Legal Associate

Location

• Manage end-to-end arbitration proceedings including drafting of pleadings, statements of claim/defence, witness statements, and other submissions.
• Provide legal advice on contract interpretation and enforceability of claims.
• Assist project and commercial teams in developing and defending claims related to delay, cost escalation, and scope changes.
• Review and draft settlement agreements and dispute resolution clauses.
• Analyse legal risks in ongoing and potential disputes.
• Proactively identify and mitigate legal risks in project execution.
• Maintain a repository of past arbitration cases and legal precedents.
• Work closely with internal departments (Project Management, Contracts, Commercial, Finance) to gather inputs and documentation.

Key Requirements:

• LL.B. (mandatory), LL.M. (preferred) from a recognized university.
• Specialization in Arbitration or Construction Law is a plus.
• 2- 8 years of legal experience with a minimum of 5 years in arbitration/dispute resolution, preferably in infrastructure, construction, or EPC sectors.
• Strong knowledge of arbitration laws (e.g., Indian Arbitration Act, UNCITRAL rules).
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to interpret complex commercial contracts.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.