FyneHand has been mandated to hire for a Head – Legal for a leading pharmaceutical company The job location is Mumbai and the candidate should be open to travelling as and when required.

Role overview: The Head – Legal will lead the legal function for the organization responsible for all the legal entities that are outside of USA and Europe and also focus on compliance across plant operations, managing litigations, overseeing contracts, and maintaining regulatory compliance including but not limited to labor and drug laws (excluding SEBI LODR), as applicable from time to time. This role will also include driving people development initiatives within the legal team.

Key responsibilities:

Legal Compliance:

- Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to plant operations, including environmental, safety, and manufacturing regulations
- Manage compliance under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act and other pharmaceutical industry-specific regulations
- Ensure adherence to labor laws, including but not limited to the Factories Act, Industrial Disputes Act, and other applicable labor legislation
- Data protection and other equivalent regulations
- Compliance related to SEBI LODR is excluded from the purview of this role

Litigation Management:

- Strategize, oversee, and manage all litigation matters, including contractual disputes, labor disputes, and regulatory challenges
- Represent the organization in legal proceedings or liaise with external counsels as required
- Maintain a database of litigation status and advise management on timely risk mitigation strategies

Contracts Management:

- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts related to mergers and acquisitions,



in-licensing of products and/or technology, out-licensing of products and/or technology, purchase of materials/equipment/assets, sale of materials/products/assets, vendor agreements, and service providers
- Develop and implement standard templates and procedures to streamline contract management including tracking of compliances under such contracts
- Ensure compliance of contractual obligations by all parties involved

Regulatory Compliance:

- Stay updated on amendments in laws and regulations affecting the pharmaceutical industry and ensure timely implementation; more related with Indian FDA
- Work closely with internal teams to ensure compliance with all applicable drug, environmental, and industrial laws

People Development:

- Lead and develop a high-performing legal team by mentoring, coaching, and providing training opportunities
- Identify skill gaps and implement development plans to build expertise in key areas such as litigation, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning within the legal team

Stakeholder Management:

- Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and cross-functional teams on legal risks and compliance matters
- Work closely with Business Development,



Business Teams and M&A; team on transactions related to M&A; including in-licensing, out-licensing and divestments
- Collaborate with HR, manufacturing, and other departments to ensure seamless compliance with labor and industry laws

Qualification & Work Experience:

- Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) is mandatory. A master’s degree (LLM) is preferred
- 15+ years of legal experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role, preferably in the pharmaceutical or manufacturing sector
- In-depth knowledge of labor laws, plant and environmental compliance, and pharmaceutical regulations in India
- Strong experience in dealing with various Government agencies
- Experience in building high-performance teams

Skills:

- Proven expertise in litigation management, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance
- Strong leadership and team development skills
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Identifying business opportunities and provide appropriate proposals
- Find different solutions & action plan to overcome the challenges and ach. the objectives

Location: Mumbai

Client details will be shared with shortlisted candidates only.

If this opportunity aligns with your leadership journey, we would be happy to connect.

To apply, please send your profile to [email protected] or [email protected]. For a confidential discussion or any queries regarding the chance, please reach out via [email protected]

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📌 Head of Legal (Mumbai)
🏢 FyneHand
📍 Mumbai