Role Overview
We are looking for a Legal Manager - Contracts who will lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of commercial agreements across the organisation and manage coordination with external legal counsel.
The role will work closely with business, procurement, partnerships, logistics, finance, and leadership teams to ensure contracts are structured efficiently while protecting Agrim’s legal and commercial interests.
Key Responsibilities
Contract Drafting & Negotiation
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements including Supplier and distribution agreements, Logistics and transportation contracts, Vendor/service provider agreements, NDAs and data-sharing agreements, Partnership and collaboration agreements
Ensure contracts adequately address risk allocation, liability, indemnities, and compliance requirements.
Support business teams during negotiation with counterparties.
Contract Lifecycle Management
Standardise contract templates across the organisation.
Build and maintain internal contract playbooks and negotiation guidelines.
Track contract approvals, execution, and renewals.
Business Advisory
Work closely with business teams to structure commercial arrangements from a legal and risk perspective.
Identify potential legal risks in proposed partnerships or commercial arrangements and recommend mitigation strategies.
External Counsel Coordination
Coordinate with external law firms for Complex contract negotiations, Regulatory advice and Dispute related matters
Manage legal partner deliverables, timelines, and quality.
Regulatory & Compliance Support
Provide support on regulatory matters related to the agri-input sector, logistics, and marketplace operations.
Assist in responding to notices or regulatory queries where required.
Candidate Profile
Experience
3–5 years of relevant experience in corporate advisory/commercial contracts
Law firm or in-house experience preferably at growth stage companies
Education
LLB from a recognised university
Skills
Robust contract drafting and negotiation capability
Ability to translate legal risks into business decisions
Solid stakeholder management skills
Attention to detail with commercial thinking
What We’re Looking For
Someone Who Can
Act as a business partner, not just a legal reviewer
Move quickly while maintaining legal discipline
Build scalable contract processes as Agrim grows
📌 Legal Manager Contracts Gurugram (India)
🏢 AGRIM
📍 India