Job Description

Specialization:

LL.M. (Mandatory) Enrolment with State Bar Council (for practising lawyers)

Description:

We're Hiring | Legal Manager


Brainware University, Kolkata

About the University

Brainware University is a multidisciplinary private university in West Bengal, known for its strong focus on professional education, research, industry integration, and governance excellence. With a rapidly growing academic ecosystem, the University places high importance on regulatory compliance, institutional integrity, and legally sound decision-making.

Position:

Legal Manager

Experience Required:

Minimum 5-7 years (University/College Legal Officer or Practising Lawyer)

Role Overview

We are looking for a bright, senior legal professional who can independently handle the University's legal, regulatory, and compliance matters. The role demands maturity, clarity of thought, and the ability to work closely with senior management, regulatory bodies, and external counsel.

Minimum Requirements:

5-7 years of relevant experience as: Legal Officer / Legal Manager in a University or College OR Practising Advocate handling institutional, regulatory, or civil matters Prior exposure to higher-education regulations, contracts, litigation, or compliance will be a strong advantage

Responsibility:

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong command over English (drafting, interpretation, and communication) Sound knowledge of laws related to education, contracts, labour, regulatory compliance, and litigation management Ability to draft and vet agreements, notices, replies, affidavits, and policy documents Comfortable working with computers, digital documentation, email correspondence, and legal databases High professional integrity, discretion, and ability to handle sensitive matters independently

Departments:

LAW

Application Process:

Interested candidates may apply with their updated CV, mentioning "Legal Manager" in the subject line, including a cover letter and a CV, to hrd@brainwareuniversity.ac.in/ sumita.hr@brainwareuniversity.ac.in or you may call 8777287527/8826441799/033-69010542

Job Type:

Full Time

Essential Skills:

Strong command over English (drafting, interpretation, and communication) Sound knowledge of laws related to education, contracts, labour, regulatory compliance, and litigation management Ability to draft and vet agreements, notices, replies, affidavits, and policy documents Comfortable working with computers, digital documentation, email correspondence, and legal databases High professional integrity, discretion, and ability to handle sensitive matters independently

Salary :

As per university standards

Location :

Barasat, Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Eligibility and Experience :

5-7 years of relevant experience as: Legal Officer / Legal Manager in a University or College

Designation :

Legal Manager