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.
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.

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

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
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
- Solid experience in dealing with various Government agencies
- Experience in building high-performance teams

Proven expertise in litigation management, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance

📌 Legal Service Manager (Mumbai)
🏢 FyneHand
📍 Mumbai