Pune IN-MH Position Type Full Time Requisition ID 12316 Level of Education Bachelors degree Years of Experience 7 to 10 Years About Exela Exela is a business process automation BPA leader leveraging a global footprint and proprietary technology to provide digital transformation solutions enhancing quality productivity and end-user experience With decades of expertise operating mission-critical processes Exela serves a growing roster of more than 4 000 customers throughout 50 countries including over 60 of the Fortune 100 With foundational technologies spanning information management workflow automation and integrated communications Exela s software and services include multi-industry department solution suites addressing finance accounting human capital management and legal management as well as industry-specific solutions for banking healthcare insurance and public sectors - Through cloud-enabled platforms built on a configurable stack of automation modules and 17 500 employees operating in 23 countries Exela rapidly deploys integrated technology and operations as an end-to-end digital journey partner You will oversee all aspects of corporate governance and board administration ensuring that the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements maintains accurate corporate records and facilitates effective communication between the board of directors senior management and stakeholders You will oversee the full contract lifecycle from initiation to completion ensuring that all agreements are well-drafted compliant and aligned with the organization s business objectives You will collaborate with internal stakeholders across legal finance procurement and sales teams globally while also working closely with external vendors clients and US-based partners Drive strategic initiatives to align corporate policies with organizational goals and industry best practices This role requires profound legal knowledge particularly with respect to US laws and regulations as well as the ability to communicate effectively with cross-border stakeholders Excellent communication skills and deep understanding of US legal frameworks are essential for this position Key Responsibilities 1 US Corporate Governance o Organize and document Board and Committee meetings agendas minutes resolutions o Maintain corporate records charters bylaws and governance documents o Ensure compliance with U S corporate laws and regulatory filings o Manage formation maintenance and dissolution of subsidiaries and legal entities o Support shareholder communications and annual meeting logistics o Monitor governance best practices and advise leadership accordingly 2 Contract Development Review o Draft review and negotiate contracts ensuring clarity accuracy and compliance with US legal standards organizational policies and risk management frameworks o Work closely with US-based legal counsels to address any legal concerns and ensure contractual terms align with company policies and regulatory requirements in the US territory 3 Stakeholder Collaboration o Collaborate with cross-functional teams Legal Finance Sales Procurement etc and US counterparts to ensure contracts align with the organization s goals o Maintain communication with external vendors clients and partners in the US to negotiate terms resolve disputes and build strong professional relationships 4 Risk Management o Identify and assess potential risks in contracts offering risk mitigation strategies to protect the organization s interests o Stay updated on US legal and regulatory changes to ensure compliance with evolving standards particularly within the US territory 5 Contractual Negotiations o Lead negotiations with US clients vendors and partners to finalize mutually beneficial agreements o Advocate for the organization s interests while ensuring positive and team-oriented relationships with stakeholders 6 Continuous Improvement o Evaluate and improve the efficiency of contract management processes implementing best practices from the US legal domain o Leverage industry insights to implement process improvements ensuring a high standard of contract management across borders Qualifications Certified Company Secretary Bachelor s Degree in Law or a related field advanced degrees or certifications in contract management are a plus 6-10 years of proven experience in contract management with a specific focus on US contracts legal frameworks and compliance Additional Requirements This role requires working during US Hours to align with US business Candidates must be comfortable with this schedule to ensure effective support for the US business legal team Disclaimer Exela is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equality opportunity employer Qualified applicants will considered for employment without regard to their race color creed religion national origin ancestry citizenship status age disability gender sex marital status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression veteran status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws Exela recruiters or representatives will only contact you from emails ending with exelaonline com exelatech com lexicode com rustconsulting com or ersgroup com We would never ask you for payment or ask you to deposit a check into your personal bank account during the recruitment process