Associate Advocate

Job Description: Legal Advocate (Liaison and Government Affairs)

Overview

A Legal Advocate in the field of liaison and government affairs is responsible for representing the interests of their organization or clients in dealings with government agencies, wards, and offices. This role requires extensive legal knowledge, strong communication skills, and the ability to navigate bureaucratic processes effectively. The advocate will handle legal documentation, facilitate interactions with government officers, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities
- **Liaison Work**:

- Serve as the primary point of contact between the organization or clients and government officials.
- Foster and maintain relationships with key government personnel and departments.
- Attend meetings, briefings, and hearings with government officials to advocate for the organization's interests.
- **Government Office Visits**:

- Regularly visit government wards and offices to handle matters related to permits, licenses, and other regulatory requirements.
- Ensure that all interactions with government bodies are conducted professionally and in accordance with legal protocols.
- **Dealing with Government Officers**:

- Engage with government officers to resolve issues, answer inquiries, and provide necessary information.
- Negotiate with government authorities to secure favorable outcomes for the organization or clients.
- **Legal Documentation**:

- Draft, review, and submit legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and compliance reports.
- Ensure that all documentation adheres to legal standards and is submitted within required deadlines.
- **Compliance and Regulatory Affairs**:

- Monitor changes in government regulations and policies that may affect the organization or clients.
- Advise the organization or clients on legal implications and necessary actions to maintain compliance.
- Implement and oversee compliance programs and ensure adherence to government regulations.
- **Reporting and Documentation**:

- Prepare and present reports on interactions with government bodies and the status of ongoing legal matters.
- Maintain detailed records of all correspondence and documentation related to government affairs.

Qualifications and Skills
- **Educational Background**: Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) or a related field; a Master’s degree.
- **Experience**: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in legal advocacy, government affairs, liasoning or a related field.
- **Legal Knowledge**: Strong understanding of local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
- **Communication Skills**: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to articulate legal concepts clearly.
- **Interpersonal Skills**: Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with government officials.
- **Organizational Skills**: Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- **Problem-Solving**: Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.
- **Integrity**: High ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Working Conditions
- **Location**: Primarily office-based with frequent travel to government offices and wards.
- **Hours**: Full-time position with standard working hours; may require additional hours based on workload and deadlines.

Pay: ₹360,000.00 - ₹480,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Health insurance
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Yearly bonus

**Experience**:

- total work: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person