Job Description

Job Title:

Senior Corporate Legal Counsel

Location:

Bangalore HSR SECTOR 2

Experience Required:

6 to 15 Years

Industry:

Corporate / Industrial / MNC / Conglomerate

Department:

Legal & Compliance

Reporting To:

Head of Legal / General Counsel/ CEO

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced

Senior Corporate Legal Counsel

to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate law, regulatory compliance, contract management, M&A, and legal advisory within corporate environments. This role demands strategic legal insight, sound judgment, and the ability to operate independently on complex legal matters affecting the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Corporate Governance:

Advise on board matters, shareholder agreements, and statutory compliance. Draft, review, and maintain company policies and resolutions.

Contract Management:

Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize a wide range of commercial contracts (NDAs, vendor contracts, service agreements, JV agreements, etc.). Monitor contractual obligations and ensure compliance.

Legal Advisory:

Provide legal support and strategic advice to senior management and business units. Proactively identify legal risks and propose mitigation strategies.

Mergers & Acquisitions:

Lead or support legal due diligence, structuring, documentation, and post-transaction compliance for M&A and joint ventures.

Regulatory Compliance:

Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations (Companies Act, SEBI, FEMA, etc.). Liaise with external counsels, regulators, and government bodies as required.

Dispute Resolution & Litigation:

Manage and coordinate litigation, arbitration, and legal notices. Collaborate with external legal advisors on ongoing legal matters.

Team Management:

Lead and mentor junior legal team members, if applicable. Coordinate cross-functional initiatives with HR, finance, and other departments.

Qualifications & Experience:

LL.B. or LL.M. from a reputed institution. 6-15 years of relevant legal experience in corporate legal departments or top law firms. Strong knowledge of Indian corporate, commercial, and regulatory laws. Experience in handling complex contract negotiations, M&A, and regulatory matters. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership capabilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Industries:

Hospitalities Work spaces Holidays Homes Real estate Industries Coperate Companys
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹500,000.00 - ₹1,200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement Health insurance Provident Fund
Work Location: In person