Senior Manager - Legal Contracts - LLB/LLM (10-15 yrs)

Location: Mangalore.

Qualifications: LLB / LLM.

Purpose of the role:

- Manage corporate contracts (drafting, coordination, negotiations and execution of contracts to safeguard and advance the company's legal interests).

- Work with senior stakeholders and external partners and driving of legal strategies aligned with business goals.

Experience:

- At least 10 years of relevant experience in contract management, corporate compliance, and legal advisory roles.

- Prior experience in a leadership role within the legal function of a large organization is preferred.

- Advanced knowledge of contract law, corporate law, and regulatory compliance.

- Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex legal issues.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Management and Execution:

- Lead and manage the end-to-end process of reviewing, vetting, drafting, and negotiating contracts across various business divisions.

- Negotiating contract terms with third parties to achieve mutually beneficial agreements.

- Provide strategic legal advice on complex agreements such as service agreements, technology agreements, privacy policies, lease deeds, employment agreements etc.

Corporate Compliance and Governance:

- Ensure that the company's legal framework adheres to regulatory and compliance requirements.

- Drive compliance audits and implement corrective measures in collaboration with internal stakeholders.

Litigation and Arbitration:

- Support litigation and arbitration matters by coordinating with external legal counsel and internal stakeholders on a need basis.