What are we looking for
We are looking for a proactive and experienced Legal Counsel to provide comprehensive legal support across the John Cockerill Group, with a primary focus on sales projects. You will be instrumental in analyzing, drafting, and negotiating various contracts, identifying and mitigating risks, managing legal disputes, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. This role requires a sharp legal mind with robust negotiation skills and a commitment to ethical conduct.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analysis, elaboration, drafting, and/or negotiation of all types of contracts (sale, association, consortium, collaboration, license, commercial agency, purchase, JV, etc.) concluded by John Cockerill and its subsidiaries.
- Analysis of the T&Cs; (Terms & Conditions) issued by the client and identification of related risks, particularly on contractual and insurance aspects.
- Analysis of risks and constraints inherent in countries where contracts are executed, coordinating with the Tax Department (on permanent establishments, various taxes)



and HR Department (on local administrative procedures like work permits), engaging local experts when necessary.
- Search for solutions and development of recommendations to cover or reduce all identified risks, and if necessary, their implementation (e.g., specific structures and agreements).
- Management of legal conflicts and/or disputes , including supporting external law firms when required.
- Legal monitoring , ensuring that applicable regulations (including internal procedures) in the territory are known and respected by internal stakeholders, potentially by organizing and/or participating in training.
- Ensure that corporate group policies on contract essentials are implemented and negotiated. If impossible, work with the commitment committee and the group to find intelligent solutions.
- Ensure a business mindset while staying firm on legal principles. Be respectful of others and act as a role model for the g

📌 Legal Counsel (Mumbai)
🏢 John Cockerill
📍 Mumbai