Sr. Legal Counsel

4 weeks ago


Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Michael Page Full time
Job Description

- Only candidates based out of Chennai or willing to relocate apply
- Only candidates fluent in Tamil with more than 18+ yrs. of experience apply

Job Description

You will be responsible for the following:

- Oversee all legal operations, including compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
- Draft, vet, and negotiate high-value contracts, agreements with vendors, contractors, EPC partners, distributors, etc.
- Provide legal counsel to management on matters related to the property and building materials industries.
- Manage and resolve disputes, liase with external legal counsel and regulatory authorities as needed.
- Monitor changes in laws and regulations and advise on their potential impact on the company.
- Implement risk management strategies to safeguard the company's interests.
- Lead and mentor the legal team across corporate and manufacturing units.
- Advise top management on legal issues and ensure compliance with legal, statutory, and regulatory frameworks.

The Successful Applicant

An ideal candidate will have:

- A degree in law from a recognised institution with 18+ yrs. of experience with some years purely in a manufacturing setup.
- Fluency in Tamil(verbal and written) is critical. Knowledge of Telugu and Hindi would be a plus.
- Open to travel, as and when required.
- In-depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements.
- Strong contract negotiation and dispute resolution skills.
- The ability to manage multiple stakeholders and provide sound legal advice.
- Excellent leadership and team management capabilities.

What's on Offer

- Opportunity to work with a reputed organization
- Succession Role
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