Senior Legal Executive

Job Description

Role Summary: The Senior Executive – Legal (Non-Litigation) will be responsible for handling the day-to-day legal and compliance functions pertaining to commercial, corporate, real estate, and operational legal matters. The role focuses on documentation, contract management, legal risk mitigation, and ensuring business operations align with statutory and regulatory frameworks. Key Responsibilities: Draft, review, and negotiate various legal agreements including lease deeds, leave & license, franchise, vendor contracts, NDAs, service agreements, etc. Ensure legal vetting of commercial and operational documents related to expansion, licensing, and supply chain. Coordinate with internal departments (Business, Finance, Projects, SCM, HR) for legal support on documentation and regulatory needs. Handle property due diligence, title verification, and documentation for new store acquisitions (lease/leave & license agreements). Maintain legal documentation database and trackers for agreements, renewals, and expirations. Assist in compliance with corporate governance and regulatory filings under Companies Act, FSSAI, Legal Metrology, Shops & Establishments, etc. Liaise with external legal consultants, counsels, and regulatory authorities when required. Support in audits, inspections, and periodic legal risk assessments. Keep track of legal developments and ensure updates are integrated into business practices. Qualifications & Experience: Education: LLB / LLM from a recognized university. Experience: 1 - 3 years of relevant experience in non-litigation legal work, preferably in retail/QSR/hospitality/FMCG sectors. Preferred Exposure: Real estate documentation, F&B regulatory compliance, commercial contract drafting. Key Skills: Strong drafting and negotiation skills. Proficiency in legal research and due diligence. Sound understanding of corporate, commercial, and property laws. Excellent communication and coordination abilities. Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple deliverables. Show more Show less