Head - Legal - Non-Litigation - BFSI

Role Overview :

As the Head of Legal (Non-Litigation), you will serve as the primary legal architect for the organization, steering the company through complex regulatory landscapes and commercial negotiations. You will work closely with the C-suite, business unit heads, and external consultants to ensure that all corporate activities are legally sound, risk-mitigated, and aligned with long-term strategic objectives.

By providing proactive legal counsel and robust contract management, you will directly influence the companys ability to scale operations, secure high-value partnerships, and maintain impeccable corporate governance standards in a competitive market.

Key Responsibilities :

- Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements to protect the companys interests while facilitating seamless business operations.

- Advise senior leadership on regulatory compliance and corporate governance matters to ensure the organization remains ahead of evolving legal frameworks.

- Oversee end-to-end legal due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and strategic investments to minimize financial and operational exposure.

- Manage intellectual property portfolios and data privacy initiatives to safeguard the companys intangible assets and customer trust.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into legally enforceable structures that support sustainable growth.

Required Skillset :

- Demonstrate deep expertise in corporate law, contract management, and regulatory compliance, with a proven ability to simplify complex legal issues for non-legal stakeholders.

- Exhibit exceptional negotiation and interpersonal skills, allowing you to influence senior stakeholders and build consensus during high-stakes commercial discussions.

- Possess a strong academic background with a degree from a premier law school, reflecting a high standard of analytical rigor and professional excellence.

- Adapt seamlessly to a fast-paced, on-site work environment in Mumbai, maintaining high productivity while managing multiple high-priority projects simultaneously.

- Communicate with clarity and precision, ensuring that legal advice is both actionable and strategically aligned with the companys broader business goals.