Legal Officer

**Job Title: Legal Officer**

**Company
- Blacknut AgriFood Machinery Pvt. Ltd.**

**Location**: Ambala
**Department**: Legal & Compliance
**Reporting To**: Director / Head of Operations

**Job Summary**:
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented **Legal Officer** to manage all legal, compliance, and regulatory affairs of the company. The Legal Officer will be responsible for drafting and reviewing contracts, handling disputes, ensuring legal compliance in company operations, and liaising with external legal advisors or government bodies when required.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Draft, review, and vet legal documents such as contracts, MoUs, NDAs, agreements, tenders, etc.
- Handle company legal matters, including notices, litigation support, and dispute resolution.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and statutory requirements.
- Represent the company before legal or quasi-legal forums (if required), or coordinate with external legal counsel.
- Manage IP filings, trademarks, and legal documentation related to product or technology.
- Assist in company secretarial matters, if needed (e.g., ROC filings, board resolutions).
- Keep records of legal cases, documentation, and regulatory correspondence.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal developments relevant to the business (e.g., labor laws, contracts, MSME rules, environmental laws).
- Support HR, Purchase, or Sales departments in legal matters related to contracts, disputes, or compliance.

**Required Skills and Qualifications**:

- Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB); Master's in Law (LLM) preferred.
- Minimum 2-5 years of experience in a legal role, preferably in industry, manufacturing, or corporate environment.
- Strong knowledge of corporate law, contract law, labor law, and compliance regulations.
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines with mínimal supervision.
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

**Preferred Qualities**:

- Experience working with manufacturing companies.
- Knowledge of industrial compliances (e.g., Factory Act, pollution control).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

**Salary: As per industry standards**

**Job Type**: Full-time
**Experience**: 2-5 years (preferred)

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Health insurance

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Night shift

Work Location: In person