Group Legal Counsel

As a Group Legal Counsel at our company based in Pune, you will be responsible for handling various legal matters related to commercial service contracts, master services agreement, statements of work, consulting and independent contractor agreements, employment agreements, software license agreements, and software reseller agreements. Your key responsibilities will include: - Structuring, drafting, vetting, negotiation, and closing of the aforementioned agreements with extensive exposure to contracting and negotiating in the US and India, and preferred exposure in Asia, Europe, Middle East, and African Continent. - Ensuring that all negotiated contracts comply with internal policies and standards, finalizing contracts, collecting signatures, and properly archiving them in the contracts database. - Independently managing timely delivery in the mentioned areas and assessing commercial disputes and claims, summarizing them for decision-makers in Legal and Business. - Experience in managing litigation and dealing with insurance carriers, outside counsel, and opposing counsel will be preferred. - Providing support to internal functions such as HR, Admin, Finance, Visa Cell, etc., in their day-to-day legal matters. - Conducting training seminars for employees and handling other legal matters on an as-needed basis. To be successful in this role, you are expected to bring the following expertise: - 10-16 years of relevant experience in Commercial service contracts. - A Bachelor's degree in law or equivalent experience. - Ability to manage teams effectively, meet deadlines, and work independently under pressure. - Detail-oriented, organized, and a good communicator in English. In addition to the exciting responsibilities and challenging work environment, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package. You will also have opportunities for talent development, including quarterly promotion cycles, company-sponsored higher education, and certifications. Employee engagement initiatives, annual health check-ups, and insurance coverage are some of the other benefits you can enjoy while working with us. Our company, Persistent Ltd., is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. Our inclusive environment offers hybrid work options, flexible working hours, and accessible facilities to support employees with diverse needs and preferences. Join us at Persistent and unleash your full potential in a values-driven and people-centric work environment where you can accelerate growth, impact the world positively, and enjoy collaborative innovation with a focus on diversity and work-life wellbeing.,