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8.0 - 13.0 years
13 - 15 Lacs
Hyderabad
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Position: Legal Counsel Head Location: Hyderabad, India Industry: Manufacturer Defence manufacturing Qualification: Bachelors or Masters degree in Law from a reputable institution; bar qualification in India or other Commonwealth countries is a plus. Experience: 10+ years of experience in manufacturing corporate and commercial law. Strong knowledge of laws (corporate and commercial), with experience in South Asia or other common law jurisdictions being a plus. Job Overview: This role involves handling corporate and commercial legal matters, ensuring compliance, managing disputes, and overseeing corporate governance. The position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and develop expertise in diverse legal areas. Key Responsibilities: Commercial Legal Support: Provide accurate and timely legal counsel to stakeholders on a wide range of legal topics, including contractual matters, regulatory compliance, and risk management. Draft, review, and negotiate various legal documents such as commercial contracts, GTCs, NDAs, MOUs, and other contractual arrangements related to sales, purchases, supply, consultancy, agency, distribution, real estate, construction, mining, and banking. Develop or update contract templates and adapt existing templates to local requirements. Assist and liaise with the Group Insurance Department and local brokers for insurance claims and queries. Alert stakeholders to legal and regulatory risks, providing solutions to mitigate those risks. Compliance: Act as the compliance point of contact for the region, ensuring implementation of Group compliance programs. Assist in training business teams exposed to compliance risks. Provide advice on compliance-related issues, with support from the Group Compliance team. Dispute and Litigation Management: Manage disputes, pre-litigation, and litigation matters, including arbitration. Develop effective strategies to resolve legal issues, protect the company's interests, and address commercial claims. Liaise with and supervise external counsel for outsourced legal matters, ensuring cost-effective and efficient legal representation. Supervise and coordinate with business teams to gather facts and evidence, execute litigation strategies, and provide regular updates on litigation progress. Corporate Governance: Oversee corporate secretarial and compliance-related matters for legal entities in South Asia. Manage corporate governance projects, including acquisitions, restructurings, and the establishment of new legal entities. Coordinate with external consultants for corporate restructuring initiatives. Advisory and Stakeholder Support: Offer legal and strategic advice to internal stakeholders, translating complex legal concepts into actionable recommendations. Collaborate with sales, operations, and support teams to align legal support with business objectives. General Legal Support: Handle special assignments, projects, and other duties related to the Legal Department as directed by the APAC General Counsel. Maintain updated records and reports to ensure regulatory compliance and support audits. Skills and Attributes: Excellent legal and strategic judgment with strong business partnering skills. High level of integrity, meticulous attention to detail, and a quick learner. Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to provide legal solutions proactively and mitigate risks effectively. Proficiency in translating complex legal concepts into practical business advice.
Posted 1 month ago
0.0 - 1.0 years
1 - 4 Lacs
Gandhidham, Rajkot
Work from Office
We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Legal Officer to join our team at Equitas Small Finance Bank. The ideal candidate should have 0-1 years of experience in the BFSI industry. Roles and Responsibility Provide legal support and guidance on various matters, including contracts and agreements. Review and draft legal documents, such as contracts and policies. Conduct legal research and analysis to inform business decisions. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Develop and implement legal strategies to mitigate risks and protect the bank's interests. Stay updated with changes in laws and regulations affecting the banking industry. Job Requirements Strong understanding of legal principles and practices applicable to the BFSI industry. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively. Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Strong knowledge of relevant laws and regulations governing the banking sector. Familiarity with legal software and systems, and the ability to learn new technologies quickly.
Posted 2 months ago
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