Legal Executive

Best Course News; Mumbai; On-site; INR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fresh fruit importer in Mumbai is seeking a Legal Executive to oversee corporate legal matters, manage contracts, and ensure compliance with industry regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a law degree and have 1-3 years of relevant experience. Strong drafting skills and knowledge of import/export laws are essential. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on legal governance.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in corporate legal, contract management, compliance, or regulatory affairs.
• LL.M preferred
• 1–3 years of experience in corporate legal, contract management, compliance, or regulatory affairs

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and vet legal documents including agreements, contracts, NDAs, MOUs, etc.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and maintain statutory records.
• Coordinate with external counsels for ongoing litigation and legal matters.
• Assist in negotiation, execution, and management of agreements.
• Support compliance audits and inspections.
• Handle compliance related to Plant Breeder Rights (PBR), FSSAI, Legal Metrology, and Food Packaging standards.
• Coordinate with external counsels for ongoing litigation and legal matters.
• Prepare case summaries, track litigation progress, and draft replies to notices.
• Issue legal notices and manage responses to authorities or counterparties.
• Assist in negotiation, execution, and management of agreements with suppliers, vendors, clients, and partners.
• Work on property-related legal aspects including APMC, CIDCO, MIDC requirements.
• Track contract renewals, obligations, and critical timelines.
• Provide legal opinions and guidance to business departments.
• Identify potential legal risks and support in their mitigation.
• Assist in due diligence for new projects, partnerships, and property evaluations.
• Maintain organized digital and physical repositories of legal documents.
• Ensure confidentiality and security of legal records.

Skills

Strong legal drafting and communication skills

Knowledge of International Trade Terms

Understanding of Customs laws related to import/export

Familiarity with IGST, GST, and indirect taxation

Legal research and case law analysis

Corporate law, non-litigation

Contract drafting and documentation

GST/IGST knowledge

Documentation

Communication

Education

LL.B (mandatory)

LL.M preferred

Job description

#### Legal Executive##### IG International* Mumbai#### DescriptionCompany OverviewIG International is one of India’s leading fresh fruit importers, engaged in global sourcing, distribution, and supply chain operations. The company works across multiple international trade channels and requires strong legal governance to support its expanding operations.Job OverviewThe Legal Executive will handle corporate legal matters, contract management, compliance activities, and coordination with external legal counsels. The role involves supporting the organization in drafting, reviewing, and managing legal documentation while ensuring adherence to industry regulations, especially related to import, export, food safety, and property laws.Key ResponsibilitiesDrafting & DocumentationDraft, review, and vet legal documents including agreements, contracts, NDAs, MOUs, lease deeds, JV agreements, investment documents, and partnership deeds.Ensure documents are legally accurate, properly executed, and organized systematically.Compliance & RegulatoryEnsure compliance with applicable laws, internal policies, and industry regulations.Maintain statutory records and assist in regulatory filings.Support compliance audits and inspections.Handle compliance related to PBR (Plant Breeder Rights), FSSAI, Legal Metrology, and Food Packaging standards.Litigation & Dispute ManagementCoordinate with external counsels for ongoing litigation and legal matters.Prepare case summaries, track litigation progress, and draft replies to notices.Issue legal notices and manage responses to authorities or counterparties.Contracts & AgreementsAssist in negotiation, execution, and management of agreements with suppliers, vendors, clients, and partners.Work on property-related legal aspects including APMC, CIDCO, MIDC requirements.Track contract renewals, obligations, and critical timelines.Advisory & Internal SupportProvide legal opinions and guidance to business departments.Identify potential legal risks and support in their mitigation.Assist in due diligence for new projects, partnerships, and property evaluations.Documentation & Record ManagementMaintain organized digital and physical repositories of legal documents.Ensure confidentiality and security of legal records.Candidate ProfileEducationLL.B (mandatory)LL.M preferredExperience1–3 years of experience in corporate legal, contract management, compliance, or regulatory affairs.Key SkillsStrong legal drafting and communication skillsKnowledge of International Trade TermsUnderstanding of Customs laws related to import/exportFamiliarity with IGST, GST, and indirect taxationLegal research and case law analysisCorporate law, non-litigation, contract drafting, and documentation#### Role and Responsibilities* Key Responsibilities Drafting & Documentation Draft, review, and vet legal documents including agreements, contracts, NDAs, MOUs, lease deeds, JV agreements, investment documents, and partnership deeds. Ensure documents are legally accurate, properly executed, and organized systematically. Compliance & Regulatory Ensure compliance with applicable laws, internal policies, and industry regulations. Maintain statutory records and assist in regulatory filings. Support compliance audits and inspections. Handle compliance related to PBR (Plant Breeder Rights), FSSAI, Legal Metrology, and Food Packaging standards. Litigation & Dispute Management Coordinate with external counsels for ongoing litigation and legal matters. Prepare case summaries, track litigation progress, and draft replies to notices. Issue legal notices and manage responses to authorities or counterparties. Contracts & Agreements Assist in negotiation, execution, and management of agreements with suppliers, vendors, clients, and partners. Work on property-related legal aspects including APMC, CIDCO, MIDC requirements. Track contract renewals, obligations, and critical timelines. Advisory & Internal Support Provide legal opinions and guidance to business departments. Identify potential legal risks and support in their mitigation. Assist in due diligence for new projects, partnerships, and property evaluations. Documentation & Record Management Maintain organized digital and physical repositories of legal documents. Ensure confidentiality and security of legal records.| Designation | : | Legal Executive || Work experience | : | 0 - 1 |### Skills: