Legal and E&C; Counsel Nutreco India

Legal & Compliance

Hyderabad

Full time

Why join us

Get ready to Own people impact as a Legal and E&C; Counsel at Nutreco. As a global leader in animal nutrition, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future is making a positive global impact for generations to come.

Join us in this business-facing role and Own your purpose, Own your success, and Own your impact, partnering closely with leaders to shape organisational capability, talent, and performance across the business.

Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future

Nutreco is part of the SHV family and committed to Feeding the Future through sustainable and innovative practices.

We operate through two global business lines: Skretting, a leading provider of advanced aquafeed solutions driving sustainable aquaculture, and Trouw Nutrition, a specialist in animal nutrition focused on improving livestock health and productivity. Headquartered in Amersfoort and active in more than 30 countries, Nutreco is supported by a diverse Legal and Ethics & Compliance (E&C;) team of around twenty professionals who manage our legal risks and the E&C; program and protect Nutreco’s reputation.

The Legal and E&C; team includes eight BU Lead Counsels who report to the Global Director Legal and E&C; and the Global Director Corporate Legal and M&A;, and a number Counsels located in different jurisdictions reporting into the BU Counsels. This position will report to the BU Lead Counsel Asia, who is based in Bangkok (Thailand).

This position is based in Hyderabad (India). As Legal and E&C; Counsel for our operating companies in India, you will manage the Legal risks and the E&C; program for Skretting India, Trouw Nutrition India and Eruvaka, and in coordination with the BU Counsel Asia be involved in investigations concerning these companies.

What you'll do

- Provide clear and timely legal and E&C; advice and support to our Indian entities.
- Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts with strong attention to risk management,



and contribute to the maintenance of the contract management system.
- Contribute to the development, monitoring and implementation of Legal and E&C; policies, procedures and templates.
- Deliver training on Legal and E&C; topics.
- Monitor compliance with E&C; policies.
- Manage outside counsel when necessary.
- Maintain structured reporting to the BU Asia Lead Counsel, demonstrating transparency and consistency in monitoring compliance with laws, regulations and Nutreco’s policies.
- Participate in the management team of the General Manager of the Indian companies (upon request).

Who we’re looking for

Qualifications

- Law degree from a reputable university.
- India licensed lawyer or equivalent.
- Minimum of 5 years’ post-qualified experience, ideally with a major law firm and/or within the legal or compliance function of a multinational company.
- Strong knowledge of contract law, competition law and corporate law. Knowledge of data protection or feed law is an advantage.
- Strong affinity with E&C;, with willingness to further develop expertise in this area. Experience as an E&C; Officer is an advantage.
- Good written and oral communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex matters clearly, concisely and persuasively to diverse stakeholders.
- In-depth knowledge of India’s evolving legal landscape, particularly in commercial law, cross-border transactions and data privacy.
- Fluent in English.

Expectations from Role

- Capacity to prioritise effectively, deliver consistently to deadlines and maintain accuracy under pressure.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks while respecting organisational frameworks and decision-making structures.
- Pragmatic,



results-oriented and adaptable to evolving business and regulatory demands.
- A strong ethical mindset.
- Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, international environment with diverse stakeholders is a plus.
- High level of professional integrity in handling sensitive business matters.
- Willingness to travel periodically in India, and occasionally to Thailand (Bangkok) or The Netherlands.

What you’ll receive

You will join a purpose-driven company where innovation, sustainability, and global impact go hand in hand. At Nutreco, you’ll contribute to meaningful work in a collaborative, diverse, and international environment with opportunities for personal development. We offer flexibility, competitive benefits, and a supportive culture where your ideas are valued and can truly make a difference.

In addition, you’ll receive:

Global Benefits

- A full-time position in an international, diverse, and dynamic environment.
- Be part of our sustainable mission with opportunities to grow within Nutreco, Skretting, Trouw Nutrition and the broader SHV group
- Embrace our culture of diversity and inclusion, where we respect and value everyone
- Professional growth opportunities within Nutreco and the broader SHV group with more than 52,000 employees

Local Perks

- Competitive remuneration package with a good pension scheme.
- Annual leaves based on the local law and company leaves
- We invest in the development of our people and providing challenging and rewarding career opportunities within our company or the SHV Group

How and why to find out more

We can offer you a rewarding career with real meaning and purpose. Where you’ll feel proud of the impactful role you perform every day and the part you play in Feeding the Future. So, if you’re interested in joining us, get ready to Own your progress, your potential and your career. We aim to review all applications within five business days and will get back to you as soon as possible.#Ownit

📌 Legal and E&C Counsel Nutreco India (Hyderabad)
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