, service contracts, NDAs, SLAs, MoUs, and joint venture agreements. Legal Risk Management: Identify potential legal risks, provide mitigation strategies, and ensure contract terms align with business objectives and regulatory requirements. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all contracts comply with applicable laws, including contract law, corporate law, and industry-specific regulations. Dispute Resolution & Claims Management: Handle contract disputes, liaise with legal teams for litigation matters, and ensure timely resolution of contractual issues. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams (legal, finance, procurement, and operations) to streamline contract execution and ensure smooth business transactions. Contract Lifecycle Management: Maintain a structured system for contract storage, renewal tracking, amendments, and compliance audits. Policy & Process Development: Establish and enhance contract management policies, standard templates, and best practices to improve efficiency. Regulatory Updates & Training: Stay updated on legal developments in business law and provide training to internal stakeholders on contract compliance and risk mitigation. Required Qualifications & Experience: Education: Bachelors or masters degree in law (LLB / LLM) with a specialization in Business Law, Corporate Law, or Commercial Law. Experience: 10 to 15 years. Legal Expertise: Strong knowledge of contract law, corporate governance, commercial transactions, and regulatory compliance. Technical Skills: Proficiency in contract management software and legal research tools. Strong analytical and negotiation skills. Excellent legal drafting and interpretation capabilities. Key Competencies & Personal Attributes: Attention to Detail: Strong ability to identify legal risks and loopholes. Problem-Solving: Ability to handle contract disputes and mitigate risks proactively. Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. If interested then, please share your cv at heena@mukandsumi.com Regards Heena Shaikh