Job Description

Job Title: Team Lead - Legal (Contract Lifecycle Management)

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Location: Mohali, Punjab
Experience Required: 5-7 years total, with minimum 2 years in a team leadership role
Department: Legal
Reporting To: Manager - Legal / Head - Legal Operations

Job Summary:

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We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Team Lead with strong experience in Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) to manage and oversee a team of legal professionals. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of contract processes, excellent people management skills, and the ability to drive performance, accuracy, and compliance in all contract-related tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

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Team Leadership & Supervision: Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of legal associates working on contract drafting, review, abstraction, and negotiation. Monitor team performance, set KPIs, and ensure timely delivery of assignments with high quality. Provide training and continuous feedback to team members to improve productivity and legal acumen. Act as the first point of escalation for internal and external stakeholders. Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM): Oversee end-to-end lifecycle of commercial contracts including drafting, redlining, reviewing, negotiation support, execution, renewal, and termination. Ensure adherence to client-specific guidelines, internal SLAs, and legal best practices. Support the implementation and use of CLM tools or platforms such as Icertis, Docusign, Ironclad, Linksquare etc. Stakeholder Coordination: Liaise with internal departments and external clients for smooth contract execution. Participate in client calls, provide updates, and help in resolving contract-related queries or issues. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for automation, template development, and process enhancement within the CLM function. Ensure up-to-date documentation and SOPs for the team. Risk Management & Compliance: Identify legal and business risks in contracts and propose appropriate mitigation strategies. Ensure all contract practices align with applicable laws, company policies, and client requirements.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

LLB or equivalent law degree from a reputed institution. 5-7 years of legal experience, with a minimum of 2 years in a team leadership role. Strong experience in Contract Lifecycle Management - especially in commercial, procurement, SaaS, NDA, MSA, SOW, and similar contracts. Hands-on experience with CLM tools (e.g., Icertis, Docusign, Link Square etc.) preferred. Excellent communication, drafting, negotiation, and legal research skills. Proficient in MS Office Suite; knowledge of legal tech platforms is a plus. Ability to manage deadlines and multitask in a fast-paced legal environment.

What's in it for you:

Opportunity to manage a large, dynamic team in a reputable LPO firm. Exposure to diverse legal processes and international contract management. Competitive salary package with growth prospects in a leadership role.

Chance to work closely with senior leadership and influence business outcomes.