Legal Head - Manufacturing (18-25 yrs)

Our client is a listed Indian transnational company located in Pune, seeks legal head for at the group level.

The incumbent shall be responsible for ensuring company's activities comply with relevant laws and regulations, mitigate legal risks, and provide strategic legal advice to senior management and promoters.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate law, contract negotiation, litigation management, family litigations and regulatory compliance within the manufacturing industry.

Following is the list of responsibilities :

- Legal Compliance: Ensure that the company complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines related to manufacturing operations in India, including labor laws, environmental regulations, corporate governance.

- Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including supplier contracts, distribution agreements, licensing agreements, and employment contracts , aligning with the company's objectives and mitigate legal risks.

- Litigation Management: Manage all legal disputes, litigation, and claims involving the company. Work closely with external legal counsel to develop strategies for dispute resolution, settlement negotiations, and litigation defense.

- Intellectual Property Protection: Develop and implement strategies to protect the company's intellectual property rights, including trademarks, patents, and trade secrets. Monitor for potential infringement and take appropriate legal action when necessary.

- Regulatory Affairs: Stay updated on changes in regulatory requirements affecting the manufacturing industry in India. Advise senior management on compliance strategies and potential regulatory risks.

- Corporate Governance: Ensure compliance with corporate governance standards and best practices. Oversee the preparation of board resolutions, corporate filings, and other legal documents required for corporate governance purposes.

- Risk Management: Identify and assess legal risks associated with business activities and propose risk mitigation strategies. Provide guidance to management on risk management practices and policies.

- Legal Advice and Training: Provide proactive legal advice and guidance to senior management and other departments within the organization. Conduct training sessions to educate employees on legal issues relevant to their roles.

- Legal Family matters: Handling and coordinating the family matters in legal court.