Head - Legal & Contract Management - Hospital

We are looking for a seasoned legal professional to lead and run the legal function at a leading healthcare company with operations spread across India. This is a hands-on role with broad ownership - from regulatory compliance and patient matters to contracts, litigation, and employment. The role requires someone who can manage multiple workstreams simultaneously, work closely with business leadership, and coordinate effectively with external counsel.

Key Responsibilities:

Litigation Management:

- Oversee all litigation across the network - consumer forums, civil courts, High Court, NCDRC. Manage relationships with external advocates and law firms, coordinate hearings, track outcomes, and minimise legal exposure.

Regulatory & Healthcare Compliance:

- Handle notices and correspondence from regulatory authorities including State Health Departments, Medical Councils, ART Authority, PCPNDT authorities, and other government bodies. Manage licensing renewals and ensure centres remain in compliance. Coordinate legal responses to FIRs, and summons arising at centres - working with centre heads and external counsel to ensure appropriate escalation and resolution.

Legal Notices:

- Draft and respond to legal notices from patients, third parties, and counterparties. Ensure timely, well-considered responses that protect the company's position.

Contracts:

- Review, negotiate, and manage contracts across vendor agreements, centre leases, employment agreements, referral arrangements, and service agreements. Build and maintain a centralised contract repository.

People & Employment Advisory:

- Partner with HR on employment law matters - Provide legal guidance on doctor engagements, consultant agreements, and senior leadership matters.

Data Protection, Privacy & Legal Research:

- Ensure compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act and applicable patient data regulations - covering consent frameworks, data processing practices, and breach response. Provide research notes and advisory opinions on emerging regulatory and legal developments relevant to the healthcare and fertility sector.