Legal Counsel - FMCG

Looking for a highly motivated Company Secretary and attorney to oversee the legal aspects of a reputed Multinational company; provide general legal advice regarding its India business operations.

The position is located in Mumbai.

Responsibilities :

- Work on all legal aspects & provide legal advice and support regarding corporate structure and Legal entities in India.

- Create cross-team collaboration; involve significant contact and coordination with business clients and other Legal Division colleagues in India and overseas

- Collaborate with management to devise efficient defence strategies

Areas to focus :

Market operations :

Providing legal advice related to :

- General labour and employment matters;

- Compliance and internal investigations, including those involving alleged violations of the Company's Purpose, Values and Principles

- Employee discipline and departures

- Employee compensation and benefits.

Corporate :

- Fully conversant with the company secretarial functions - handling Board & Shareholders meetings, manage filing of returns, maintenance of statutory records etc. to ensure compliance with the Company Law and the Securities Laws/Listing Agreement etc.

- Draft and solidify agreements, contracts and other legal documents to ensure the company's full legal rights.

- Research and evaluate different risk factors regarding business decisions and operations

Requirements :

- Associate Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ACS) and also a law graduate (LL.B) and passed the Bar.

- 7-10 years of experience in the legal field, preferably expertise in commercial/corporate law.

- Outstanding communication skills

- Proven ability to work as a member of a team.