Senior Legal Associate
Oculusit · Gurugram · onsite · Posted 59d ago
Undisclosed5–7 yrsfulltimeSourced from
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About this role
Position Title
Senior Legal Associate
Location
Gurugram
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Legal Associate with approximately 7 years of experience in corporate legal affairs. The ideal candidate should possess strong knowledge of Indian corporate laws, regulatory compliance requirements, and extensive experience in drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing client and vendor contracts. The role requires partnering closely with business, finance, HR, procurement, and leadership teams to mitigate legal risks while enabling business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate Legal & Compliance
- Provide legal advice and support on matters related to Indian corporate laws and regulations.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, statutory requirements, and corporate governance standards.
- Support company secretarial activities and coordinate with external legal counsel when required.
- Monitor legal and regulatory developments and advise management on potential impacts.
- Assist in managing legal risks and implementing compliance frameworks across the organization.
Contract Management
- Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide range of commercial agreements, including:
- Client agreements
- Master Service Agreements (MSAs)
- Statements of Work (SOWs)
- Vendor and supplier agreements
- Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
- Partnership and alliance agreements
- Consultancy and professional services agreements
- Employment-related agreements
- Identify legal, commercial, and operational risks in contracts and recommend appropriate mitigations.
- Maintain contract repositories and ensure proper version control and execution processes.
- Support contract lifecycle management from initiation through renewal and termination.
Legal Advisory & Risk Management
- Provide practical legal guidance to internal stakeholders on business transactions and operational matters.
- Review business proposals and commercial arrangements from a legal and compliance perspective.
- Assist in dispute resolution, claim management, and litigation support when required.
- Coordinate with external counsels on legal opinions, litigation matters, and specialized legal issues.
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Partner with Procurement, Sales, Finance, HR, and Operations teams to facilitate contract execution and compliance.
- Conduct legal awareness sessions and training for internal teams.
- Support due diligence exercises for strategic partnerships, investments, and corporate transactions.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in Law (LL.B.) from a recognized university.
- Enrollment with the Bar Council of India preferred.
- Additional qualifications in Corporate Law, Compliance, or Contract Management will be an advantage.
Experience
- 7+ years of post-qualification experience in corporate legal functions.
- Experience in handling commercial contracts, vendor agreements, and client-facing contracts.
- Prior experience in IT Services, Technology, Consulting, Professional Services, or Corporate organizations preferred.
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong understanding of Indian corporate laws, contract law, labor laws, and commercial regulations.
- Proven expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, and risk assessment.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract management tools.
Key Competencies
- Contract Negotiation
- Legal Drafting
- Corporate Governance
- Compliance Management
- Risk Assessment
- Stakeholder Management
- Attention to Detail
- Business Acumen
- Communication & Influencing Skills
Preferred Industry Experience
- Information Technology (IT)
- IT Enabled Services (ITES)
- Consulting
- Professional Services
- Technology Startups
- Corporate Shared Services
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Skills
Compliance ManagementContract lawContract Lifecycle Managementcommercial contractsCorporate Governancecontract negotiationbar councilCompany SecretarialCommunication SkillsContract Draftingcompliancecontract management