Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Legal Officer to manage the organisation’s legal matters, documentation, contracts, compliance, and legal risk, while providing timely legal guidance to management and various departments.

Key Responsibilities

- Handle legal matters, notices, agreements, contracts, and documentation of the organisation.
- Draft, review, and negotiate agreements, MoUs, vendor contracts, service agreements, leases, and other legal documents.
- Provide legal advice and guidance to management and departments on operational matters.
- Ensure statutory and regulatory compliance applicable to the organisation.
- Coordinate with external advocates, legal consultants, government authorities, and regulatory bodies.
- Manage and monitor litigation, disputes, legal notices, and court-related matters.
- Conduct legal research and advise management on relevant laws, regulations, and legal risks.
- Review organisational policies and processes from a legal and compliance perspective.
- Maintain proper records of legal documents, cases, agreements, licences, registrations, and statutory records.
- Identify potential legal risks and recommend appropriate preventive and corrective actions.
- Support property, employment, vendor, procurement, and other administrative legal matters as required.




- Prepare legal reports, status updates, and compliance reports for management.

Required Skills

Legal Drafting | Contract Review | Litigation Management | Legal Compliance | Legal Research | Risk Assessment | Negotiation | Documentation | Regulatory Coordination | Communication

Qualifications & Experience

- LL.B. / LL.M. from a recognised institution.
- 5+ years of relevant legal experience in corporate, NGO, trust, non-profit, or similar organisations.
- Experience in contract drafting, legal compliance, litigation coordination, and handling legal notices.
- Strong knowledge of applicable Indian laws and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, documentation, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to handle confidential matters with professionalism and integrity.
- Willingness to travel when required.

Location

Chennai

Employment Type

Full-time

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Perks:

- Health insurance
- Leave encashment
- Provident Fund

Application Question(s):

- Do you personally identify with the Christian faith and feel comfortable working in a Christian ministry environment?

Work Location: In person

📌 Legal Officer (Tamil Nadu)
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📍 Tamil Nadu