Head of legal and company secretary

Legal Manager & Company Secretary About SATS – Feed And Connect Communities SATS is a leading provider of food solutions and gateway services. Using innovative food technologies and resilient supply chains, we create tasty, quality food in sustainable ways for airlines, food service chains, retailers, and institutions. With heartfelt service and advanced technology, we connect people, businesses, and communities seamlessly through our comprehensive gateway services for customers such as airlines, cruise lines, freight forwarders, postal services, and e Commerce companies. Fulfilling our purpose to feed and connect communities, SATS delights customers across the Asia Pacific, the UK, Europe, the US and the Middle East. Legal Responsibilities ~ Commercial Contracts: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including vendor contracts, service agreements, NDAs, strategic partnership agreements with key customers, catering contracts, etc. ~ Risk Management: Identify legal risks and propose practical, business-oriented solutions to mitigate them. Develop internal policies and procedures to manage legal exposure. ~ Support M&A, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions, including due diligence and documentation. ~ Dispute Resolution: Manage pre-litigation and litigation matters, including coordination with external counsel, drafting responses, and representing the company in legal proceedings when required. ~ Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal stakeholders and SATS Group legal to align on legal strategy, compliance, and governance. ~ Training and Awareness: Conduct legal and compliance training for employees and management to promote a culture of integrity and accountability. ~ Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and interpret applicable laws and regulations (including FSSAI, labor laws, environmental regulations, and data protection laws) to ensure the Company's operations remain compliant. ~ Provide timely, accurate and practical business advice to business units. Organize and coordinate Board and Committee meetings, including agenda preparation and minute-taking. ~ Maintain statutory registers and ensure compliance with the Companies Act and related rules. ~ Maintain accurate records of all secretarial matters and support the preparation of the Annual Report and AGMs/EGMs. ~ Degree in Law from a recognized Indian university and admitted to the Indian Bar. ~ ACS/FCS membership with the Institute of Company Secretaries of India. ~3–5 years of post-qualification experience in a reputable law firm and/or in-house legal department of a multinational corporation. ~ Strong foundation in corporate and commercial law, with experience in contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, and governance. ~ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work closely with senior management and cross-functional teams. ~ Commercially astute, proactive, and capable of managing complex legal issues across multiple domains. ~ Strategic Impact: Be a key legal advisor to a growing business with regional and global reach. ~ Leadership Opportunity: Take ownership of both legal and secretarial functions, with visibility across senior leadership of the Company. ~ Diverse Work: Engage in a wide range of legal matters—from commercial contracts to corporate governance and regulatory compliance. ~ Professional Growth: Work closely with an international legal team and gain exposure to cross-border legal and business practices. ~ Join a company committed to sustainability, innovation, and community impact. ~ Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary and benefits package aligned with experience and market standards.