Legal Counsel

6 months ago

Mumbai, India DSM-Firmenich Full time

**Legal Counsel,**
**Mumbai / Gurugram - India**

**Hybrid**
**P14**

To strengthen our India Legal team, we are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced, self-propelling Legal Counsel to cater to business needs as well as to other departments.

**Requirements**:
1) Excellent knowledge of all the corporate laws including Companies Act, RBI compliance, etc.
2) Honesty and integrity with highest standard of ethics is essential.
4) Brings a proactive, team-oriented approach

At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

**Key-responsibilities**
- Ability to handle volume of litigation and streamline the pending matter. Must have experience for handling lower Courts cases as well as handling matters at High Courts, Supreme Courts & various Tribunals
- Must ensure effective cost control through hard negotiations while hiring external lawyer.
- Collaborating with Manager for the implementation of and compliance with processes, policies, and training, including those related to the FCPA/ Anti-Bribery, GDPR, Competition laws and Code of Ethics, etc.
- Ensure that the Manager and other stakeholders are timely made aware of legal issues, risks, and proposed solutions where there is a risk of material impact on the Company’s financial, operational, and reputational results.
- Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts and agreements keeping in mind the best interest of the company.
- Support and assist Manager for the handling of claims and/or internal investigations.
- To the extend assigned by the Manger to Partner with other functions for any specific legal issues
- Researching and anticipating unique legal issues that could impact the Company in its operating area /sector and industry
- Engaging with stakeholders to implement and manage the compliance tool and ensure timely statutory compliances by the Company and its subsidiaries
- Assisting and supporting Manager for various internal stakeholder meetings, corporate governance issues, etc.

**We bring**
- A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers;
- A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset;
- A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally;
- The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose;
- A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome;
- Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected - regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity;

**You bring**

1) Min. qualification - LLB (Desirable - LLM / CS)
2) Min 8 years of relevant experience as in-house legal counsel and/or at a law firm handling Company matter.
3) Strong proficiency in the English language.
4) Excellent knowledge of all the corporate laws including Companies Act, RBI compliance, etc.

**Equal opportunities commitment**

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

**About DSM-Firmenich**

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

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Equal Opportunities Commitment

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