Senior manager Legal

Role & responsibilities :

• Legal Advisory: Provide legal advice and support to internal stakeholders, including different business verticals, management, and senior leadership.
• Contract Drafting and management: Ensure that all drafted contracts are properly reviewed and are legally sound.
• Review and advise on contractual obligations, terms and potential risks.
• Assist in managing litigation matters, including working with external counsel when required.
• Provide legal counsel on dispute resolution strategies and help resolve any legal issues or conflicts that arise.
• Manage the ongoing arbitrations in tandem with the management. Represent the company in negotiations and settlement discussions to resolve legal disputes, if required.
• Handle or oversee minor litigation or claims, including managing correspondence and legal documentation.
• Ensure that legal memos, documents or reports are shared with internal stakeholders as and when required.
• Liaise with external law firms and legal consultants when necessary for specialized legal matters.
• Manage relationships with external legal partners and ensure that legal services are delivered efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Coordinate and oversee the work of external legal counsel on various legal matters, including litigation, arbitration amongst others.

Skills and Competencies :

• Strong knowledge of corporate law, contract law, litigations and arbitration procedures.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal solutions.

Desirable Attributes:

• Strong business acumen with an understanding of how legal decisions impact overall company strategy.
• Proactive and solutions-oriented approach to handling legal matters and minimizing risk.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines without compromising on the quality of work.