Assistant Manager - Legal & Contract Management

National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation; India; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation invites applications for the position of Assistant Manager - Legal & Contract Management, based in Delhi/NCR with travel. You will draft and review agreements, provide legal support to NICDC and project SPVs, and coordinate with government authorities.

The role requires LL.B. with 4 years' experience in legal/contract management, strong drafting, and negotiation skills; exposure to PPP/infrastructure projects is desirable.

Qualifications

• LL.B. from a recognized university/college.
• Post-graduate qualification or Masters in Law preferred.
• Experience in legal & contract management: minimum 4 years.
• Experience with infrastructure sector & project agreements is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and assist in execution of agreements and legal documents relating to NICDC, NICDIT and project SPVs.
• Provide legal and contractual support to NICDC and project SPVs, including review and interpretation of contract provisions.
• Draft and review RFPs/RFQs, tender documents, procurement contracts and related commercial documents; assist in contract management and notices for breach.

Skills

Drafting & negotiation

Contract law & arbitration

Teamwork

Multitasking

Communication & coordination

PPP/infrastructure exposure

Education

LL.B.

Masters in Law (preferred)

Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Draft, review and assist in execution of agreements and legal documents relating to NICDC, NICDIT and project SPVs, including SHAs, SSSAs, SSAs, MoUs, Addendums, Lease Agreements, NDAs and other contracts.
• Provide legal and contractual support to NICDC and project SPVs, including review of documents, interpretation of contract provisions and handling of legal queries.
• Drafting and Review of RFPs/RFQs, tender documents, procurement contracts and related commercial documents, and assist in contract management and issuance of notices for breach/non-compliance.
• Handle and coordinate litigation and dispute matters, including briefing counsels, reviewing pleadings and affidavits, and monitoring cases before Courts, Tribunals and other authorities.
• Coordinate with State Governments, Government agencies, consultants and other stakeholders on legal, contractual and project-related matters.
• Draft and review legal notices, replies, official communications, concept notes, D.O. letters, minutes of meetings and responses to queries from DPIIT and other Government authorities.
• Assist in Board and corporate matters, including preparation/review of agenda notes, Board proposals, circular resolutions and related documents.
• Undertake legal due diligence, compliance-related work and preparation/review of RTI and Public Grievances replies.
• Coordinate with external legal consultants and counsels, including follow-up on assignments and processing of professional fee invoices.
• Provide legal support for Government initiatives and special projects assigned to NICDC.
• Perform other legal, contractual and project-related responsibilities assigned by the Management/Reporting Officer.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Nationality: Indian
• Age: Candidate shall not be above 32 years of age as on last date of submission.
• Academic Qualification: Should possess a regular Bachelors Degree in Law (LL.B.) from a recognized University/Institution. Post-graduate qualification/Masters Degree in Law or qualification in Contract Management will be preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in legal and contract management. Experience in infrastructure sector would be desirable. Candidates having experience in drafting and reviewing project agreements, EPC/procurement contracts, shareholders/joint venture agreements and other legal documents, as well as exposure to contract management, litigation, tender/RFP review, SPV matters and coordination with Government authorities, consultants and counsels, will be preferred.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Good knowledge of contract law, arbitrations and relevant regulations Ability to work effectively as part of a Team
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with attention to detail
• Good communication and coordination skills
• Exposure to PPP models and infrastructure projects is desirable

DESIGNATION, REPORTING & JOB LOCATION

The designation shall be “Assistant Manager - Legal & Contract Management” and the job location will be in Delhi/ NCR but may require frequent travel.