Manager Legal and Compliance

As a Legal Associate at Accordion in Hyderabad, Telangana, you will play a crucial role in reviewing contracts, ensuring compliance with laws and internal policies, and providing support on various legal matters. Your responsibilities will include: - **Contract Review & Drafting**: - Review, draft, and negotiate contracts such as supplier agreements, vendor contracts, client agreements, service agreements, and NDAs. - Ensure contract compliance with company policies and applicable laws. - Assist in developing standard contract templates and processes. - Collaborate with business teams to address day-to-day issues related to client agreements. - **Compliance Support**: - Monitor and ensure the company's adherence to regulatory and legal requirements in different jurisdictions. - Assist in conducting internal compliance audits and risk assessments. - Support the development and implementation of compliance programs, policies, and training materials. - Provide advice on corporate governance, data protection, and regulatory compliance. - **Legal Research & Advisory**: - Conduct legal research on laws, regulations, and industry standards. - Offer advice and recommendations on legal risks and compliance matters to internal stakeholders. - Assist senior legal counsel in preparing legal opinions and reports. - **General Legal Support**: - Assist in corporate governance matters like board meeting minutes and regulatory filings. - Support the legal team in dispute resolution, litigation, and other legal matters. - Manage general legal administrative tasks such as maintaining contract databases and records. **Qualifications**: - LLB or equivalent degree. - 4-6 years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal role. - Proficiency in email and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). - Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and good communication skills. - Understanding of contract laws and commercial agreements. At Accordion, you will benefit from: - High growth environment with semi-annual performance management and promotion cycles. - Cross-domain exposure with challenging work streams across industries. - Entrepreneurial environment that encourages decision-making and ownership. - Fun culture, non-bureaucratic working environment, and strong peer support. - Health and wellness programs, corporate meal card options, robust leave policy, and reward and recognition platform for professional and personal milestones. Join Accordion in Hyderabad and be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration and commitment to excellence in legal services.,