Geographic Legal Counsel Assoc Director

Accenture Solutions; Mumbai Suburban; On-site; INR 30,00,000 - 40,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Geographic Legal Counsel Associate Director in Mumbai. The role requires a member of ICSI with 18-20 years of experience in corporate law, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and collaborating with internal stakeholders. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential. Competitive compensation and dynamic work environment offered.

Qualifications

• Qualified member of ICSI with 18-20 years of experience.
• Experience in corporate law compliance and governance.
• Effective stakeholder collaboration and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead corporate law compliance and FEMA compliance.
• Provide legal advice on governance matters.
• Collaborate with various internal stakeholders.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Company Law

FEMA regulations

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Education

Law degree

CS qualification

Job description

About The Role

Job Title: Geographic Legal Counsel Associate Director

Management Level: 05-Associate Director

Location: Mumbai

Must Have Skills: Strong knowledge of Company Law and FEMA regulations

Good to Have Skills: Law degree in addition to CS qualification

Summary: Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, Accenture offers Strategy and Consulting, Technology and Operations services, and Accenture Song, powered by the world's largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. Accenture India operates in 16 cities with approximately 350,000 employees.

We are seeking a qualified member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI), with 18-20 years of experience, to lead the Corporate Secretarial team within the GDN Legal Group. Reporting to the Managing Director, Legal, the role involves ensuring compliance with corporate law, FEMA, and related legal matters, supporting various internal stakeholders across functions.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Lead corporate law compliance, mergers, and corporate actions, including FEMA compliance.
• Provide legal advice on governance matters, ensuring adherence to high standards of corporate governance.
• Assess legal and regulatory changes impacting the company.
• Liaise with external legal counsel and regulatory advisors.
• Manage compliance risks and improve processes and systems.
• Collaborate with finance, audit, tax, HR, and legal teams on governance and compliance matters.
• Support due diligence and structuring for acquisitions.
• Rectify FEMA non-compliance issues related to share transfers and allotments to non-residents.
• Ensure compliance with statutory meeting requirements and internal policies.
• Guide drafting of reports, agreements, and filings with MCA/RBI.
• Conduct secretarial audits as per standards and timelines.

Professional & Technical Skills:

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Effective collaboration with stakeholders.
• Adaptability to changing priorities.
• Ability to motivate and lead teams.
• Strong research, analytical, and detail-oriented skills.
• Engagement in CSR, Inclusion, and Diversity activities.
• Ability to plan and oversee team activities.

Additional Information: Member of ICSI; Law degree is an advantage. Minimum 18-20 years of relevant experience in a private company, CS firm, or law firm handling corporate law matters.

Qualification: Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India, with 18-20 years of experience.