Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION - LEGAL ADVISOR

Designation: Legal Advisor / Legal Officer

Department: Legal & Compliance

Reporting To: Management / Head - Operations

Location: KARUR

ROLE PURPOSE To provide legal guidance, ensure regulatory compliance, manage legal risks, and protect the organization's interests through effective legal advisory and documentation support.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Legal Advisory & Compliance

Advise management on legal matters and risk exposure Ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations Interpret legal notifications, circulars, and statutory requirements
2. Documentation & Contract Management

Draft, review, and vet agreements, contracts, and legal documents Ensure documents are legally valid and enforceable Maintain proper documentation and legal records
3. Litigation & Case Handling

Handle legal notices, replies, and follow-ups Coordinate with external advocates and legal consultants Track and update management on ongoing legal cases
4. Recovery & Dispute Resolution

Support legal recovery and dispute resolution processes Guide operational teams on lawful recovery practices Assist in arbitration and settlement matters
5. Risk Management & Audit Support

Identify potential legal risks and suggest preventive measures Support internal, statutory, and regulatory audits Ensure closure of audit observations related to legal issues
6. Training & Legal Awareness

Conduct basic legal awareness sessions for employees Educate teams on legal compliance, ethics, and best practices
KEY DELIVERABLES

Timely legal opinions and documentation Zero major legal non-compliance Effective handling of notices and cases Strong legal audit outcomes
QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Law (LLB) - Mandatory Bar Council enrollment preferred
EXPERIENCE

0-5 years of relevant legal experience Experience in corporate, finance, NBFC, or banking sector or fresher preferred
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Strong knowledge of contract and corporate law Drafting and documentation skills Analytical and problem-solving ability Communication and coordination skills High ethical standards and confidentiality
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher

Pay: ?15,000.00 - ?20,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid sick time Provident Fund
Work Location: In person