Corporate Lawyer
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Description
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Corporate Lawyer to manage the company's legal affairs, oversee commercial transactions, and protect the organization from legal and regulatory risks. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate law and will be responsible for various key functions within the organization.
Key Responsibilities include:
- **Contract Management**: Drafting, reviewing, analyzing, negotiating, and administering commercial agreements, service contracts, memoranda of understanding (MOUs), and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs).
- **Mergers, Acquisitions & Transactions**: Supporting corporate restructuring, joint ventures, partnerships, and M&A transactions, including due diligence and deal documentation.
- **Compliance & Governance**: Ensuring company operations comply with local and national corporate laws, tax laws, intellectual property rights, and regulatory frameworks.
- **Risk Management**: Identifying, anticipating, and mitigating legal risks across business units; developing and updating internal corporate policies.
- **Stakeholder Advisory**: Guiding executive leadership, management, and departments on day-to-day legal duties, employment/labor law matters, and strategic decisions.
- **Litigation & Dispute Support**: Coordinating with external counsel and representing/supporting the company in administrative proceedings or legal disputes.
Required Qualifications & Education:
- A Bachelor's degree in Law (LL.B., B.A. LL.B., or B.B.A. LL.B.) from a recognized university.
- Active registration and license to practice law with the relevant authority (e.g., enrolled with the Bar Council of India or local jurisdiction bar).
- Proven experience working in a corporate law firm or as an in-house legal counsel handling commercial contracts and advisory work.
Core Skills & Competencies:
- **Legal Expertise**: Deep understanding of corporate governance, contract law, regulatory compliance, and intellectual property.
- **Negotiation & Communication**: Strong drafting, verbal communication, and deal-negotiation abilities.
- **Analytical Thinking**: High attention to detail with sound judgment in high-pressure or complex situations.
- **Collaboration**: Ability to work cross-functionally with finance, human resources, corporate affairs, and external stakeholders.
If you meet these qualifications and are looking for a challenging role in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.