Job Description

We are looking for a Assistant Legal Manager to support eCommerce, Institutional Business (IB) and Modern Trade (MT) team in India.

The role would involve partnering a dynamic business and giving advice to the teams on aspects like e-Commerce Regulations, Data Privacy, FDI Regulations, Legal Metrology and FSSAI Regulations and other day -to day business queries, relationships with customers, identifying the legal risks and helping our business to navigate those risks.

The role is based out of HUL Branch Office in Navi Mumbai and Kolkata Regional Office.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Being the Lead advisor for the India business on issues related to e-Commerce, Modern Trade, Distribution in the context of FMCG business.

Advise the company on a wide range of legal issues related to technology and the internet, including intellectual property, data privacy, e-commerce, and online contract formation and enforcement.

Draft, review, and negotiate bespoke and complex technology-related agreements, such as software licenses, service agreements, and technology procurement agreements with key Companies like Reliance, Amazon, Nykaa etc.

Provide guidance on data privacy laws, including GDPR and CCPA, and assist in developing and implementing privacy policies and procedures.

Work with cross-functional teams, including product, engineering, IT, marketing and business development, to support the company\'s strategic initiatives and advise on potential legal risks and liabilities.

Stay up-to-date on the latest developments in technology law and advise the company on the impact of new laws and regulations.

Provide training and guidance to the company on legal compliance and risk management related to technology and the internet.

Leading the Brand Protection Agenda/IPR for MT and eCom. Working closely with external agencies and IT tools.

Being a proactive business partner by keeping up with changes in Tech Laws, eCommerce Regulations & Policy, Competition law, Investigations/litigations filed against eCom players, Consumer Protection, Legal Metrology etc.

Supporting strategic projects on D2C models, alternate business models, Omni and ePharmacy models, and market development projects;

Providing training to the business in relation to any of the above matters, including focus areas like Competition Law, Privacy laws, eCom amendments and impact on business.

COMPETENCIES:

The ideal candidate should have experience and interest in the following areas:

PQE of 4-7 years

At least 2-3 years of experience practicing technology law in a law firm or corporate legal department.

Strong understanding of intellectual property law, data privacy law, and e-commerce law.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively advise and negotiate on behalf of the company.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Familiarity with technology and the internet, as well as a passion for staying up-to-date on the latest developments in the field.

Having keen interest in end to end implication of various regulations and compliances.

Confidence to lead meetings independently.

We offer a competitive salary as well as opportunities for growth and advancement within the company. If you are a highly motivated and qualified Technology Lawyer, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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