Assistant Manager (India)

Elevate; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 5,410,279 - 7,213,706; Full time

Job summary

A leading law company is seeking an Assistant Manager for its Contract team, focusing on supporting global client engagements through the preparation and negotiation of legal documentation. The successful candidate will review commercial contracts, draft legal clauses, and interact with client stakeholders to ensure compliance with policies. Candidates should possess a law degree, 3–5 years of commercial contract experience, and strong negotiation skills. This role is based in Gurugram, India, and involves collaboration across various teams.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a commercial contract attorney.
• Prior experience in a professional services or legal support environment.
• Strong command of written English and professional communication.

Responsibilities

• Review and negotiate commercial contracts for accuracy and adherence to guidelines.
• Draft standard legal clauses with minimal supervision.
• Discuss and finalize contract drafts with client’s legal counsel.

Skills

Strong drafting and negotiation skills

Client-focused mindset

Ability to manage multiple tasks independently

High attention to detail

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in law

Tools

MS Office Suite

Document management systems

Job description

Elevate is recruiting an Assistant Manager for our Contract team. The Assistant Manager in the Contracts – Managed Service Team plays a pivotal role in supporting global client engagements by preparing, reviewing and negotiating legal and business documentation. This role involves working closely with client stakeholders, ensuring high‑quality deliverables, and ensuring a seamless and efficient contracting process.

Responsibilities

• Review and redline a wide range of commercial contracts on behalf of the client for accuracy, consistency, adherence to client’s playbook/guidelines and best practices.
• Independently draft standard legal clauses with minimal supervision.
• Apply client-specific instructions and requirements with precision.
• Independently discuss and finalize contract drafts with client’s business and legal counsel.
• Independently negotiate contracts with counterparties, including on all‑party calls.
• Ensure deliverables meet client’s playbook and policy requirements, quality standards and expectations.
• Flag inconsistencies, potential risks, or deviations in documentation and suggest improvements.
• Maintain version control and document hygiene across engagements.
• Act as a reliable point of contact for client stakeholders on drafting‑related queries.
• Collaborate with client’s legal counsel, cross‑functional teams and counterparties to understand project requirements, timelines and facilitate seamless contract processes.
• Support Managers in implementing process updates and best practices.
• Contribute to internal knowledge repositories by documenting learnings, templates, and processes.
• Participate in team discussions and feedback loops to improve drafting processes.
• Stay updated on CLM tools and contribute to their effective usage.
• Provide informal guidance and support to junior team members.
• Assist in onboarding new joiners by sharing practical insights and tips.

Skills For Success

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills and a client‑focused mindset.
• Ability to grasp commercial aspects of contracts and translate them into clear, concise legal language.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset and a proactive approach to problem solving.

Experience

• 3–5 years of experience as a commercial contract attorney.
• Prior experience in a professional services or legal support environment.
• Strong command of written English and professional communication.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with document management systems and workflow tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law; candidates with relevant legal internships preferred.

Company Information

Elevate is a law company. We provide software and services for the intersection of business and law. Our legal, business, and technology professionals offer practical ways for global law departments and law firms to improve efficiency, quality, and business outcomes.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment and will be treated equally during the process, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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