Legal and E&C Counsel Nutreco India

Nutreco; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Good pension scheme

Annual leaves as per local law

Job summary

Nutreco in Hyderabad, India, seeks a Legal and E&C Counsel to manage legal risk and E&C program for India entities. You will advise, draft and negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance under local laws while coordinating with the BU Asia Lead Counsel.

The role requires a law degree, an Indian license to practice, and at least five years of post-qualification experience in a multinational setting. English fluency is essential, with periodic travel in India.

Qualifications

• Law degree from a reputable university.
• India licensed lawyer or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years’ post-qualified experience, ideally with a major law firm and/or within the legal or compliance function of a multinational company.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, competition law and corporate law.
• Knowledge of data protection or feed law is an advantage.
• Strong affinity with E&C, with willingness to further develop expertise in this area.
• Experience as an E&C Officer is an advantage.
• Good written and oral communication skills, ability to articulate complex matters clearly to diverse stakeholders.
• In-depth knowledge of India’s evolving legal landscape, particularly in commercial law, cross-border transactions and data privacy.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear and timely legal and E&C advice and support to our Indian entities.
• Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts with strong attention to risk management, and contribute to the maintenance of the contract management system.
• Contribute to the development, monitoring and implementation of Legal and E&C policies, procedures and templates.
• Deliver training on Legal and E&C topics.
• Monitor compliance with E&C policies.
• Manage outside counsel when necessary.
• Maintain structured reporting to the BU Asia Lead Counsel, demonstrating transparency and consistency in monitoring compliance with laws, regulations and Nutreco’s policies.
• Participate in the management team of the General Manager of the Indian companies (upon request).

Skills

Law degree

Indian legal bar

5+ years experience

Contract law

Competition law

Corporate law

Data privacy knowledge

E&C knowledge

English communication

Cross-border exposure

Education

Law degree

Job description

Why join us

Get ready to Own people impact as a Legal and E&C Counsel at Nutreco. As a global leader in animal nutrition, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future is making a positive global impact for generations to come. Join us in this business-facing role and Own your purpose, Own your success, and Own your impact, partnering closely with leaders to shape organisational capability, talent, and performance across the business. Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future Nutreco is part of the SHV family and committed to Feeding the Future through sustainable and innovative practices. We operate through two global business lines: Skretting, a leading provider of advanced aquafeed solutions driving sustainable aquaculture, and Trouw Nutrition, a specialist in animal nutrition focused on improving livestock health and productivity. Headquartered in Amersfoort and active in more than 30 countries, Nutreco is supported by a diverse Legal and Ethics & Compliance (E&C) team of around twenty professionals who manage our legal risks and the E&C program and protect Nutreco’s reputation. The Legal and E&C team includes eight BU Lead Counsels who report to the Global Director Legal and E&C and the Global Director Corporate Legal and M&A, and a number Counsels located in different jurisdictions reporting into the BU Counsels. This position will report to the BU Lead Counsel Asia, who is based in Bangkok (Thailand). This position is based in Hyderabad (India). As Legal and E&C Counsel for our operating companies in India, you will manage the Legal risks and the E&C program for Skretting India, Trouw Nutrition India and Eruvaka, and in coordination with the BU Counsel Asia be involved in investigations concerning these companies.

About The Role

• Provide clear and timely legal and E&C advice and support to our Indian entities.
• Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts with strong attention to risk management, and contribute to the maintenance of the contract management system.
• Contribute to the development, monitoring and implementation of Legal and E&C policies, procedures and templates.
• Deliver training on Legal and E&C topics.
• Monitor compliance with E&C policies.
• Manage outside counsel when necessary.
• Maintain structured reporting to the BU Asia Lead Counsel, demonstrating transparency and consistency in monitoring compliance with laws, regulations and Nutreco’s policies.
• Participate in the management team of the General Manager of the Indian companies (upon request).

Skills and Expertise Qualifications

• Law degree from a reputable university.
• India licensed lawyer or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years’ post-qualified experience, ideally with a major law firm and/or within the legal or compliance function of a multinational company.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, competition law and corporate law.
• Knowledge of data protection or feed law is an advantage.
• Strong affinity with E&C, with willingness to further develop expertise in this area.
• Experience as an E&C Officer is an advantage.
• Good written and oral communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex matters clearly, concisely and persuasively to diverse stakeholders.
• In-depth knowledge of India’s evolving legal landscape, particularly in commercial law, cross-border transactions and data privacy.
• Fluent in English.

Expectations from Role

• Capacity to prioritise effectively, deliver consistently to deadlines and maintain accuracy under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks while respecting organisational frameworks and decision-making structures.
• Pragmatic, results-oriented and adaptable to evolving business and regulatory demands.
• A strong ethical mindset.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, international environment with diverse stakeholders is a plus.
• High level of professional integrity in handling sensitive business matters.
• Willingness to travel periodically in India, and occasionally to Thailand (Bangkok) or The Netherlands.

Why you Will Love Working with Us

You will join a purpose-driven company where innovation, sustainability, and global impact go hand in hand. At Nutreco, you’ll contribute to meaningful work in a collaborative, diverse, and international environment with opportunities for personal development. We offer flexibility, competitive benefits, and a supportive culture where your ideas are valued and can truly make a difference.

Global Benefits

• A full-time position in an international, diverse, and dynamic environment.
• Be part of our sustainable mission with opportunities to grow within Nutreco, Skretting, Trouw Nutrition and the broader SHV group.
• Embrace our culture of diversity and inclusion, where we respect and value everyone.
• Professional growth opportunities within Nutreco and the broader SHV group with more than 52,000 employees.

Local Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package with a good pension scheme.
• Annual leaves based on the local law and company leaves.
• We invest in the development of our people and providing challenging and rewarding career opportunities within our company or the SHV Group.

Next Step

As part of our process, shortlisted candidates will be asked to demonstrate not only technical expertise but also alignment with our values of Pasion, Inclusivity, Integrity, Trust and Curiosity. We value a seamless candidate experience and will review your application within five (5) business days. The hiring process typically takes 6 weeks.

We are committed to employment equity, and we encourage applications from qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law.

Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.

Nutreco is a global leader in animal nutrition and aquafeed. Our advanced nutritional solutions are at the origin of food for millions of consumers worldwide. Its two global company brands Skretting (aqua feed) and Trouw Nutrition (animal nutrition) have sales in over 90 countries. Our purpose Feeding the Future captures a big challenge: feeding 9 billion people in 2050. Our responsibility is twofold: we need to make a significant contribution to meeting the rapid increase in worldwide demand for food; on the other hand, we need to find the right balance in order that we can realize growth while making also responsible choices for people and planet. To know more about us, please visit our website https://www.nutreco.com.