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Senior Legal Professional
Career Experts · posted 6 months ago
Gurugram, Mumbai +1 moreadmin
About the role
About Aptia
Aptia Group is one of the largest defined benefits & pension administration platforms in the UK & US.
Aptia India will provide & deliver client centric services to the business globally. More on Aptia
Job Description
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Company |
Aptia Group India Limited |
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Position/ Title |
Senior Legal professional – Designation to be based on relevant experience |
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Department |
Legal |
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Location |
Mumbai / Pune / Gurgaon |
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Role & Responsibilities |
● Review, analyze, & draft a wide range of contracts & agreements, including but not limited to vendor contracts, service agreements, licensing agreements, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), & other legal documents. ● Engage in contract negotiations with external parties to ensure the best interests of the company are represented while maintaining positive business relationships. ● Ensure that all contracts & agreements adhere to applicable laws, regulations, & company policies and detrimental clauses. ● Identify & assess potential legal risks associated with contracts & provide proactive solutions to mitigate such risks and ability to conduct Legal due diligence. ● Maintain a contract management system to monitor contract status, key milestones, & renewals. ● Provide legal advice and guidance to internal stakeholders on contractual matters, Statutory and regulatory issues, potential risks, & legal implications. ● Stay updated with relevant legal developments & precedents to enhance legal knowledge & ensure best practices in contract law. ● Work closely with the legal teams across the group and other departments to support cross-functional initiatives and legal projects. ● Create contract and communication templates, discuss legal strategy and advise on recent legislations and their impact on business ● Fair knowledge of litigation procedures in US, UK and India
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General Skills |
● Excellent written & verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex legal concepts in a clear & concise manner. ● Ability to create and articulate presentations to various stakeholders ● Good people management and mentoring skills ● Strong analytical & problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail ● Ability to manage multiple tasks & prioritize responsibilities effectively ● A collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. ● Flexibility to handle evolving legal situations and adapt to changing business needs. ● Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct. |
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Technical Skills |
● In-depth knowledge of contract law principles, contract drafting, and negotiation. ● Knowledge of US, UK and India statutory and legislative requirements. ● Familiarity with contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite |
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Prior Experience |
● 12-18 years of experience working at a Senior position with exposure to UK and US procedures and Jurisdiction , preferably in a corporate or shared services environment. ● Experience in reviewing cross border agreements, & knowledge of recent regulatory and statutory updates. |
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Qualifications |
● Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) ● Additional qualifications, such as an LLM, would be a plus |
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Reporting To |
Chief Legal Officer, India |