Vice President - Legal

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

He/she will be responsible for:

To ensure the Company is operating as per the defined policies and guidelines given by the Group and within the boundaries of the Indian Legal system and relevant Act as may be applicable to the Company.
To work closely with the business teams, understanding their legal needs and managing the same – deal negotiations, contract drafting, all E-commerce related contracts, contract law and other areas of law, rights management.
To work closely with Corporate Affairs to work with the government on regulations & legislation that is relevant to the business.
To lead the team of lawyers both internal and external and give the direction for implementing and managing the process for provision of Legal services to the Company and all the business verticals in the Organisation.
Should be able to stay abreast of rapidly-changing legal, industry, regulatory and technological landscapes and skill in presenting complex issues to laypersons.
Would need to interact with cross-functional stakeholders.
Review and provide Legal inputs/advice on contracts/ engagements/ agreements etc.
Provide guidance to business departments to ensure that the Legal Risks are considered before any engagements.
Provide legal protection and risk management advice to management especially on contract management.
Provide and interpret legal information, conduct training and disseminate appropriate legal requirements to team and the Company.
Review and advise management on Legal implications of internal policies and procedures.
Ensure all contracts, agreements and internal policies are in compliance with all statutory and Company Policies. Provide guidance to business departments with regards to Statutory/ Regulatory compliances.
Liaise with consultants/ lawyers for Company’s legal work.

Experience 15 – 19yrs

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS

Law Degree with 15+ years of corporate experience. Mainly dealing with broad range of Corporate and Commercial issues.
Ability to develop and execute Legal strategy for a business that is experiencing aggressive growth.
Must have absolute understanding of the regulatory framework for E-commerce or relevant businesses operating in India.
Should have sound knowledge of contract and intellectual property laws, negotiation skills, diplomacy, strategic thinking, and the ability to prioritize efforts, balancing local needs with global policy and resource considerations.
Must have excellent interpersonal, writing, contract drafting and analytical skills.
Should be able to lead the operations legal support and provide leadership to the legal team.
To provide contracting and legal support for new initiatives and special projects.
To minimize risk and proactively protecting the company’s interest and assets.
Support all enabling functions such as HR, IT, Marketing, Sales and Finance on various legal issues.

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