Head - Legal - FMCG/Retail

Job Responsibilities : 

- Advising the business leaders on significant legal issues impacting the business, including the drafting and negotiation of diverse commercial agreements.

- Providing wide range of commercial legal advice for the setting up and day-to-day function.

- Conducting comprehensive legal risk mapping for key projects, particularly when entering new projects or markets.

- Independently manage any potential litigations with a strong focus on consumer litigations and legal metrology matters.

- Assist and represent the company in liaising with statutory/government authorities on relevant legal queries and matters concerning the business.

- Assist in fulfilling CSR obligations as a member of the CSR committee.

- Supporting the Global Legal and Compliance Team in review and implementation of compliance policies in the region including Whistleblowing, Anti-Corruption, Data Protection etc.

- Providing relevant compliance training to internal stakeholders and employees in the region.

- Assisting the Global Intellectual Property Team in investigation and protection of company's IP in the region.

- Working closely with the retail, sales, marketing and logistics teams to advise on mitigation of legal risks for the business.

- Assisting the Human Resources team on employment related disputes, contracts and policies.

- Coordinating and maintaining strong relationships with external counsels.

Job Requirements : 

- Qualified for practice in India.

- Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Law or equivalent

- Minimum 8 years of relevant PQE within the areas of corporate and commercial law, compliance (general), litigation, risk management and employment law.

- Experience working in India and familiarity with regional laws.

- Self-starter and an individual contributor

- Legal experience from an FMCG or retail industry will be an advantage.

- Intellectual Property knowledge will be an advantage.

- Good organizational, time-management and follow-up skills with meticulous attention to detail.