Senior Legal Counsel - Compliance - GDPR/ Data Privacy

Job Description

Job Summary: - We are looking for an experienced In-House Legal Counsel to join our Chennai office. The role requires deep knowledge of corporate legal procedures, contract law, and global compliance. The candidate will be responsible for drafting and negotiating agreements, managing legal risk, supporting internal teams including HR, and ensuring all contracts meet company standards. Key Responsibilities: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents including: - Master Services Agreements (MSA) - Statements of Work (SOW) - Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA) - Licensing, reseller, subcontractor, partnership, and cloud service agreements - Support internal teams with legal advice related to: - Corporate legal processes - IT transactions, software licensing, and SaaS agreements - Employee and employer policies (in collaboration with HR) - Provide legal counsel for client and vendor negotiations - Manage external legal counsel, as required - Oversee and close complex transactions across global jurisdictions - Assist with litigation and dispute resolution related to contracts and IP - Ensure compliance with data privacy (e.g., GDPR), intellectual property, and export control regulations - Prepare and respond to RFPs, RFIs, and settlement agreements Qualifications & Skills: - Law degree from a reputed institution - 7+ years of legal work experience, with at least 5 years in IT or tech-related transactions - Experience working in both law firms and corporate legal departments is preferred - Sound knowledge of corporate legal procedures and global compliance standard - Exposure to international negotiations and corporate litigation - Excellent communication skills (Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing - LSRW) - Ability to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment - Strong problem-solving and stakeholder management skills Desirable Certifications: Certifications in Data Privacy, IP Law, or SaaS contracts are a plus