Senior Manager - Legal

Senior Manager - Legal

Job Brief

We are looking for a highly qualified Legal Manager to oversee the contractual legal aspects of our business. You will safeguard our reputation by guaranteeing that the company strictly follows law guidelines and give legal advice to business about all relevant issues. The successful candidate will effectively ensure legal conformity and minimize probability of risk exposure.

Job Description

• Drafting, vetting and negotiating various cross-border Agreements, Contracts and other documents including service agreements, sub-contracts, RFP(s), Non-Disclosure agreements with clients /vendors /partners.
• Ability to analyse legal implications of various issues and advising various internal stakeholders.
• Coordinating with various internal stakeholders and advising the business teams on the contracting/compliance.
• Collaborate within the legal team to share knowledge, improve efficiency and continuously increase the added value of the legal function for the business.
• Strong legal and business acumen.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and coordinate complex issues with diverse levels of management and employees.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in law (BA.LLB) or equivalent degree from a leading university and/or law school.
• Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience as an in-house counsel handling contract review, drafting and negotiation.
• Extensive experience in commercial contracting within the US and UK sectors
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven background on corporate law (contract law, bankruptcy, intellectual property rights, licensing laws)
• Experience managing people and developing high performing lawyers and legal professionals
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a dynamic & fast-paced environment

Location

Mumbai/ Bangalore/Pune (Preferred)

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 350,000 associates around the world.
• We don t just dream of a better way - we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant is one of the worlds leading professional services companies, transforming clients business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information.

Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.