Legal Manager - Litigation and Contract Management

PriceWaterhouseCoopers Pvt Ltd ( PWC )

Gurugram District

On-site

INR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Flexibility programs

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Job summary

PwC’s Office of General Counsel in Gurgaon offers dedicated legal and company secretarial support across LLP and corporate laws. The role provides exposure to regulatory proceedings, compliance, and advisory work for internal stakeholders and clients.

The Legal Manager will draft and review agreements, conduct legal research, and develop strategies to mitigate risk while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Compliance with LLP regulatory and corporate laws.
Drafting and reviewing contracts and legal documents.
Legal research and regulatory risk assessment.

Responsibilities

Compliances Corporate Secretarial
Compliances- LLP Compliances, Conducting Meetings, preparing minutes, Filing returns.
Legal Drafting and Litigation: Draft, review, and revise a variety of legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and settlement agreements.
Legal Research: Conduct thorough legal research on various issues, including case law, statutes, regulations, and legal precedents.
Factual Analysis and Strategy Making: Analyze factual information and evidence to support legal arguments and case strategies.
Contractual Drafting and Review: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to protect the organization’s interests.
Compliance and Risk Management: Assist in identifying and mitigating legal risks.
Collaboration and Communication: Work with departments and stakeholders.

Skills

Compliance

Legal drafting

Legal research

Litigation

Education

LLB

Job description

IN-Manager_Litigation & contract management_Office of General Counsel_IFS_Gurgaon Line of Service Internal Firm Services Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Operations Management Level Manager

Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in legal services offer comprehensive legal solutions and advice to internal stakeholders and clients, maintaining compliance with regulations and minimising legal risks. These individuals provide strategic guidance and support across various industries. In legal specialties at PwC, you will focus on legal support and advice across specific areas of law, confirming compliance and mitigating legal risks for the organisation. Your work will involve a wide range of specific legal matters and collaborate with different teams to drive business objectives.

Why PwC

At PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other.

At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations.

Job Description & Summary

A career in Office of General Counsel, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to be a part of the Firm’s legal department by providing dedicated legal and Company Secretarial support in the areas of LLP compliances conducting meetings, counselling, and corporate, commercial laws. You’ll play an important part in all aspects of regulatory proceedings involving the Firm and its personnel by supporting on regulatory issues, advising the Firm on matters relating to its operations, supporting the Firm’s client contracting function, and advising on matters related to Corporate Laws including on Companies Act, Securities Laws, Competition Laws and other related laws. The Legal Manager will play a pivotal role within the Office of the General Counsel, primarily focusing on managing compliances, company law issues, regulatory issues, drafting legal documents, conducting legal research, performing factual analysis, and developing strategic legal approaches. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Compliances Corporate Secretarial
Compliances- LLP Compliances, Conducting Meetings, preparing minutes, Filing returns. Keeping an eye on recent regulatory developments and updating the various leadership team on this in various meetings.
Legal Drafting and Litigation: Draft, review, and revise a variety of legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and settlement agreements. Keeping updated on orders and other litigations pertaining to Firm and keeping the leadership team updated on this. Ensure all legal documents are accurate, comprehensive, and comply with applicable laws and regulations.
Legal Research: Conduct thorough legal research on various issues, including case law, statutes, regulations, and legal precedents. Provide well-reasoned legal opinions and memoranda to support decision‑making processes.
Factual Analysis and Strategy Making: Analyze factual information and evidence to support legal arguments and case strategies. Develop and implement effective legal strategies to achieve favourable outcomes in litigation and other legal matters.
Contractual Drafting and Review: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to protect the organization’s interests. Ensure all contracts comply with legal requirements and organizational policies.
Compliance and Risk Management: Assist in identifying and mitigating legal risks associated with the organization’s operations. Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.
Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with various departments to provide legal support and guidance on a wide range of issues. Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including senior management, clients, and regulatory authorities.

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