As a professional in the field of legal transactions, your key responsibilities will revolve around structuring deals, drafting and negotiating agreements, conducting due diligence, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and closing transactions. In the realm of structuring deals, you will be tasked with assisting clients in designing the legal framework for transactions, taking into consideration factors such as financing, regulatory compliance, and potential risks. Your role will also involve the preparation and review of contracts to accurately reflect agreed-upon terms and safeguard your client's interests. Furthermore, you will conduct due diligence by investigating a company's legal and financial standing to identify potential issues before finalizing a deal. It will be your responsibility to ensure that transactions comply with applicable laws and regulations, such as securities laws or real estate regulations. When it comes to closing transactions, you will be in charge of managing the closing process, ensuring that all necessary documents are duly executed and filed, and that the transaction is finalized in accordance with the agreed-upon terms. Some examples of transactions that you may handle include mergers and acquisitions (M&A), corporate finance activities like capital raising through loans or equity investments, real estate transactions involving the purchase, sale, or lease of properties, intellectual property matters such as licensing or protection of rights, and drafting and negotiating various business agreements. To excel in this role, you must possess strong legal knowledge encompassing contract law, corporate law, and other pertinent areas. Analytical skills will be crucial for dissecting complex legal and financial information, while negotiation skills will enable you to effectively engage with opposing parties. Attention to detail is paramount to ensure the accuracy and compliance of all documents. Additionally, your communication skills will play a vital role in clearly conveying information to clients, fellow lawyers, and third parties. Lastly, your problem-solving abilities will be instrumental in identifying and resolving legal issues that may arise during transactions.,
You will be playing a crucial role in supporting the Partner at a Tier 1 Law Firm in India, specifically focusing on Direct Taxes. The Partner heads the Direct Taxes Practice and is keen on having a qualified CA from a renowned consulting firm join the team. As a candidate for this role, you are required to have a CA qualification along with 4-6 years of relevant experience. Your responsibilities will include providing expert advice on Corporate Tax Planning, addressing strategic issues, and handling complex tax matters such as business reconstruction. Moreover, you will be involved in advising on international tax issues like Cross Border Transactions, DTAA aspects, Withholding Tax, Transfer Pricing, Permanent Establishments, inbound & outbound matters, and Repatriations. Developing strong professional relationships with Senior Management across diverse industries is a key aspect of this role, aiming to become their trusted advisor and primary point of contact. In addition, you will be expected to lead multiple complex tax engagements, oversee planning and day-to-day delivery, and establish effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, including tax authorities. Ensuring high-quality deliverables in a timely manner, promptly addressing client queries, and consistently meeting client expectations are essential aspects of this role.,
The law firm is looking for a Senior Associate or Counsel to join their Employment Law practice. The ideal candidate should have expertise in Indian labour and employment laws, possess strong client advisory skills, and be capable of leading high-impact mandates across various sectors. This role requires someone who excels in a fast-paced, advisory-heavy environment and is prepared to take charge of complex employment law matters including compliance, advisory, investigations, and contentious issues. Key Responsibilities: - Provide advice to domestic and multinational clients on a range of employment and labour law issues such as employment contracts, HR policies, compensation structures, and termination matters. - Handle industrial disputes, disciplinary proceedings, employee misconduct, POSH compliance, internal investigations, labour law audits, and due diligence for M&A transactions. - Develop workforce structuring, transfers, and retrenchment strategies. - Represent clients before labour authorities, tribunals, and other relevant forums. - Draft and negotiate employment-related documentation and settlement agreements. - Keep updated on Indian employment law developments and contribute to knowledge management initiatives. - Collaborate with various teams including litigation, corporate, and compliance teams. - Supervise and mentor junior associates within the practice. Candidate Profile: - LL.B. from a reputable Indian law school. - 7-12 years of post-qualification experience, preferably with a top-tier law firm or leading in-house legal department. - Strong knowledge of Indian labour laws, industrial regulations, and case law developments. - Proficient in legal drafting, research, and analytical skills. - Experience in managing sensitive investigations and employment litigation is a plus. - Business-oriented mindset with excellent client-handling skills. - Ability to handle multiple assignments independently and meet deadlines. - Team player with a collaborative work approach. What's on Offer: - Chance to work with a top-tier law firm renowned for its Employment Law practice. - Involvement in high-value mandates and exposure to top domestic and international clients. - Competitive compensation package and a clear career progression path. - Dynamic work culture that fosters professional growth and innovation.,