Kaleesuwari Refinery - Legal Manager/Senior Legal Counsel - LLB/LLM

Role Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Property and Real Estate Law:
• Review, draft, and negotiate lease agreements, sale deeds, MoUs, title documents, and other real estate documents.
• Conduct legal due diligence of properties, verify titles, encumbrances, and land-use permissions.
• Handle land acquisition, lease renewals, property tax, and registration processes.
• Liaise with external counsels, landowners, and government authorities on property-related matters.
• Corporate Law & Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with the Companies Act, FEMA, SEBI regulations, and other corporate governance standards.
• Draft and vet board resolutions, shareholders' agreements, joint ventures, and other corporate documents.
• Advise on mergers, acquisitions, business restructuring, and regulatory filings.
• Assist in secretarial functions in coordination with the Company Secretary.
• Civil & Contractual Matters:
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, vendor agreements, NDAs, service agreements, etc.
• Manage and respond to legal notices, represent the company in civil disputes.
• Support arbitration and litigation processes and maintain litigation records.
• Coordinate with external legal counsels for court representations.
• Trademarks & Intellectual Property:
• Manage trademark registrations, renewals, and enforcement of brand IP rights.
• Handle infringements and oppositions related to trademarks and copyrights.
• Maintain and update the company's IP portfolio in coordination with IP consultants.
• Risk Management & Advisory:
• Provide legal opinions and risk mitigation strategies to internal stakeholders.
• Support audits, investigations, and internal compliance programs.
• Train internal teams on legal and regulatory changes affecting business operations.
  

Key Skills And Qualifications

• LLB / LLM from a reputed law school.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in corporate legal functions, preferably in the manufacturing/FMCG/real estate sector.
• Strong understanding of Indian laws including property, corporate, civil, and IP laws.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and drafting skills.
• Proven experience in managing external counsels and handling litigation.
• High level of integrity, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.