Legal Manager

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Role Summary:

The Legal Manager will provide comprehensive legal support across business operations in multiple cities and airports in India, with a primary focus on the food and beverage (F&B) sector. Responsibilities include managing contracts, coordinating litigation, and overseeing intellectual property matters.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Contract Management (75%)

• Draft, review, and negotiate term sheets, MOUs, and agreements for:
• Franchise and similar business models
• Supplier and vendor arrangements
• Real estate contracts of low to medium complexity
• Ensure legal documents align with business objectives, regulatory norms, and risk mitigation strategies

2. Litigation Support

• Manage litigation and arbitration with external counsel
• Represent the company in legal proceedings and regulatory forums.
• Maintain compliance with applicable laws, internal policies, and contractual obligations

3. Intellectual Property (10%)

• Support the trademark registration process for in-house brands
• Maintain and manage IP-related records and databases

4. Strategic & Operational Legal Support

• Provide legal guidance for new initiatives and projects
• Monitor evolving laws impacting the F&B industry
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure legal alignment in commercial decisions
• Assess contracts for tax and regulatory implications

Key Requirements:

• LL.B. with 4–8 years of experience in a law firm and/or corporate legal department
• Strong exposure to contract.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• High energy, self-motivated, and proactive
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure
• Sharp legal acumen with a practical business-oriented approach

Key Challenges:

• Navigating the complex and dynamic regulatory environment of the F&B sector
• Delivering timely, practical, and risk-aware legal solutions
• Staying continuously updated with industry regulations and legal developments