Legal Manager - Bangalore/Surat (Bengaluru)

Legal Manager - Bangalore/Surat (Bengaluru)

10 Nov
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Navcore Consulting
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Bengaluru

10 Nov

Navcore Consulting

Bengaluru

Job Title: Legal Manager

Company: Whitelane Holdings Limited
Department: Legal
Experience: 5–10 Years
Reporting To: CFO / Management
Job Type: Full-Time

About Whitelane Holdings Limited

Whitelane Holdings Limited operates across the entertainment, leisure, hospitality, and food & beverage industries. Our business portfolio includes family entertainment centres, adventure experiences, social gaming and entertainment destinations, sports facilities, and kitchen equipment trading.

With operations and business interests across India and the UAE, and expansion plans in the USA and Saudi Arabia, Whitelane Group is focused on delivering exceptional customer experiences while maintaining operational excellence and sustainable business practices.

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced and commercially oriented Legal Manager to oversee the company's legal affairs, provide end-to-end legal support, and ensure compliance across its diverse business operations.

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in corporate and commercial law, contract drafting and negotiation, employment law, real estate transactions, regulatory compliance, and data privacy.

This role requires a proactive legal professional who can independently manage legal matters, minimise business risks, support strategic decisions, and work closely with senior management and cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Corporate & Commercial Legal Matters

- Draft, review, negotiate, and finalise commercial agreements, including:
- Letters of Intent (LOIs) and commercial lease agreements.
- Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs).
- Investor agreements and stakeholder arrangements.
- Vendor, supplier, and service agreements.
- Loan agreements, NDAs, and confidentiality agreements.
- Travel trade and business partnership agreements, including platforms such as BookMyShow and District.
- Ensure contractual terms protect the company's commercial and legal interests.

2. Corporate Governance & Structuring

- Draft and manage corporate documents, including Shareholders' Agreements (SHA), Share Subscription Agreements (SSA), board resolutions, and meeting minutes.
- Coordinate with the Company Secretary on statutory filings and corporate compliance.




- Support corporate structuring and governance-related matters.

3. Labour & Employment Law

- Develop and review HR policies in accordance with applicable labour laws.
- Draft and review employment contracts and employee-related agreements.
- Advise HR and management on employment law, labour compliance, and workplace-related legal matters.

4. Real Estate & Legal Due Diligence

- Conduct legal due diligence for properties identified for current business centres and expansion.
- Review property titles, ownership documents, and regulatory approvals.
- Evaluate lease agreements, identify potential legal risks, and recommend mitigation measures.
- Support property-related negotiations and documentation.

5. Regulatory & Industry-Specific Compliance

- Ensure business operations comply with applicable central, state, and local laws.
- Monitor municipal regulations and statutory requirements relevant to Family Entertainment Centres (FECs), hospitality, and other business operations.
- Advise management on regulatory obligations across operating locations.

6. Legal Notices, Disputes & Representation

- Draft, issue, review, and respond to legal notices and claims involving customers, vendors, employees, and third parties.
- Handle contractual disputes and employee-related legal matters.
- Coordinate with external legal counsel and represent the company's interests where required.

7. Data Privacy, Website & Business Policies

- Draft and maintain data protection policies, cookie policies, and website terms of use.
- Review and update refund, cancellation, and membership policies.
- Prepare customer waivers, service agreements, safety instructions, operational notices, and precautionary signage for business centres.

8. Cross-Functional Legal Support

- Work closely with Finance, HR, Business Development, Operations, and Technology teams.




- Provide timely legal advice to support business decisions and operational requirements.
- Coordinate with external legal advisors, auditors, landlords, and regulatory authorities.

9. Legal Risk Management & Compliance Monitoring

- Monitor changes in corporate, commercial, employment, consumer protection, privacy, and other applicable laws.
- Identify potential legal and regulatory risks and recommend practical solutions.
- Maintain legal compliance across all business locations and operating entities.

Required Qualifications & Experience

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law (LLB/LLM).
- 5–10 years of relevant experience in corporate, commercial, or in-house legal roles.
- Strong knowledge and practical experience in:
- Corporate and commercial contract drafting.
- Employment and labour laws.
- Real estate transactions and commercial leasing.
- Shareholder and investor agreements.
- Corporate governance and statutory compliance.
- Data protection, privacy, and website regulations.
- Experience in startups, hospitality, retail, entertainment, FECs, or multi-location businesses will be an added advantage.

Key Skills & Competencies

- Excellent legal drafting, documentation, and communication skills.
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Sound understanding of commercial and business operations.
- Ability to independently manage multiple legal matters and deadlines.
- Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
- Practical, solution-oriented approach with sound business judgment.
- Ability to work effectively with senior management and cross-functional teams.

Why Join Whitelane Holdings Limited?

- Opportunity to work with a growing, diversified business group.
- Exposure to multiple industries and complex commercial transactions.
- Direct interaction with senior management and business leadership.
- Opportunity to contribute to business expansion and strategic initiatives across multiple markets.

Pay: ₹1,000,000.00 - ₹1,500,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

- Which city do you live in?
- What is your current CTC?
- What is your notice period?

Education:

- Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

- legal: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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