Manager - Legal & Regulatory

1. JOB PURPOSE:

The job purpose is to provide expert legal counsel and support, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, safeguarding intellectual property, and facilitating agreements and collaborations. The role contributes to the institute's mission by navigating complex legal landscapes and protecting its interests.

2. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Description

1. Draft, negotiate, and finalize Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs), agreements, and contracts with collaborating institutions, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders.

2. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and laws, providing legal guidance to the organization in adherence to applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.

3. Prepare various types of engagement letters and agreements for visiting faculty, advisors, consultants, and other external parties.

4. Collaborate with IP lawyers, both within and outside the organization, to develop and finalize IP policies, licensing agreements, and privacy policies.

5. Oversee the documentation related to grants, research funding, and arrangements with various corporate partners.

6. Draft and maintain general terms and conditions for various types of agreements to ensure consistency and compliance.

7. Address legal aspects of employee-related issues, providing guidance on employment contracts, compliance, and other employment-related matters.

8. Handle various corporate and institutional legal matters as required.

3. COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal:

Jio Institute Leadership Team

Group Level Legal Team

Employees

Academic and Administrative Departments External:

Legal and Industry Associations

Regulatory Bodies

Legal Authorities

4. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation in Law from a premium institute.

Minimum Experience:

Minimum 4 years of corporate law experience.

Preference for candidates with experience in higher education institutions and NGOs.

Job-Specific Knowledge & Skills:

Strong domain knowledge in corporate law.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Exceptional interpersonal skills.

Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Attention to detail and strong analytical skills.