Job Description

Position:

Head - Legal & Contracts / General Counsel

Location:

Pune

Industry:

Infrastructure (Roads, Highways, Railways, HAM, Irrigation, Housing Projects)

Experience:

15-20+ years in legal, contracts, and dispute resolution (EPC/Infrastructure sector preferred)

Reporting To:

Managing Director / CEO

About the Client



Our client is a reputed infrastructure company delivering complex and high-value EPC and HAM projects across India. With a diversified project portfolio and expanding operations, they are seeking a strategic and experienced

Head - Legal & Contracts

to lead legal governance, contract management, risk mitigation, and dispute resolution.

Key Responsibilities



Legal & Regulatory



Oversee all legal affairs, compliance, and regulatory issues across the organization Advise senior management on legal risks, statutory obligations, and corporate governance Ensure adherence to applicable laws (Companies Act, Contract Act, Arbitration Act, etc.)

Contract Management



Lead end-to-end review, drafting, negotiation, and finalization of contracts (EPC, PPP, HAM, subcontracts, JV agreements, vendor contracts) Define and implement contract risk mitigation strategies and frameworks Manage change orders, claims, and variations in line with contract terms

Dispute Resolution & Arbitration



Handle arbitration, litigation, and pre-dispute negotiations Liaise with external legal counsel, arbitrators, and internal stakeholders Ensure effective representation and enforcement of claims and awards

Compliance & Governance



Ensure all statutory filings, approvals, and licenses are updated and compliant Monitor company-wide adherence to legal and contractual obligations Develop and maintain legal policies, SOPs, and internal controls

Team Leadership



Lead and mentor legal officers, contract managers, and compliance professionals Establish KPIs and governance standards for legal & contracts function

Candidate Profile



LLB/LLM from a reputed institution; CS qualification is an added advantage 15-20+ years of legal & contracts experience (preferably in infrastructure, construction, or engineering sector) Strong knowledge of contract laws, arbitration, compliance, and risk management Understanding of government contracts, PPP frameworks, and FIDIC terms Proven ability to manage high-value disputes and regulatory matters Excellent leadership, negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹90,000.00 - ₹120,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD4298581
  • 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