Legal Manager

**Position Overview**: As a Corporate Legal Consultant, you will play a critical role in managing and advising on legal matters related to our corporate operations. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience with U.S. and Indian legal frameworks, including drafting and reviewing NDAs, MSAs, and various contracts. Additionally, familiarity with accounting principles or a background as a Chartered Accountant (CA) would be highly advantageous. **Key Responsibilities**: - **Legal Drafting and Review**: Draft, review, and negotiate Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Master Service Agreements (MSAs), and other corporate contracts. - **Regulatory Compliance**: Ensure compliance with applicable U.S. and Indian laws and regulations, including corporate governance and industry-specific requirements. - **Legal Advisory**: Provide strategic legal advice to the company on a wide range of corporate issues, including risk management, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate structuring. - **Contract Management**: Oversee the management and execution of contracts, ensuring that all contractual obligations are met and addressing any legal issues that arise. - **Collaboration**: Work closely with other departments, including finance and operations, to support business objectives and ensure legal alignment. - **Documentation and Reporting**: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all legal documents and transactions. Prepare legal reports and summaries as needed. - **Regulatory Updates**: Stay informed about changes in U.S. and Indian laws and regulations and advise the company on their impact. **Qualifications**: - **Educational Background**: Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent legal degree from a recognized institution. Admission to the bar in [relevant jurisdiction]. - **Experience**: Minimum of 8 years of experience in corporate legal consulting or a related field, with a strong focus on U.S. and Indian laws. **Skills**: - Expertise in drafting and negotiating NDAs, MSAs, and other contracts. - In-depth knowledge of U.S. and Indian legal systems, including corporate and commercial laws. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. - Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively. - **Additional Advantage**: Certification or background as a Chartered Accountant (CA) is a plus. About Academian Website: www.academian.com Academian is a carve out of an existing 22 years IT company – Intraedge Inc (www.intraedge.com) Academian is a service, products and learning development company in the education domain with a current headcount of 500+ team members. We are rapidly becoming a leading force in the education technology space. We specialize in delivering innovative services, products, and learning development solutions tailored for the education sector. Our expertise spans across K-12, higher education, professional institutions, publishers, online program managers (OPMs), and corporate learning environments. At Academian, we combine deep industry knowledge with a product-oriented design approach, enabling us to craft high-impact learning experiences and technology solutions. From content development and media production to strategic staffing and custom software development, we support every phase of the educational lifecycle. Our Specialties Include: - EdTech Solutions: LMS, CMS, Custom Software, Cloud Architecture - Digital Learning: Content Design, Learning Experience Design, Accessibility, Media Development - Education Services: K-12, Higher Education, Workforce Development, Publishing & Prepress - Strategic Services: Product Management, Strategic Consulting, Technology & Digital Transformation, Staffing. We’re passionate about shaping the future of learning—and we’re looking for talented, mission-driven individuals to grow with us. Join our team and be part of building meaningful solutions that make a real impact in education.