Senior Legal Manager

SENIOR MANAGER - LEGAL (M2)

Job Purpose:

To lead and manage legal functions including contract management, litigation, compliance, and risk mitigation. The Senior Manager – Legal will provide strategic legal advice to internal stakeholders, ensure adherence to statutory obligations, and support business operations through sound legal counsel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and tender documents.
• Provide legal advice on tender documentation and business transactions.
• Prepare legal documents including notices, replies, plaints, written statements, affidavits, and writ petitions.
• Handle both litigation and non-litigation matters across civil, criminal, commercial, and labor law domains.
• Advise management on legal implications of internal policies and procedures.
• Ensure contracts and internal policies comply with statutory and legal requirements.
• Collaborate with departments to identify and mitigate legal risks.
• Provide legal protection and risk management strategies, especially in contract management.
• Monitor compliance with statutory obligations and advise management accordingly.
• Support business activities by preparing, reviewing, and modifying contractual instruments.
• Lead negotiations and ensure timely submission of legal documentation.
• Make operational decisions related to legal safety and security matters.

Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognized university.
• Master's degree in Law or related field is an added advantage.
• Must be an Advocate of the High Court.

Experience Requirements:

• 10-12 years of legal experience, including law firm and in-house counsel roles.
• Minimum 5-7 years in a senior legal role within a reputed organization.
• Proven expertise in contract negotiation, drafting, and litigation.
• Experience in intellectual property, licensing, and commercialization agreements.

Key Competencies & Personal Attributes:

• Strong legal analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Sound commercial acumen and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to manage complex legal issues across multiple domains.
• Mature, team-oriented, and highly organized.
• In-depth knowledge of civil, criminal, labor, and consumer laws.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to advise senior management.
• Demonstrated success in managing litigation and legal documentation.

Location – Delhi