Legal Associate

Job Title: Legal Associate

Location: Kolkata
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Legal & Compliance
Reports To: Management

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Legal Associate to join our in-house legal team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in trademark law, corporate legal advisory, contract drafting and review, and general legal compliance. This role is suited for professionals who can work independently, provide strategic legal insights, and ensure the company’s interests are well protected.

Key Responsibilities:

• Trademark Law & IP Management
• Handle end-to-end trademark filings, oppositions, renewals, and portfolio management.
• Liaise with external IP counsels and authorities as necessary.
• Conduct trademark availability searches and advise on brand protection strategies.
• Contract Drafting & Negotiation
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts including NDAs, vendor agreements, service-level agreements, partnership agreements, and licensing agreements.
• Ensure contracts reflect the company’s risk appetite and business needs.
• General Counsel Support
• Provide day-to-day legal counsel to management and various departments.
• Assist in company secretarial matters and ensure compliance with applicable corporate governance regulations.
• Support legal due diligence, mergers & acquisitions, and other strategic corporate transactions.
• Corporate & Regulatory Compliance
• Ensure compliance with corporate laws, data protection regulations, and industry-specific legal requirements.
• Draft internal policies, compliance manuals, and SOPs as needed.
• Requirements:
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB)
• Experience: 2–5 years of post-qualification experience in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Key Skills:
• Strong understanding of intellectual property, particularly trademarks.
• Proficient in drafting and reviewing contracts.
• Knowledge of Indian Companies Act and corporate legal compliance.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks efficiently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in advising startups or fast-growing companies.
• Exposure to international trademark law or global IP portfolios.
• Familiarity with legal technology tools and contract lifecycle management systems.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person