Legal Advisor/Corporate Lawyer

Role & responsibilities

Legal Advisory

• Provide legal advice to management and departments on corporate legal issues.
  
• Interpret and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate policies.
  

Contract Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts (e.g., vendor agreements, service contracts, NDAs, joint venture agreements).
  
• Ensure that contracts protect the company's interests and comply with applicable laws.
  

Corporate Governance

• Support the Board of Directors and company secretarial team in maintaining proper governance practices.
  
• Prepare resolutions, board meeting documents, and assist with compliance under the Companies Act.
  

Compliance & Regulatory

• Monitor changes in corporate laws, SEBI guidelines, RBI regulations (if applicable), and other statutory obligations.
  
• Ensure the company complies with all corporate, labor, and tax laws.
  

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

• Assist in due diligence, drafting deal documents, and executing mergers, acquisitions, or restructuring transactions.
  
• Coordinate with external advisors and regulatory authorities during deal processes.
  

Litigation Management

• Coordinate with external counsels for legal proceedings involving the company.
  
• Review pleadings, provide necessary documents, and strategize on dispute resolution.
  

Intellectual Property (if applicable)

• Advise on protection and enforcement of the companys IP rights (trademarks, copyrights, patents).
  
• Oversee trademark filings and respond to infringements or oppositions.
  

Risk Assessment

• Identify legal risks in business operations and recommend preventive measures.
  
• Participate in audits and risk management processes.
  

Internal Policy Development

• Draft and implement internal policies, codes of conduct, and compliance manuals.
  
• Train staff on legal and ethical responsibilities.
  

Liaison with Government Authorities

• Represent the company in dealings with regulatory bodies (e.g., MCA, SEBI, RBI, tax authorities).
  
• Prepare and submit necessary filings and reports.