Assistant Legal Counsel Contracts And Commercial Laws

Year    MH, IN, India

Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented

Commercial Lawyer

with

3-5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE)

to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will specialize in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts as well as providing hand holding support to the business on Company law matters. You will play a critical role in managing legal risk while enabling business growth and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and corporate policies.

Main responsibilities:



Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts including: + Master Service Agreements (MSAs) + NDAs, SLAs, Distribution & Reseller Agreements
+ Licensing, Procurement, Vendor & Customer Contracts
Advise business stakeholders on legal and contractual risks in commercial deals. Support cross-functional teams (PnC, Sales, Procurement, IT, Finance) in structuring and closing transactions. Ensure contracts comply with company policies, risk frameworks, and applicable laws. Conduct contract lifecycle management Provide legal input on RFPs, tender documents, and partnership agreements. Assist with dispute resolution and pre-litigation contract issues. Keep abreast of changes in commercial and contract law, regulatory updates, and best practices in the Pharma Space Participate in developing standard templates, playbooks, and internal processes to streamline legal reviews.
About you



LLB (mandatory); LLM or specialized certification in Commercial Law is a plus. 3-5 years PQE with a law firm or in-house legal department of a reputed Company Strong understanding of commercial and contract law principles. Hands-on experience negotiating with international clients and vendors is preferred. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills. Ability to handle multiple contracts/projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines. Exposure to litigation and Intellectual property laws from a contracts perspective is a plus

Preferred Skills & Attributes



Familiarity with cross-border commercial transactions and international contracting standards. Proficient in legal tech tools and contract management systems (e.g., CLM platforms). Exposure to data privacy, IP licensing, or compliance issues is a plus. Strong business acumen and collaborative mindset. Attention to detail, critical thinking, and ability to work independently and collectively Driven, ethical and self-motivated

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3830242
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    MH, IN, India
  • Education
    Not mentioned
  • Experience
    Year