Company Description Brainware University, located in the green environs of Barasat, West Bengal, is a leading private technical university committed to quality, industry-relevant education and holistic development. The university hosts over 13,000 students and 900 staff members, fostering a supportive, ragging-free campus and a culture of continuous learning. Employees are supported through health insurance, performance-based bonuses, and financial assistance for participation in national and international conferences.
Brainware offers specialized programs in Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Management, Multimedia, and more, and maintains a solid 98% placement record with leading recruiters such as Amazon, Adobe India, and TCS. Recognized by bodies including Times Business, ABP Ananda, ASSOCHAM, and ranked top among technical private universities in West Bengal by IIRF, the institution values long-term employee engagement and work-life balance.
Position: Law Officer / Legal Officer
Department: Legal & Compliance Department
Location: Brainware University, Barasat, Kolkata, West Bengal
Experience Required: Minimum 5–6 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in a University, College, or Higher Educational Institution.
Minimum Educational Qualification
- Graduate Degree in Law (LL.B.) from a recognized University.
- Candidates having an LL.M. degree will be preferred but it is not mandatory.
Experience
- Minimum 5–6 years of relevant work experience in the legal field, preferably in the academic or higher education sector.
- Experience in handling university-related legal matters, regulatory compliance, statutory documentation, and liaison with government and regulatory authorities will be an added advantage.
Job Responsibilities
A. Legal Advisory & Consultation
- Provide legal advice and guidance to the University Management, Registrar, Heads of Departments, and other administrative authorities.
- Interpret and advise on applicable laws, rules, regulations, notifications, and statutory requirements relevant to higher education.
- Advise the University on legal implications of administrative and academic decisions.
B.
Regulatory & Statutory Compliance
- Ensure compliance with applicable UGC Regulations, State Government rules, University Acts, Statutes, Ordinances, and other regulatory requirements.
- Assist in maintaining compliance with applicable guidelines of statutory and regulatory bodies, including UGC, AICTE, BCI, NCTE, and other professional councils, wherever applicable.
- Monitor amendments, notifications, and regulatory developments affecting the University.
C. Legal Documentation & Agreements
- Draft, review, vet, and finalize MoUs, agreements, contracts, undertakings, notices, affidavits, legal declarations, and other official documents.
- Examine service agreements, vendor contracts, consultancy agreements, and institutional collaborations from a legal perspective.
- Ensure that all legal documents adequately safeguard the interests of the University.
D. Litigation & Court Matters
- Coordinate with external advocates and legal consultants in connection with court cases, legal notices, and litigation matters.
- Prepare and maintain records of pending legal cases, notices, petitions, and other legal proceedings.
- Assist in preparing replies, affidavits, written statements, and supporting documents.
- Monitor the progress of legal cases before courts, tribunals, and other judicial or quasi-judicial authorities.
E. Academic & Administrative Legal Matters
- Handle legal matters relating to student grievances, disciplinary proceedings, examination-related disputes, admission issues, and academic administration.
- Provide legal support in matters concerning faculty and non-teaching employees, including service conditions, disciplinary proceedings, and employment-related disputes.
- Assist in resolving disputes involving students, parents, employees, and other stakeholders.
F.
Liaison & Coordination
- Coordinate with UGC, State Government departments, regulatory authorities, statutory bodies, courts, and other relevant institutions on legal and compliance-related matters.
- Liaise with external legal counsel, advocates, and consultants.
- Represent the University in official legal and regulatory communications, as authorized by the competent authority.
G. Legal Records & Reporting
- Maintain proper records of legal documents, agreements, notices, litigation files, and compliance reports.
- Prepare periodic reports on legal matters and regulatory compliance for submission to the University Management.
- Ensure confidentiality and secure custody of all sensitive legal records.
4. Essential Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of Indian legal provisions and regulatory frameworks relating to higher education.
- Excellent drafting, documentation, and legal research skills.
- Knowledge of UGC regulations and university administration.
- Good communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle multiple legal assignments independently.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Proficiency in MS Office and legal research tools.
5. Key Performance Expectations
- Timely resolution and effective management of legal matters.
- Ensuring institutional compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Accuracy and quality of legal documentation and agreements.
- Effective coordination with external advocates and regulatory authorities.
- Proactive identification and mitigation of potential legal risks.
6. General Requirements
- The candidate should demonstrate professional integrity, confidentiality, accountability, and a high degree of responsibility.
- Should be capable of working independently as well as coordinating with different academic and administrative departments.
- Should have a professional approach towards safeguarding the legal and institutional interests of Brainware University.
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