At least 2-4 years of post- qualification legal experience with a strong preference for considerable experience as in -house counsel, preferably for the Indian subsidiary of a multinational company or Indian multinational.

Considerable experience in drafting, review and negotiation of client/third party contracts

Understand the firm’s risk management policies and processes and have the ability to assess risk in line with the same.

Ability to work independently and pragmatically and be accountable for delivery of high quality work.

Ability to multi-task, be detail oriented, meet deadlines and handle high pressure situations.

Ability to exercise judgement regarding confidential and sensitive information

Ability to collaborate with others in fast paced environment and willingness to work towards business friendly solutions

Experience in working with teams in other countries and time zones

Role & Responsibilities 

▪ Drafting, review and negotiation of client/third party contracts.

▪ Liaising with internal stakeholders, business teams, senior management in a timely manner to close complex contractual issues.

▪ Gain deep understanding of contractual/legal concepts and provide clarifications on legal concerns to senior management and business teams.

▪ Work under tight deadlines, within the legal and risk framework of the firm to provide quick solutions to ensure smooth closure of contracts/agreements.

▪ Negotiate with clients/third parties on contractual matters. To escalate critical matters internally, assess risk in engagements undertaken by the firm and seek support to close contracts in a timebound manner.

▪ Understand Firm policies, framework and SOP applicable to the role. Update SOP, train junior team members, and support in simplifying processes, automation and innovation within the team.

▪ Gain a broad understanding of the firm’s risk management policies.

▪ Be an excellent professional and have integrity in all your dealings

▪ Accuracy while performing the various task so as not to expose the Firm to undue risk

▪ Always acting in accordance with legal / regulatory / and internal risk procedures, remaining independent and objective at all times

THE INDIVIDUAL 

▪ Proficiency in working with Microsoft Office tools

▪ Familiarity with legal and other productive technology tools will be an added advantage.

▪ Strong executive presence, excellent communication and relationship development skills

▪ Ability to work in a fast paced, demanding, deadline-driven environment

▪ Ability to manage multiple projects at one time

▪ Self-motivated and ability to work autonomously

▪ Good written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills

▪ Keen sense of responsibility, solid professional standards, excellent track record of dependability

▪ 2-4 Years of relevant experience