Legal Counsel Manager

Fidelity International; Gurugram District; Presencial; INR 1.800.000 - 2.800.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work arrangements

Wellbeing support

Descripción de la vacante

Fidelity International in Gurgaon seeks a Manager - Legal Counsel to lead front-end drafting, review and negotiation of procurement and commercial contracts across technology and non-technology engagements, with emphasis on cloud services and GenAI.

You will engage with global stakeholders, provide pragmatic legal solutions, and mentor junior team members in a fast-paced setting within Fidelity’s India Legal team.

Formación

• Qualified lawyer with 7–9 years PQE in-house or financial/IT sectors.
• Extensive experience in procurement and commercial contracts including cloud/AI tech.
• Experience in handling commercial disputes/arbitration matters.
• Knowledge of global cloud outsourcing regulatory frameworks and data privacy.
• Strong drafting and negotiation, plus clear communication skills.
• Ability to manage cross-border engagements and regulatory nuances.

Responsabilidades

• Draft, review and negotiate procurement and commercial contracts (tech and non-tech).
• Advise on onboarding AI/GenAI solutions including IP, data, and compliance.
• Interpret international tech outsourcing regulations and apply to contracts.
• Support staff augmentation and cross-geography staffing contracts.
• Collaborate with procurement to resolve legal issues and ensure policy compliance.
• Provide guidance on disputes and supplier engagements.
• Coach junior lawyers and lead project teams when needed.
• Drive process improvements and adoption of legal tech tools.

Conocimientos

Drafting & Negotiation

Contract Management

Regulatory Knowledge

Cross-border Contracts

AI/GenAI in contracts

Educación

LLB

Herramientas

Contract management systems

E-signature platforms

Descripción del empleo

Manager - Legal Counsel

About the Opportunity

Job Type: PermanentApplication Deadline: 22 October 2026

Job Description Title Manager - Legal Counsel Department Legal Location Gurgaon Reports To Senior Legal Counsel Level 5

We’re proud to have been helping our clients build better financial futures for over 50 years. How have we achieved this? By working together - and supporting each other - all over the world. So, join our team and feel like you’re part of something bigger.

About your team

You will be part of the India Legal Team, within the Commercial Legal vertical, front-ending drafting, review and negotiation of procurement and commercial contracts supporting Fidelity International's internal business units (Technology, HR, CPS, Marketing, Finance, etc.) and sourcing functions across global offices. As part of Fidelity’s General Counsel function (Group Legal and Tax ), you will work closely with our legal, tax, regulatory compliance and commercial counterparts based in the Asia Pacific, United Kingdom, Continental Europe, Canada and other jurisdictions on cross border support covering commercial contracts, business legal document, Company Secretariat and other legal documentation. The team’s focus is on providing agile, pragmatic, business-aligned legal support while minimizing reliance on external counsel and ensuring minimum legal / regulatory exposure to the organisation.

About your role

This is a fast-paced role within the Commercial Legal team, requiring high-quality legal analysis, risk assessment, and cross-border engagement. You will need a strong sense of commercial understanding, attention to detail, adaptability, and the ability to work at pace with confidence. Key aspects of your role include: Providing front-end legal support for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of procurement and commercial agreements, with particular emphasis on emerging technologies such as cloud services and GenAI. Interfacing directly with global stakeholders and advising on legal and compliance issues linked to onboarding third-party tech solutions or developing in-house capabilities, including those involving staff augmentation and temporary workforce arrangements. Collaborating with colleagues across functions and geographies to deliver pragmatic, business-aligned legal solutions. Contributing to continuous process improvement, knowledge sharing, and technology adoption within the team.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background, and strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate a variety of procurement and commercial contracts, including both technology and non-technology engagements such as Cloud Outsourcing Agreements, SaaS, IaaS, Software Licences, Master Services Agreements, Statements of Work, Consulting and Facilities Agreements, Change Orders, and Data Processing Agreements.
• Advise business and sourcing teams on onboarding RFPs, third-party AI and GenAI solutions or developing these in-house, including IP, data, ethics, and regulatory considerations.
• Understand and interpret international Tech/Cloud Outsourcing regulations (ESMA, EBA, EIOPA, etc.) and apply them to contracts.
• Support contracts related to staff augmentation, consulting, professional services, and temporary staffing models across geographies and understanding of local regulatory nuances e.g., TUPE, Principal Employer responsibilities.
• Collaborate with procurement to resolve legal and commercial issues and maintain compliance with company policies.
• Provide legal advice on matters related to existing procurement contracts and ongoing supplier service engagements.
• Provide support in managing commercial disputes and arbitration matters, including coordination with external counsel when required.
• Coach and guide junior legal team members.
• May represent legal function / lead project teams as required.
• Contribute to continuous process improvement, knowledge sharing, and technology adoption within the team.
• Demonstrate adaptability, collaboration, and a proactive approach in all interactions.

About you

• LLB with 7-9 years of post-qualification experience, preferably in an in-house role within a multinational organisation (Financial Services, Asset Management, or Information Technology industries preferred).
• Solid experience in high complexity procurement and commercial contracts, covering both technology and non-technology engagements, including cloud services (SaaS, IaaS), outsourcing, software licensing, market data, consulting, facilities, and staff augmentation.
• Experience in handling commercial disputes and arbitration matters, with an understanding of dispute resolution strategy and contract enforcement.
• Working knowledge of global cloud outsourcing regulatory frameworks (e.g., ESMA, EBA, DORA, PRA, MAS) and their application to tech contracts.
• Familiarity with current technology trends such as AI, GenAI, platform integration, data processing, and their legal and regulatory implications.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; excellent judgment; business sense.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Commercial judgement, business acumen, pragmatic and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple matters in parallel.
• Experience working on cross-border contracts and international engagements.
• Self-motivated team player with a willingness to learn and adopt legal tech tools (e.g., Harvey, ChatGPT).
• Experience with contract management systems, e-signature platforms, and other legal technology tools is desirable.
• Demonstrated adaptability, collaboration, and a proactive approach.
• Positive, pro-active attitude suited to be a team member within a dynamic business environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to instil confidence and to build strong relationships with stakeholders.

Feel rewarded

• For starters, we’ll offer you a comprehensive benefits package.
• We’ll value your wellbeing and support your development.
• And we’ll be as flexible as we can about where and when you work – finding a balance that works for all of us.
• It’s all part of our commitment to making you feel motivated by the work you do and happy to be part of our team.

For more about our work, our approach to dynamic working and how you could build your future here, visit careers.fidelityinternational.com.

For more about our work, our approach to dynamic working and how you could build your future here, visit careers.fidelityinternational.com.

Experience Level Mid Level