Manager Corporate Legal Affairs

Role & responsibilities

• Handling IPO Process: Lead and manage legal aspects of the companys Initial Public Offering (IPO), including coordinating with external legal advisors, regulatory bodies, and financial institutions to ensure compliance with securities laws and regulations.
• Corporate Legal Cases: Provide legal counsel and representation in corporate legal disputes, including mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate governance issues, and intellectual property rights.
• Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate various corporate contracts, including commercial agreements, licensing agreements, partnership contracts, and vendor agreements, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance.
• Regulatory Compliance: Advise the company on legal risks related to business operations and ensure compliance with national and international laws, corporate governance, and industry-specific regulations.
• Internal Counsel: Provide legal guidance to senior management on business and strategic decisions, ensuring the companys interests are protected.
• Litigation Management: Oversee and manage litigation, coordinating with external counsel as necessary, and providing strategic direction on legal proceedings.
• Corporate Governance: Advise on corporate governance matters and ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and statutory requirements.
• Risk Management: Assist in identifying legal risks, managing legal disputes, and ensuring effective risk mitigation strategies for the company.

Preferred candidate profile

• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB). Additional qualifications such as LLM or specialized corporate law certifications are a plus.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in corporate law, with at least 3-4 years in managing IPOs and corporate legal cases.
• Proven experience in handling complex corporate transactions, including mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, and regulatory compliance matters.
• Experience in advising on securities law, corporate governance, and compliance with regulatory authorities.
• Skills & Competencies:
• IPO Expertise: Strong understanding of the IPO process, including legal compliance, due diligence, and coordination with financial institutions and regulatory bodies.
• Corporate Law Expertise: Proficient in handling corporate governance, contracts, M&A, and dispute resolution.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide clear, concise, and actionable legal advice.
• Contract Negotiation: Exceptional skills in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts to ensure favorable terms for the company.
• Legal Research: Strong research skills to keep up-to-date with changing laws, regulations, and market trends affecting the business.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
• Problem Solving: Strong ability to proactively identify legal risks and develop practical solutions to mitigate them.
• Leadership: Ability to lead and mentor a team, manage external counsel, and coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Attention to Detail: High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in legal documents and compliance with laws.

Preferred Competencies:

• Experience with international legal frameworks and cross-border transactions.
• Knowledge of intellectual property rights, especially concerning patents, trademarks, and copyrights.
• Experience working in a high-growth, fast-paced corporate environment.
• Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and confidentiality.

Perks and benefits