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Senior Legal Counsel

15 - 17 years

45 - 55 Lacs

Posted:11 hours ago| Platform: Naukri logo

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About this opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Legal Counsel to help manage all corporate and commercial legal matters for our operations in India. The ideal candidate will provide legal support in all corporate, commercial and strategic matters of the company for the entire Indian operations of the Company.

You will do:

Provide expert legal advice on a broad range of corporate and commercial matters including contracts, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, compliance, regulations, new laws and governance.
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts such as NDAs, procurement agreements, licensing agreements, service agreements, distribution agreements, CSR agreements and other business contracts. Advise on regulatory compliance and corporate governance requirements applicable under Indian laws. Liaise with external counsel on complex legal issues and litigation matters. Coordinate with external counsel for civil, commercial, and regulatory litigation. Support business teams on the legal implications of business strategies and new initiatives. Manage corporate secretarial matters including board and shareholder meetings, filings, and maintenance of statutory records. Monitor changes in relevant legislation and advise the business on potential impacts. Conduct legal risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies. Support dispute resolution and manage litigation processes as required. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including finance, compliance, and operations to ensure legal alignment.

The skills you bring:

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university.
Company Secretary from ICSI, India (Mandatory) Minimum 15-17 years of relevant legal and CS experience in corporate and commercial law in India, preferably in a reputable law firm and/or multinational corporation. Strong knowledge of Indian corporate laws, contract law, regulatory frameworks, and compliance requirements. Exposure and experience in cross-border laws and regulatory framework will be an added advantage. Proven experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and handling corporate governance matters. Excellent analytical, drafting, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and influence stakeholders at all levels. Attention to detail and high level of integrity.
Ability to manage multiple senior stakeholders.Strong problem-solving skills and business acumen.
Native level proficiency in English and Hindi. Proficiency in regional or international languages is a plus.
  • Knowledge and experience in Corporate Laws as a Company Secretary is a must.
  • Additional knowledge or experience in labour and employment laws will be considered a significant advantage.

Primary country and city: India (IN) || Gurgaon
Req ID: 769319

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