Job Description

Job Title: Senior Legal Counsel / Senior Legal Manager / Head - Legal (Corporate)

Location

: HSR SECTOR 2 [

Hustle Hub ]

Department

: Legal & Compliance

Reports To

: General Counsel / Head of Legal / CFO / CEO

Employment Type

: Full-time

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced

Senior Legal Professional

to oversee and manage the corporate legal affairs of the company. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring legal compliance, managing risk, negotiating contracts, and supporting strategic initiatives across business units.

Key Responsibilities:

Corporate & Commercial Law

Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements including joint ventures, partnerships, vendor/supplier contracts, NDAs, MoUs, licensing agreements, etc. Advise management on corporate governance matters, company secretarial functions, and board compliance. Manage corporate structuring, mergers & acquisitions, investments, and due diligence activities.

Regulatory Compliance

Ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations (e.g., Companies Act, SEBI, FEMA, labor laws, etc.). Liaise with external regulatory bodies and ensure timely filings and disclosures. Support internal audits and implement effective compliance controls.

Dispute Resolution & Litigation

Handle pre-litigation strategy, arbitration, and coordinate with external counsel on ongoing legal proceedings. Provide legal risk assessments and suggest resolution strategies for commercial disputes.

Legal Risk Management

Identify potential legal risks and propose mitigation strategies. Establish and implement legal policies, procedures, and standards for the company.

Stakeholder Management

Provide strategic legal advice to senior leadership and business teams. Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, HR, Operations, and Compliance teams.

Qualifications:

Education

: LL.B / LL.M from a reputed law school or university.

Experience

: 3-15 years of relevant experience in a corporate legal role (preferably with a mix of law firm and in-house experience). Strong understanding of corporate, commercial, contract, and regulatory law. Experience in handling complex transactions, litigation, and compliance programs.

Key Skills & Competencies:

Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. High ethical standards and integrity. Business acumen and strategic thinking.
Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement Provident Fund
Work Location: In person