About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and business-oriented Legal Counsel to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide end-to-end legal support across the organization, ensuring legal compliance, minimizing business risks, and supporting strategic decision-making.

This role requires expertise in corporate, commercial, employment, real estate, data privacy, and regulatory laws, along with robust drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Key Responsibilities

1. Commercial & Corporate Agreements

Draft, review, negotiate, and execute a wide range of commercial agreements, including:

- Letter of Intent (LOI) for lease transactions
- Commercial lease agreements
- Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between investors and the company
- Vendor and supplier agreements
- Service agreements
- Loan agreements
- Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and Confidentiality Agreements
- Travel trade agreements with partners such as BookMyShow, District, and other business partners

2. Corporate Structuring & Governance

- Draft and manage Shareholder Agreements (SHA) and Share Subscription Agreements (SSA)
- Prepare Board Resolutions and Minutes of Meetings
- Coordinate with the Company Secretary on statutory filings and corporate compliance
- Ensure compliance with applicable corporate governance requirements

3. Labour & Employment Law

- Develop and update labour law-compliant HR policies
- Draft and review employment contracts and employee agreements
- Advise HR and leadership on employment-related legal matters
- Ensure compliance with applicable labour and employment laws

4. Real Estate & Land Due Diligence

- Conduct legal due diligence for properties identified for new centres
- Verify title documents and ownership records
- Review regulatory approvals and statutory clearances
- Identify and mitigate lease-related legal risks

5. Industry-Specific Compliance

- Ensure compliance with all applicable Central, State, and Local laws




- Monitor legal requirements relevant to Family Entertainment Centres (FEC)
- Advise business teams on operational and regulatory compliance

6. Legal Notices & Dispute Management

Prepare, review, and respond to:

- Customer complaints and legal notices
- Vendor disputes
- Employee-related legal matters
- Third-party claims
- Regulatory notices

Coordinate with external legal counsel whenever required.

7. Data Privacy & Website Compliance

Draft, review, and maintain:

- Privacy Policies
- Data Protection Policies
- Cookie Policies
- Website Terms of Use
- Refund and Cancellation Policies
- Membership Terms & Conditions
- Waivers and Consent Forms
- Safety Signages and Operational Notices for business centres

8. Cross-Functional Legal Support

Partner closely with

- Finance
- Human Resources
- Business Development
- Operations
- Technology
- External Legal Advisors
- Auditors
- Landlords
- Regulatory Authorities

Provide practical legal advice to support business initiatives while effectively managing legal risks.

9. Compliance & Risk Management

- Monitor changes in corporate, commercial, labour, consumer protection, company, privacy, and other applicable laws
- Assess legal risks associated with business operations
- Ensure legal compliance across all operating locations
- Recommend proactive measures to minimize legal exposure

Qualifications

- Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B.) is mandatory
- Master's Degree in Law (LL.M.) is preferred
- 5–10 years of experience in Corporate, Commercial, or In-house Legal roles
- Enrolment with the Bar Council is preferred

Preferred Experience

Experience in one or more of the following industries will be an added advantage:

- Startups
- Hospitality
- Retail
- Family Entertainment Centres (FEC)
- Real Estate
- Multi-location businesses

Pay: ₹600,000.00 - ₹900,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
- Work from home

Work Location: In person

📌 Legal Manager (Richmond Town)
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