AVP - Legal

AVP Legal

Position Overview : A leading organization with a notable presence in its field. As the Assistant Vice President of Legal, your role is pivotal in upholding compliance, managing potential legal pitfalls, and steering the company's executive board with expert legal counsel. Lead a seasoned team of legal experts and align with other departments to meet company goals while preserving its legal integrity.

Eligibility and Skills:

- Hold a Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) from a prestigious institution.

- A Master's or specialized degree in a connected domain is favoured.

- A minimum of 18-20 years of post-qualification experience, encompassing a leadership role in a prominent company and distinguished law firm.

- Comprehensive grasp of Indian corporate laws, regulatory structures, and commercial contracts.

- Acumen in corporate governance norms.

- Stellar negotiation, analysis, and problem-solving prowess.

- Aptitude to elucidate intricate legal ideas in simple terms for diverse audiences.

- Established record in directing legal disputes and litigation.

- Awareness of intellectual property law and related concerns.

- Proven leadership talents and team coordination skills.

- Robust business sense paired with the knack to weigh commercial goals against legal risks.

- Adherence to high ethical principles and the capacity to manage sensitive data discreetly

Key Responsibilities:

Legal Strategy and Compliance:

- Shape and deploy the company's legal roadmap in harmony with its business vision and ensure compliance with all pertinent laws, regulations, and industry benchmarks.

- Remain updated on shifts in the legal landscape that impact the company and offer pre-emptive advice to the leadership team.

- Construct and sustain a solid compliance architecture inclusive of policies, processes, and schemes to uphold legal standards.

Corporate Governance:

- Provide guidance and support to the board of directors on corporate governance matters, including board meetings, resolutions, and regulatory filings.

- Ensure compliance with corporate governance principles, guidelines, and best practices.

- Oversee the preparation and maintenance of corporate records, legal documents, and contracts.

Litigation and Dispute Resolution:

- Direct and supervise the organization's legal conflicts, covering litigation, arbitration, and other resolution methods.

- Engage with external legal representatives when needed, guaranteeing both cost and operational efficiency.

- Guide on settlement dialogues and conduct risk analysis pertaining to legal disagreements.

Regulatory Compliance and Government Relations:

- Ensure full alignment with industry-specific regulatory standards.

- Forge and nurture relationships with governmental bodies, industry groups, and pertinent parties.

- Stand for the company in engagements with regulatory entities when necessary.

Corporate Governance

- Offer expertise and support to the board on governance topics such as board proceedings, resolutions, and official submissions.

- Uphold the best practices and principles of corporate governance.

- Supervise the creation and upkeep of official records, legal papers, and agreements.

Contract Management:

- Scrutinize, compose, broker, and counsel on an array of contracts and legal papers, including commercial contracts and partnership agreements.

- Team up with internal parties to pinpoint legal dangers and suggest effective countermeasures.

Team Leadership and Synergy:

- Helm a team of legal professionals, offering them guidance, mentorship, and avenues for growth.

- Work in unison with internal sectors like finance, HR and others to address legal queries, back business drives, and diminish risks proficiently

This job description is intended as a representation of the primary responsibilities of and qualifications for this position. The job description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required either now or in the future