Corporate Legal Associate

We are seeking a highly skilled Corporate Legal Associate to manage vendor relationships and draft, review, and negotiate legal agreements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in contract law, corporate legal compliance, and vendor risk management. This role ensures that all vendor agreements align with company policies, regulatory standards, and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize vendor agreements, including NDAs, SLAs, and other corporate services contracts.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in all vendor-related agreements.
• Conduct legal risk assessments and provide recommendations for mitigating contractual risks.
• Maintain and update a database of vendor agreements and legal documentation.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure seamless vendor onboarding and contract execution.
• Monitor and ensure adherence to contract terms, renewals, and terminations.
• Address and resolve vendor disputes in coordination with internal stakeholders.
• Stay updated with changes in corporate law, contract law, and vendor compliance regulations.
• Assist in developing and improving standard contract templates and legal policies.
• Provide legal training and guidance to internal teams on contract management best practices.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: LLB or LLM from a recognized institution.
• Experience: 2-5 years of experience in contract drafting, vendor management, or corporate legal compliance.
• Strong understanding of contract law, commercial agreements, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and legal analysis skills.
• Ability to manage multiple vendor contracts while ensuring legal accuracy and business alignment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and contract management software.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in corporate legal advisory roles within manufacturing, Food, or service industries.
• Knowledge of data privacy laws, and dispute resolution.
• Familiarity with vendor agreements and cross-border contract management.