Deputy Head of Legal

Job Description

Take the lead and well give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into > For our business, for clients, and for you The Role & Key Responsibilities: Be a trusted adviser and lead/support Apexs legal function in India to provide legal advice & strategic support in relation to the diversified business of Apex Group including without limitation its external and internal legal and related matters. While Indian Legal team is also a regional support hub for Asia Pacific Region, the primary coverage of this role will be India and the extended support especially on contracting will include other Asia Pacific countries e.g. Australia, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, New Zealand & Singapore as appropriate. General scope of work as expected from in-house counsel in the leadership role would fall within the coverage of this role and this will entail contracting, support for contentious and non-contentious matters. Support the Regional Head of Legal or the designee on various projects, including Apexs M&A projects leading to the successful integration with the M&A targets or . Handle and advise on contracting including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating diversified contracts with clients and internal stakeholders. Design, develop and maintain contract templates. Handle and advise on litigations, arbitrations and regulatory investigations as well as working with enforcement agents as appropriate and manage external counsel. Keep abreast of the legal and regulatory changes and advise the Apex Indian practice as appropriate. Other tasks as assigned from time to time. Candidate Requirements : Qualified Indian lawyer with at least 8 to 10 years post-qualification experience and in similar leadership role with success track record. Inhouse legal experience will be an added advantage. Strong management skill, people management skill (including working well with stakeholders around the world) and project management skill, excellent problem-solving and analytical capability, being able to work independently and working as a team player. Solid experience and proven track record relevant to Apexs business (). An ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Excellent interpersonal, drafting and communications skills. Strong PC skills including Word, Excel and Access etc. Excellent English proficiency.