Assistant Manager – Legal & Compliance
Location - CST, Mumbai
CTC - 7-15 lpa

About Caresmith

Caresmith is a fast-growing D2C personal care appliances brand focused on upgrading everyday health routines across oral care, grooming, recovery, and relaxation. With a solid presence across Amazon, Flipkart, and its own website, The company operates a fully integrated, in-house model covering sourcing, imports, assembly, and distribution.

Role Overview

This role is responsible for end-to-end ownership of legal and compliance across the organization. You will act as a business enabler and risk controller, ensuring that all functions operate within regulatory frameworks while supporting growth.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance Ownership
Own and manage a centralized compliance tracker across all functions
Ensure adherence to:
Legal Metrology (packaging, labeling, website, cartons)
HR compliances (Shops & Establishment, PF, ESIC, PT, POSH)
Secretarial compliances (MCA filings, board-related requirements)
GST and taxation regulations
Marketing and advertising compliance (Meta, Amazon, website claims)
Insurance and statutory registrations
Conduct regular compliance audits, identify gaps, and drive complete closure
Proactively highlight risk areas and non-compliance issues to leadership
IP & Brand Protection
Lead trademark filings, renewals, oppositions, and enforcement action
Monitor and act against IP infringements across marketplaces and digital platforms
Develop and strengthen long-term IP strategy aligned with brand growth





Customs & Import Compliance
Oversee compliance under the Customs Act for all imports
Ensure:
Correct HSN classification
Accurate and complete documentation
Smooth customs clearance processes
Track and drive resolution of ongoing legal/customs cases
Stay updated with regulatory changes, certifications, and notifications
Risk Mitigation
Identify legal and regulatory risks across operations
Design and implement preventive frameworks, SOPs, and controls
Partner with internal teams to minimize exposure

Legal Contracts & Advisory
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with vendors, suppliers, and partners
Provide timely legal advice (within defined TATs) to internal stakeholders
Ensure company interests are fully protected in all agreements

Networks & Technology
Build and manage a network of external legal experts and consultants
Validate external opinions and ensure cost-effective engagement
Implement legal tech/tools to improve tracking and efficiency

Key Requirements
LLB/LLM
4–7 years of experience in legal & compliance roles
Strong exposure to D2C, e-commerce, imports, or manufacturing setups
Ability to independently drive ownership and work cross-functionally

Success Indicators
Zero compliance breaches and strong audit readiness
Complete visibility and closure of compliance gaps
Effective IP protection and enforcement actions
Strong legal advisory with quick turnaround
Smooth handling of customs and regulatory matters

📌 Manager - Legal & Compliance (Mumbai)
🏢 Caresmith India
📍 Mumbai