Legal Counsel, India

Aptiv; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Chennai is seeking a Legal Counsel to ensure compliance with the Companies Act and provide legal advice to management. Responsibilities include drafting commercial agreements, conducting board meetings, and advising on legal compliance. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of corporate governance experience, possess an ACS qualification and a law degree, and have strong communication skills. Join Aptiv and contribute to shaping the future of mobility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 - 7 years of secretarial and corporate governance experience.
• Experience in a law firm or in-house at a local or multinational company.
• Familiarity with the automotive industry is desired.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the Companies Act 2013.
• Draft commercial agreements and advise local management.
• Conduct Board and General Meetings with proper documentation.

Skills

Fluent English communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to negotiate and draft agreements

Independence and problem-solving

Education

Associate of Company Secretary (ACS)

Law degree in India

Job description

Overview

Moving mobility forward We are Aptiv – a technology company with a proven history of enabling mobility. Operating as Delphi, we pioneered advances in the industry. Now, as Aptiv, we’re more dedicated than ever to bringing the next generation of autonomous vehicles, smart cities and connectivity to life.

Join our innovative team Want to do more than just imagine the ways our world will move tomorrow? Here’s your opportunity. Join the technology company that’s transforming the future of mobility today.

About Aptiv

Aptiv is an advanced technology company with a proven history of enabling mobility. We’re dedicated to bringing the next generation of autonomous vehicles, smart cities and connectivity to life. Aptiv.com

About Position

Position Title: Legal Counsel, India

Report to: Legal Director, India

Scope and Responsibilities

Based in Chennai, this is a position which will ensure secretarial compliance with the Companies Act 2013 and other secretarial regulations. Also, this position will provide legal support to India Legal Director and APAC Legal team such as giving legal advice, reviewing commercial contracts, etc.

Key responsibilities will be to:

• Conducting Board Meetings/Annual/Extra Ordinary General Meetings and drafting of Minutes, Agenda and other secretarial documents;
• Drafting and vetting of Minutes of meeting, Agenda, Director Report and Annual Report and respective alterations thereto;
• Filing, registering any company’s documents including forms, returns and applications by and on behalf of the company as an authorized representative;
• Maintenance of secretarial records, statutory books and registers;
• Tasks relating to transfer, conversion, induction and distribution of securities of difference classes, including issuance of dividends and its related compliances;
• Liaising with ROC;
• Assisting and advising local management in legal compliance under Companies Act and Procedures;
• Negotiate, draft and review commercial agreements including development and licensing;
• Participate in corporate transactions including managing joint venture partners and mergers & acquisitions;
• Advise Human Resources and Finance teams;
• Provide necessary training to Aptiv employees on legal and compliance topics;
• Support compliance function to conduct internal review and investigation (where needed);
• As a Key Managerial Personal (KMP under the Companies Act) oversee the statutory compliances and report to the board about the status of the same;
• Other tasks that are assigned by line manager.

Experience

The successful candidate will have 5 - 7 years of secretarial, corporate governance and preferably commercial legal experience gained in a law firm and/or in-house at a local or multinational company in India. S/he is mature and able to work independently and as a team. Fluent English language skill (without a strong accent) is required. Familiarity with the automotive industry is desired. Previous experience with IP matters is a plus.

Personal Attributes

The Legal Counsel will be capable, personable and able to work with great flexibility. S/he must have high integrity with the ability to interact effectively at all levels including senior management, regulatory bodies and clients in India. The successful candidate will have:

• Ability to expeditiously identify and assess issues and provide legally sound recommendations consistent with good business practices and reason;
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of, and effectively resolve problems;
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively, work diplomatically, and foster relationships with individuals at all levels.

Education

Good academic records with Associate of Company Secretary (ACS) qualifications, a law degree in India will be advantageous.

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