Vakilsearch - Deputy Manager - Legal - LLB/LLM

Job Summary

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and finalize agreements, contracts, and Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to safeguard the companys interests.
• Vet and provide feedback on agreements and MoUs drafted by external or internal counsel.
• Monitor, manage, and coordinate with external lawyers and law firms regarding ongoing litigation and cases pending in various courts.
• Provide legal advice to management on compliance with corporate, commercial, and regulatory requirements.
• Advise and support various departments and branch offices on day-to-day legal queries and issues.
• Handle arbitration matters, provide guidance on proceedings, and maintain close liaison between the company and external legal consultants.
• Assist in framing internal policies to ensure adherence to legal and statutory requirements.
• Keep updated with changes in corporate, employment, and property-related laws to proactively assess their impact on the organization.
• Prepare regular reports for management summarizing legal risks, case status, and compliance & Experience
• Masters in Law (LL.M) will be an added advantage.
• 8 to 10 years of combined experience in legal practice and corporate/industry roles.
• Strong expertise in company-related legal matters and corporate law.
• Exposure to employment law, labor compliance, and property-related legal issues preferred.
• Proven experience in managing litigation, arbitration, and regulatory matters.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and legal advisory skills.
• Strong stakeholder management abilities and capacity to work Skills
• Legal Expertise: Corporate law, contract law, arbitration, compliance management.
• Drafting & Negotiation: High proficiency in drafting legal documents and negotiating terms.
• Litigation Management: Ability to monitor and coordinate effectively with external counsel.
• Advisory & Compliance: Strong knowledge of legal compliance frameworks.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication (oral & written), analytical thinking, problem-solving, attention to detail, and decision-making ability