Project Officer, Legal

About the Organization Swaniti Initiative aims to strengthen public service delivery by working with state and local governments across South Asia with a strong focus on India. Our interventions have included strengthening scheme implementation by identifying current gaps and limitations, providing research support to Hon’ble Members of Parliament about best practices in moving forward, and developing data-technology tools that can back decision-making processes. At present, along with working with 200+ Hon'ble Members of Parliamentarians for policy making, are working as advisors to state governments to ensure the delivery of schemes to the last mile. Major verticals of our work are climate and sustainability, social protection, and livelihood. Job Responsibilities · Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to initiatives and projects. · Draft and review contracts, agreements, MOUs, and other legal documents to safeguard the interests of projects. · Contribute to the development and review of policies and procedures to align with legal requirements and organizational objectives. · Provide timely and accurate legal advice to stakeholders, including project managers and senior management, on legal implications and risks associated with project activities. · Assist in resolving legal disputes and claims, including liaising with external legal counsel and representing required department in legal proceedings as required. · Conduct training sessions and workshops to enhance legal awareness among project teams and stakeholders. · Maintain comprehensive legal documentation and records, ensuring confidentiality and accessibility as per organizational policies. Requirements Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized institution; Master's degree in Law (LLM) preferred. Proven experience of 2-4 years working in a legal role, preferably within the development sector, mining, or related industries. Strong understanding of Indian laws, regulations, and legal frameworks relevant to development projects and corporate governance Skills and Attributes High integrity and ethical standards. Excellent drafting skills with the ability to prepare clear and concise legal documents. Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and facilitate legal compliance. Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships. Strong analytical skills, ability to think strategically, analyze diverse information, and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to communicate ideas clearly and confidently, articulate issues, and recommend solutions. Competency in the usage of IT tools including proficiency in MS Office suite. Strong oral and writing skills in English. The ability to communicate in Hindi is desirable. Benefits Remuneration INR 9.6 LPA Annual CTC (Rs. 80,000/- monthly) Show more Show less