Legal Officer

As a Legal Counsel at our organization, your primary responsibilities will include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various types of contracts such as vendor agreements, client contracts, and partnerships related to banking. You will be expected to provide valuable legal advice on contract interpretation, compliance risks, and customer issues within the banking sector. Your role will also involve conducting detailed legal research and analysis on regulations that impact banking operations, ensuring that the organization remains compliant with evolving laws, regulations, and industry standards. In this position, you will be required to develop and implement internal policies and procedures to uphold legal and regulatory compliance. Additionally, safeguarding the intellectual property of the bank, which includes trademarks, copyrights, and patents, will be a crucial aspect of your responsibilities. Handling legal disputes and litigation matters, coordinating with external counsel, and representing the bank in legal proceedings will also fall under your purview. You will be involved in assisting with corporate governance matters, such as board meetings, regulatory filings, and compliance documentation. Providing legal training to employees on regulatory requirements, compliance, and risk management will be essential. Maintaining accurate legal records and addressing legal inquiries from internal and external stakeholders will also be part of your role. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and HR, to address legal challenges and support business initiatives will be required. Ensuring that all banking activities align with ethical, legal, and regulatory standards is a key expectation for this position. This is a full-time role with benefits such as health insurance and provident fund. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, and proficiency in Kannada language is required. The work location for this position is in person. If you have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a legal role and possess a strong understanding of legal principles within the banking sector, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity.,