Contracts and Legal Operations Executive

Job Title: Contracts and Legal Operations Executive
Location:  Vidyaranyapura, Bengaluru
Department: Legal
Reports To: Director - Corporate Counsel
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Up to ₹4.5 LPA (Base + Bonus)

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Contracts and Legal Operations Executive to join our Legal Team. This role will support the Director - Corporate Counsel in managing legal operations, contract drafting and negotiation, legal compliance, and administrative legal functions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of contract law, corporate legal processes, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.

• Support the Director - Corporate Counsel in managing legal operations across the organization.

• Draft legal letters, notices, and internal legal communications.

• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Operations, and other departments on employment, tax, regulatory, and corporate law-related matters.

• Handle essential legal administrative tasks, including documentation, filings, and legal records management.

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts, including vendor agreements, service contracts, NDAs, and MSAs.

• Manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle - from initiation and review to execution and renewal.

• Ensure all contracts comply with company policies, applicable laws, and regulatory requirements.

• Track key contract milestones, obligations, and renewals.

• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure contracts align with business objectives.

• Assist with licensing requirements, including applying for and renewing employment agency licenses and certifications.

• Monitor changes in Indian, US, and Canadian regulations affecting contracts and business operations.

• Conduct legal risk assessments on contracts and recommend mitigation strategies.

• Develop and maintain internal compliance policies and procedures to ensure regulatory alignment.

• Master's degree in Law (LL.M.); postgraduate qualifications in business law or international law are a plus.

• 2-3 years of experience in corporate legal support, contract management, or legal operations.

• Proven expertise in contract drafting, reviewing, and negotiation.

• Familiarity with legal frameworks across India, the United States, and Canada.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational ability.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

• Experience working in a staffing, IT services, or consulting firm.

• Knowledge of employment, tax, and corporate compliance laws.

• Hands-on experience with contract management software or legal documentation systems.

• Exposure to international legal operations and multi-jurisdictional contract work.

• Fast-paced, growth-oriented environment with a supportive team culture.