IN-HOUSE OPPORTUNITY | SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL (COMMERCIAL) | CHENNAI

We are working with a fast-growing global technology and AI-driven organization to hire a Senior Legal Counsel (Commercial) for its Chennai office. This is a strategic role supporting global business operations across the UK, US and APAC, with significant exposure to complex cross-border commercial transactions.

Experience: 12–15 Years PQE

Location: Chennai

Key Responsibilities:
Draft, review and negotiate complex commercial agreements including MSAs, SOWs, SaaS/PaaS Agreements, DPAs, Licensing Agreements, Professional Services Agreements, NDAs, Vendor and Technology Agreements.
Partner closely with Sales, Product, Delivery, Procurement and other business teams on customer-facing transactions.
Advise on commercial risk, contract strategy, data privacy and IP-related matters.




Support cross-border legal matters and collaborate with global stakeholders across the UK, US and APAC.
Drive contract lifecycle management, legal operations and process improvements.

Ideal Candidate:
12–15 years of PQE with a mix of law firm and in-house experience (preferred).
Robust commercial contracting experience in Technology, AI, SaaS, Consulting or Professional Services.
Exposure to international contracts, particularly UK/US jurisdictions.
Robust commercial acumen, stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
Experience with CLM tools and legal process optimization is preferred.

If this aligns with your experience or you'd like to explore the chance, please reach out at [Confidential Information].

📌 Senior Legal Counsel Commercial Chennai
🏢 Vahura
📍 Chennai