Legal Jobs – 17th August, 2021

Associate / Senior Associate Attorney – Contracts Management,Mindcrest, Pune(PQE- 3-6 Years)

Eligibility

• Experience: Experience in practice area preferred. Experience 3 to 6 years
• Education: Law degree required

Skills required-

• Key competencies for Delivery: Strong process adherence, (includes process orientation and exceptional attention to detail), client management skills, legal knowledge (e.g., relevant knowledge to practice area) required
• Contracts Management and Compliance- knowledge of fundamentals of contract, familiarity with contract abstraction tools, Contracts Red lining, negotiation data management and data extraction skills, writing and research skills, summarizing and paraphrasing skills
• Litigation and Investigations -ability to search and process information, proficiency in various document review tools, data management and data extraction skills, fundamental knowledge of concepts such as privilege and other coding categories
• Legal Analytics – experience in writing and editing legal content, strong writing skills; reading, understanding and summarizing complex legal opinions, statues, administrative opinions, etc., ability to manage large amounts of data, an analytical mind that helps the associate do quality work on all sub-processes, flexibility in working on any of the tools or spreadsheets as required

How to apply:

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Legal advisor (Project Finance),alfanar Construction, Gurugram (PQE-  5-8 Years)

Alfanar is currently developing one of the biggest multi-utility Projects in Saudi Arabia. Alfanar intends to recruit a Contract Specialist who is a qualified lawyer having experience in infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

The Candidate will primarily be responsible for structuring, negotiating, and documenting financing documents related to the above project.  This is a diverse role that will include:

• Be responsible for all legal matters related to debt, general lending, and borrowing, various types of security creation, finance involving bonds, debentures etc.
• Be responsible for drafting, reviewing, finalizing documents related to financing, project finance, and re-financing
• Due diligence review and preparing issues memos about the risks in project documents (such as construction contracts, equipment supplies agreements, operation and maintenance agreements, and offtake agreements)
• Appoint and coordinate with borrower/lender legal counsels
• Set up process and procedures for finance documentation
• Liaison with lawyers of banks and financial institutions for deal closure and disbursements
• Be responsible to ensure the proper documentation of all finance documentation
• Single-point of responsibility for any finance related query from lenders/investors
•  Be responsible for the securitization process
• Shall be ready to work for projects in LATAM and Europe

Eligibilty:

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor/master’s degree in law 

Minimum Experience: Minimum 5-8 Years of proven experience with graduate-level work emphasizing in banking and financing and shall have experience in working with a law firm or an infrastructure company. 

How to apply:

Interested candidates can apply here.

Senior Manager – Legal,PepsiCo,Gurgaon

Job Profile:

Main purpose of this role is to provide complete legal support to business in India Region. The role encompasses legal support to plants, driving compliance, supporting the HR, Agro, global procurement, supply chain and sales marketing functions, drafting of agreements, handling civil and criminal litigation.

Responsibilities

• To provide legal support to the sales function in terms of distributor and CFA appointments and terminations, criminal complaints, recovery matters etc.
• To provide legal support to plants to ensure statutory compliance and timely advise for ensuring uninterrupted operations
• To provide legal support to business in timely execution of transaction agreements keeping in view protection of business interest and assets.
• To handle litigation – both civil and criminal.
• To keep abreast with the legal and regulatory regime affecting the business and updating stakeholders in a timely manner

Eligibilty

• Degree in Law
• Good communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good knowledge of food and consumer laws
• Good knowledge of Environmental laws, Factories Act, Labour Laws
• Good drafting skills.
• Good litigation knowledge and skills
• Excellent network both with internal and external stakeholders.

How to apply:

Interested candidates can apply here.

Sr. Manager/ Associate Director-Legal,SugarBox,Mumbai(PQE- 7-11 Years)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Advise the leadership team on various business issues including business of the Company, intellectual property, privacy, content regulation, consumer protection, antitrust/competition laws, litigation, employment, advertising laws and regulations, as well as law enforcement and other related issues
• Draft, vet and finalize various contracts and agreements; standardize all legal documents and templates for doing business. As a business we sign NDAs and agreements with customers, intermediaries, suppliers, vendors and other third parties including with local Indian businesses, MNCs, government agencies and others
• Recommend alternatives wherever regulatory bottlenecks develop and provide functional expertise
• Registration and maintaining database of trademarks, copyrights, & patents (Filed, in process and to be Filed)
• Establish a robust enterprise risk management mechanism in the company; analytically assess the potentially risk areas; balance legal and contractual issues with business risk; and recommend ways of mitigating or managing them
• Prepare and discuss a monthly Risk Assessment Dashboard with the Leadership team
• Draft, review and negotiate corporate actions’ transactions documents (Fund Raise, Mergers & Acquisitions) including NDAs, term sheets, SSAs, SPAs, SHAs and other investment agreements
• Coordinate, supervise and review the legal due diligence process
• Engage and manage outside legal counsel for litigation matters
•  Prepare monthly and quarterly reports for the legal function review

Qualification

• Be a law graduate from a premium Law School or reputed university in India
• Have 7-11 years of professional experience in the industry, preferably in the startup eco-system
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent record management abilities.
• Demonstrate entrepreneurial mindset – flexible, self-starting, solution oriented and hard-working
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and understanding of all Commercial Laws, such as Contract Act, Companies Act, IPR Laws, Information Technology Laws, Data Protection Law, Stamp and Registration Acts, and a basic understanding of regulatory framework around Techno-Commercial industries

How to Apply:

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Legal Associate, KS Legal & Associates,Mumbai( PQE- 2-4 Years)

Qualification

• Must have experience in Litigation role.
• Proven ability in successful handling of litigation matters before NCLT, NCLAT & HC, SEBI, Arbitration etc.
• Must have experience in handling Corporate Litigation matters.
• Demonstrated acumen in strategizing litigation matters
• Should have Expert Knowledge of CPC, Arbitration, and Conciliation Act, Commercial Law.
• Must have experience in initiating/ defending/ managing litigation, with a keen aim at solving cases.
• Excellent Communication and verbal skills and should have practiced in Mumbai courts.

How to Apply:

You can email your resume at info@kslegal.co.in

Legal Head,Slice,Bangalore ( PQE- 5-7 Years)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Matters related to business laws, laws related to NBFCs, legal advice relating to RBI requirements and general operations of the company
• Draft / review all contracts and agreements related to fund-raising activities such as debt, structured debt and equity
• Drafting / vetting of legal contracts (client engagements, MSAs, NDAs, MOUs, general contracts, employment contracts, etc.)
• Assume complete responsibility of all commercial and non-commercial communication with customers
• Work closely with the collections team to provide desired legal support for the resolution of delinquent portfolios and escalations
• Keep updated on various regulations applicable to the Company and implement required changes by coordinating with various internal and external stakeholders
• Should be able to effectively participate in new business process roll-outs and should identify, rationalize and mitigate the legal & contractual risks involved
• Handle all legal queries and legal communication with various stakeholders
• To keep track of the compliances / obligations arising out of various contracts and shall maintain such systems or processes in place to ensure the proper updating and compliance of all such ongoing obligations.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage and execute numerous projects simultaneously.  

Qualification

• Bachelor in Law/Masters in Law from a recognized university
• Overall 5-7 years of experience and specifically, 2-3 years of experience working in a Non-Banking Financial Institution or a Legal Advisory Firm having advised any fin-tech or financial institutions is a must
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
• Strong analytical and communication skills 
• Established network of professional relationships within the financial services space
• Comprehensive understanding of NBFC/FinTech business 
• Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously with excellent attention to detail  

How to Apply:

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Team Lead – Legal Support,State Street,Hyderabad

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Drafts Board meeting materials (such as memoranda and resolutions) and prepares and distributes Board packages to board members and other interested individuals prior to Board meetings.
• Prepares filings with the SEC (including annual updates to Registration Statements on Form N-1A, supplements, Form N-CSR, Form N-PX, Fidelity Bonds, etc.).
• Maps and updates data on ProNavigator.
• Maintains and adheres to corporate filings calendars and recurring board agendas.
• Coordinates with clients, outside counsel, financial printers, State Street Financial Administration and other fund service providers with respect to fund issues.
• Works with the close supervision of a paralegal manager or a senior attorney in the delivery of legal administration services to clients.
• Prepares and maintains files.
• Performs additional administrative duties such as scanning documents and preparing mailings, as required.

Qualification

• Has strong English language skills (written and verbal)
• Demonstrates a high level of integrity and professionalism.
• Has strong or developing written and oral communication skills.
• Works collegially with and is respectful of other department members and internal Bank partners.
• Possesses strong time management and organizational skills.
• Possesses a keen attention to detail.
• Can handle multiple tasks and multiple priorities for a limited number of clients.
• Establishes close working relationships with and provides high-quality service to clients.
• Exercises good judgment regarding when to ask questions and raise issues with more senior staff.
• Demonstrates independent follow through on issues and tasks.
• Capable of producing high-quality routine work with close supervision.
• Effectively communicates the status of projects to appropriate persons in a timely manner.
• Communicates effectively with teams in remote locations.

How to Apply:

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Legal Counsel,Tech Mahindra,Noida

Qualification

Qualified Legal professionals with knowledge of contract & commercial laws and having hands-on experience in handling following areas:-

1. Review of international contracts (IT/ITeS);
2. Drafting, review & negotiation of procurement contracts & amendments;
3. Drafting of novation, assignment and employee transition agreements.

How to Apply:

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Legal Officer,Invicta eSolutions Private Limited,South Goa ( PQE – 2+ Years)

Roles and Responsibilities:We are looking for a Regulatory & Compliance Officer who will primarily ensure the company complies with regulatory requirements and policies.

You will be responsible to:

• To keep up to date with, and understand, relevant laws and regulations (Europe).
• Investigate irregularities and non-compliance issues.
• Highlight or escalate areas of concerns.
• Assess company operations to determine compliance risk
• Review and update policies
• Prepare and file required documents Experience
• Experience:
• Has worked in a regulatory team previously.
• 2+ years of experience as a Regulatory & Compliance Officer or in a similar position.
• Good analytical and strategic thinking skills..

Qualification

• Strong knowledge of legal requirements and procedures.
• Highly analytical with attention to detail.
• Good communication skills both written and oral (mainly English).
• Fresher’s who have completed L.L.B can apply
• Bachelor’s degree in law, finance, business management or a related field.

How to Apply:

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Legal Counsel,HERE Technologies,Mumbai (PQE – 3+ Years)

About HERE

HERE Technologies is a location data and technology platform company. We empower our customers to achieve better outcomes – from helping a city manage its infrastructure or a business optimize its assets to guiding drivers to their destination safely.

About the job

HERE is looking for an enthusiastic lawyer to join our team in Mumbai. As Legal Counsel, you will be a central point of contact for legal support for HERE’s business operations, focused on strategic, solution-oriented practical advice. You will be a member of the APAC Legal Team, reporting to the Senior Legal Counsel, and a member of the broader Global Legal Team, which is comprised of highly qualified and experienced lawyers located around the world.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate various types of inbound/outbound commercial technology contracts (including NDAs, evaluation agreements, licensing agreements, master services agreements, data acquisition agreements).
• Work independently with internal clients, supporting end-to-end negotiations and execution of contracts.
• Provide legal advice, risk assessment and counsel internal stakeholders within the company on commercial contracts in a fast-paced environment.
• Work closely with and support colleagues in the APAC and Global Legal Teams on a variety of matters.
• Conduct training on legal processes.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of intellectual property and contracting concepts.
• A positive and solutions-orientated attitude with the ability to provide practical advice in a changing work environment.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to manage several simultaneous projects within required deadlines.Ability to work well independently as well as in a cross-functional team and build rapport and trust with internal clients and external suppliers and customers.
• Willing to travel as and when required.
• A keen interest in technology, mapping, and location services.
• Some flexibility in work hours to accommodate time zones around the world.
• Ability to work independently and pride at being a part of a well working team.
• A positive outlook and good references from past work colleagues speaking to ability to work well with peers 

Eligibility:

• A minimum of 4+ years of relevant legal experience.
• Qualified LLB or LLM with strong academic credentials from a top law school in India or abroad.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates can apply here.