Job Summary
As a Corporate Counsel specializing in Contract Management and Litigation, you will play a crucial role in ensuring legal compliance, managing contractual relationships, and representing the company in litigation matters. Reporting to Head of Legal & M & A, you will provide strategic legal advice, negotiate contracts, and handle litigation matters to protect the company's interests and mitigate legal risks.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Contract Management:
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including vendor agreements, customer contracts, licensing agreements, and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs).
- Ensure contracts comply with company policies, regulatory requirements, and applicable laws.
- Develop and maintain contract templates, standard clauses, and contract management processes to streamline contract review and approval.
2. Contract Compliance and Enforcement:
- Monitor contract performance and compliance with contractual obligations.
- Address contractual disputes and breaches, and negotiate resolutions with counterparties.
- Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure effective contract administration and enforcement.
3. Litigation Management:
- Manage and oversee litigation matters involving the company, including commercial disputes, employment-related claims, regulatory proceedings and criminal cases.
- Develop litigation strategies, and represent the company in court proceedings and alternative dispute resolution forums.
- Provide legal advice and risk assessments to inform business decisions and mitigate litigation exposure.
4. Risk Assessment and Mitigation:
- Conduct legal research and analysis to assess legal risks associated with business operations, contracts, and regulatory compliance.
- Provide proactive legal advice and recommendations to mitigate risks and support strategic objectives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement risk management strategies and controls.
5. Compliance and Regulatory Affairs:
- Stay informed about relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends affecting the company's business operations.
- Advise management on legal and regulatory compliance requirements, including data privacy, consumer protection, and anti-corruption laws.
- Develop and implement compliance programs, policies, and training initiatives to promote ethical conduct and compliance culture.
6. Relationship Management:
- Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, external counsel, regulatory agencies, and business partners.
- Serve as a trusted legal advisor to business units and senior management, providing timely and practical legal guidance.
7. Government Relations
- Develop and maintain relationships with government agencies, departments, and officials at local, regional, and national levels.
- Act as a liaison between the company and government bodies, ensuring compliance with regulations, laws, and policies.
- Coordinate meetings, discussions, and consultations with government representatives to address company-related matters.
Please title your application withsubject line: -"Corporate Counsel (Contract management and Litigation)"
Candidates meeting the above-required qualifications are invited to send their CV through careers@samanu.com
Femalecandidates areencouraged to apply. Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for an interview.