Ashirvad by Aliaxis is seeking a dynamic legal professional with 3-6 years of in-house and/or law firm experience to join our growing legal team in Bengaluru. Prior exposure to the manufacturing sector legal operations or a tier one law firm would be an added advantage. The person would be reporting to the Head of Legal.
Key Responsibilities
1. Statutory & Regulatory Compliance
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in compliance applicable to manufacturing units, competition laws, environmental laws, health and safety laws, and the Legal Metrology Act.
- Regularly map and implement legal compliance frameworks and tools across manufacturing locations, including third-party manufacturers.
- Identify compliance gaps, recommend corrective measures, and ensure timely closure.
- Monitor changes in applicable laws and regulations and proactively advise management on potential business impacts.
2. Contract Drafting & Management
- Partner with procurement and business teams to draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts (LOIs, MOUs, NDAs, purchase/sales agreements, service contracts, consultancy and construction agreements, lease deeds, manpower contracts, etc.).
- Ensure all contracts align with company policies and statutory requirements.
- Support the rollout and adoption of the contract management system and other legal technology tools across business units.
3. Land Due Diligence
- Conduct comprehensive legal due diligence for prospective land transactions, assess risks, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders for documentation and approvals.
4. Litigation
- Commercial litigation including other civil & criminal litigation.
5. Legal Advisory
- Provide day-to-day legal advice and support to business and functional teams on operational and strategic matters.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B.) from a reputed institution.
- 3-6 years of relevant experience in a leading law firm or as an In-House Counsel.
- Strong analytical, drafting, and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across functions.
- Proven ability to prioritize, multitask, and deliver in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.