Sr. Executive - Legal, 6 to 11 years in Mumbai

Job Description

1. Contracts Management:

• Draft, review, and negotiate various types of contracts including vendor agreements, service agreements, marketing agreements, CSR agreements and other manufacturing sector agreements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Maintain and manage a comprehensive contracts database for easy retrieval and audit purposes.
• Review and draft agreements, Addendums, Extensions, Evidence affidavits, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), and other legal documents.
• Ensure all legal documents are accurate, complete, and comply with applicable laws and regulations.

1. Drafting and Review of Other Legal Documents:

• Review and draft replies to various legal notices relating FSSAI, Legal Metrology, MACT, Labour laws etc.
• Issue notices under Sec. 138 of The Negotiable Instruments Act, Recovery notices.

1. Intellectual Property Rights (IPR):

• Handle trademark oppositions and filings along with copyrights.
• Manage the companys IP portfolio, ensuring timely renewals and protection of IP rights.

1. Management Information System (MIS):

• Maintain and update MIS for all legal functions including contracts, IPR, and litigation.
• Prepare regular reports and summaries for senior management.

1. Implementation of CMS and LMS Tools:

• Lead the implementation and integration of Compliance Management Systems (CMS) and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Train and support staff on the use of these systems to ensure compliance and efficiency.

1. Litigation Management:

• Coordinate with external lawyers and manage litigation processes.
• Handle invoicing and billing related to litigation matters.
• Manage responses to FSSAI notices and other regulatory communications.

• LL.B. from a recognized university.
• 6-8 years of post-qualification experience in a legal role.
• Strong experience in contracts management and intellectual property rights.
• Proven experience in maintaining legal MIS.
• Experience with the implementation and use of CMS and LMS tools.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously with accuracy in work.
• Experience in the FMCG sector is a plus.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.