Job Title: Associate - Legal

Location: Hyderabad

Job Type: Full time

Experience: 2-4 years of relevant experience

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Associate - Legal to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in drafting, negotiating, and managing legal agreements and contracts, along with strong compliance and documentation skills. As an Associate - Legal, you will be responsible for supporting the organization in various legal matters, including contract management, policies, and ensuring adherence to legal requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Drafting & Negotiation:

- Draft, review, and negotiate various types of agreements such as leases, Leave and License agreements, Service Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), and other commercial contracts.
- Negotiate contract terms with external parties, ensuring favorable terms for the company.
- Contract Management:
- Maintain and manage a repository of contracts, ensuring all agreements are properly executed and stored.
- Track and monitor contractual obligations, deadlines, and milestones to ensure compliance with agreed terms.
- Redlining & Commenting:
- Provide detailed comments and redlines on incoming contracts and agreements, ensuring that legal and business requirements are met.
- Compliance & Documentation:
- Ensure the company's contracts and agreements comply with all relevant laws and internal policies.
- Draft and maintain internal policies, ensuring they are up to date and in line with legal standards and best practices.
- Liaising & Communication:
- Liaise with internal stakeholders (HR, Finance, Operations, etc.)



to ensure smooth contract execution and to resolve any legal issues.
- Communicate with external parties such as landlords, service providers, and clients to negotiate terms and resolve disputes.
- Legal Research:
- Conduct legal research on matters related to contract law, compliance, and other legal topics as required.
- Other Duties:
- Provide general legal support as required by the organization.
- Assist in managing disputes, litigations, and other legal proceedings, if necessary.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

Educational Qualification:

- A law degree (LLB) from a recognized university. Additional qualifications in corporate/commercial law are preferred.
- Experience:
- 2-4 years of relevant experience in a corporate legal environment, focusing on contract management, drafting, and negotiation.
- Previous experience in commercial contracts, leases, NDAs, service agreements, and compliance is highly desirable.
- Skills:
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Proficiency in redlining contracts and offering constructive legal comments.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Knowledge of compliance and documentation procedures.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Pay: ₹400,000.00 - ₹700,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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