Job Description

The position of Legal Counsel at a leading engineering company in Kolkata requires expertise in legal advisory, compliance, and contract management.

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts and legal documents, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and internal standards.
• Provide legal advice to support business operations, including guidance on corporate governance, employment laws, and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor and interpret changes in laws and regulations, advising stakeholders on their implications for the organization.
• Support entity-level compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory obligations, including filings, disclosures, and policy implementation.
• Assist in the localization and rollout of global policies and processes to ensure alignment with Indian legal requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (HR, Finance, Procurement, Admin, etc.) to address legal queries and operational challenges.
• Identify legal risks and recommend practical, business-oriented solutions to mitigate exposure.
• Provide legal and compliance training to internal teams to promote awareness and adherence to key obligations.
• Coordinate with external counsel on dispute resolution, litigation, and regulatory matters as needed.
• Engage with government and regulatory authorities for approvals, filings, and legal clarifications.

Only candidates based out of Kolkata or willing to relocate applyOnly candidates with minimum of 8 years of experience apply
Reporting to the Head of Legal and CFO, the ideal candidate should have:

• A degree in law with at least 8 years of PQE.
• Experience in the manufacturing sector is preferred.
• Proficiency in handling legal disputes and regulatory matters.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Our client is a leading engineering services organization and is centralised hub delivering engineering, procurement, and project support with a worldwide footprint.

• An opportunity to work with global teams
• Competitive Salary

Skills Required