Legal Executive – Contract & MoU Vetting

Legal Executive – Contract & MoU Vetting

Location: Chennai ( Vadapalani )
Department: Legal & Compliance
Job Type: Full-time
Experience: 2–6 years

Job Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Executive / Legal Associate to review, draft, and vet legal documents including contracts, agreements, and MoUs. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of corporate and contract law, excellent drafting skills, and the ability to support internal teams with legal guidance and compliance.

Key ResponsibilitiesContract Vetting & Drafting

• Review, draft, and finalize commercial agreements, service agreements, vendor contracts, NDAs, lease documents, and other legal instruments.
• Ensure accuracy, clarity, and legal soundness in all contracts.
• Identify risks, liabilities, and ambiguities; recommend risk mitigation strategies.
• Ensure contracts comply with internal policies and statutory requirements.

MoU Evaluation & Finalization

• Vet MoUs for partners, vendors, consultants, and external stakeholders.
• Ensure clear definition of responsibilities, deliverables, financial terms, and timelines.
• Recommend changes to protect organizational interests.

Legal Advisory & Support

• Provide legal opinions and support to internal teams (HR, Finance, Operations, Procurement, etc.).
• Assist teams in negotiations and execution of agreements.
• Address legal queries and ensure compliance with applicable laws.

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain an updated repository of legal documents and templates.
• Support compliance requirements such as stamping, registration, and notarization.
• Track and ensure timely renewal, modification, and closure of agreements.

Risk Management

• Identify legal risks and recommend preventive and corrective measures.
• Monitor regulatory updates and provide guidance to internal stakeholders.

Qualifications & SkillsEducation

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law (LLB / LLM) from a recognized institution.

Experience

• 2–6 years of experience in corporate legal functions, preferably in contract vetting and legal documentation.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of contract law, corporate law, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to simplify complex legal concepts for non-legal teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office and legal documentation tools.
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability.

Key Competencies

• Critical thinking and legal risk assessment
• Confidentiality and ethical judgment
• Strong interpersonal & communication skills
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Effective stakeholder management

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vadapalani, Chennai, Tamil Nadu: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have in Legal Executive – contract vetting, drafting, or legal documentation?
• How many years of experience do you have in reviewing and drafting contracts such as NDAs, service agreements, vendor agreements, and MoUs?
• What is your highest qualification in Law?
• Do you have knowledge of corporate law, contract act, and regulatory compliance?
• Are you proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal documentation tools?
• Do you have experience maintaining legal document repositories or contract management systems?
• Do you have experience in providing legal opinions to cross-functional teams (HR, Finance, Operations, Procurement)?
• Are you licensed/eligible to practice law in India?
• Are you a Immediate joiner? If no, please state notice period.

Work Location: In person