Assistant Manager/Deputy Manager - Legal - LLB

Assistant Manager/Deputy Manager - Legal

Role Overview

The Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager - Legal will support and manage the organization's legal operations, including litigation handling, contract management, regulatory compliance, and coordination with external counsels. The role requires hands-on legal execution and close collaboration with internal business teams.

Key Responsibilities

- Handle and track litigation matters including consumer cases, IPR, property, recovery, and other civil/commercial disputes.

- Coordinate with external advocates and legal counsels for case filings, hearings, documentation, and follow-ups.

- Draft, review, and assist in negotiation of commercial contracts such as NDAs, vendor agreements, service contracts, MOUs, and lease deeds.

- Support compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including Customs laws and DRI-related investigations.

- Maintain litigation trackers, prepare MIS, and provide periodic updates to management.

- Provide legal support and basic advisory to internal stakeholders across functions such as Finance, Procurement, Operations, and HR.

- Assist in identifying legal risks and implementing mitigation measures.

Candidate Profile:

- LLB certification is mandatory.

- post-qualification legal experience in corporate legal teams or law firms.

- Practical exposure to litigation management and contract drafting/review.

- Working knowledge of commercial laws, consumer laws, IPR, property laws, and customs regulations.

- Good communication, drafting, and coordination skills.

- Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.