Corporate Legal Counsel

Deutsche Consulting Pvt Ltd; Thrissur; On-site; INR 12,00,000 - 20,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Thrissur, Kerala is seeking a Corporate Legal Counsel to provide legal guidance and support. The role requires strong expertise in corporate law, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive approach to navigating complex legal issues. Responsibilities include advising on contract negotiations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting corporate governance. An ideal candidate will be adept in managing legal disputes and developing compliance policies. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Strong background in corporate law.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to navigate complex legal issues in a dynamic business environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on contract negotiations and governance.
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Draft and review contracts and legal documents.
• Support corporate governance matters.
• Stay updated on changes in relevant laws.
• Implement legal compliance policies.
• Manage and resolve legal disputes.
• Conduct legal training for internal teams.

Skills

Corporate law expertise

Excellent communication skills

Legal issue navigation

Job description

Role Summary

Role Summary Corporate Legal counsel play a vital role in providing legal guidance and support to the organization. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in corporate law, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex legal issues in a dynamic business environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and guidance to internal teams on a wide range of issues, including contract negotiations, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
• Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations that impact the organization and ensure compliance.
• Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of contracts, agreements, and legal documents, ensuring they align with the Irish\'s interests and comply with applicable laws and regulations.
• Support and advise on corporate governance matters, including preparing board resolutions, maintaining corporate records, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Stay abreast of changes in laws and regulations relevant to the consulting industry.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure the Irish\'s compliance with legal requirements.
• Assist in managing and resolving legal disputes, including engaging external counsel when necessary.
• Participate in negotiations and settlements to protect the Irish\'s interests.
• Conduct legal training sessions for internal teams to increase awareness of legal issues and compliance requirements.
• Provide guidance on legal implications of business decisions.
• Implement and maintain a contract management system to streamline the contract lifecycle and ensure timely renewals and compliance.
• Collaborate with various departments, including finance, human resources, and operations, to address legal issues related to their functions.
• Work closely with external legal counsel when needed.
• Identify legal risks and propose strategies to mitigate them.
• Conduct legal due diligence for new business initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and organized legal records and documentation.
• Note: The principal responsibilities listed above are an illustrative list and not an exhaustive list. Additional responsibilities may be added from time to time depending on organizational requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong background in corporate law.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to navigate complex legal issues in a dynamic business environment.

Note: The text includes references to the organization as "the Irish\'s"; this wording appears in multiple places in the original description and has been retained. Other content that appears to be boilerplate or unrelated to the role has been omitted to maintain focus on the legal counsel responsibilities and qualifications.