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Tata Communications

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 About The Company
 
 
 
 Tata Communications Redefines Connectivity with Innovation and IntelligenceDriving the next level of intelligence powered by Cloud, Mobility, Internet of Things, Collaboration, Security, Media services and Network services, we at Tata Communications are envisaging a New World of Communications
 
 
 
 Role Overview
 
 
 
 We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Legal Counsel to join our Legal Services Group. The selected candidate will provide legal support across various business verticals, focusing on commercial contracts, procurement, and corporate legal matters. This role requires close collaboration with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure legal compliance and risk mitigation.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Contract Management:
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 Draft, review, and negotiate routine commercial contracts including customer-facing and procurement-facing agreements.
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 Prepare special terms and conditions for customer order forms, purchase orders, NDA, Statements of Work (SOWs), and other legal documents.
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 Legal Support:
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 Provide day-to-day legal assistance to global commercial and procurement legal teams.
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 Support business and user teams in finalizing legal documentation such as restructuring documents, contract amendments, and vendor/customer agreements.
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 Risk Analysis:
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 Review tender documents and Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to identify and assess legal risks.
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 Corporate Legal Activities:
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 Assist in general corporate and administrative legal matters within the team.
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 Contribute to the creation and maintenance of legal documentation for various business units.
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 Stakeholder Collaboration:
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 Work closely with business teams and other internal functions to deliver timely and effective legal support.
 
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 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (LL.B);
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 6 months &ndash; 3 years of experience in commercial contract law, preferably in a corporate or law firm setting.
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 Strong understanding of contract law, procurement processes, and risk management.
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 Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
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 Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
 
 
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 What We Offer
 
 
 
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 A dynamic and inclusive work environment.
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 Opportunities for professional growth and development.
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 Exposure to global legal practices and cross-functional collaboration
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Executive - Corporate Legal

Pidilite Industries Limited

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 Key responsibilities include managing contracts, overseeing litigation and dispute resolution, and offering strategic business advisory services. The role requires proactive collaboration with various functions such as Operations, Sales, Marketing, and HR, ensuring compliance and protecting the organization's interests in both organic and inorganic growth initiatives.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Areas of Law expertise:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Statutory and regulatory laws related to compliance for factory, depot, and distribution locations of the company, e-commerce regulations, legal metrology, consumer laws, contract laws, labour and employment laws, negotiable instruments cases, civil recoveries, advertising and marketing laws, property laws, arbitration, NCLT proceedings, IPR laws (especially trademark, copyright, and enforcement actions on counterfeit/copycats), Criminal laws, Civil Law, environmental laws, and working knowledge of tax laws.
 
 
 
 
 
 The incumbent is required to travel to different units of the company across India, attend court hearings all over India, support in IPR enforcement actions across India.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Litigation &amp; Dispute Management
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Managing Cases in areas of NI Act, Civil Money Recovery, Shares, Property, Labour, Criminal, Consumer etc., before Courts, Tribunals, Quasi-judicial bodies. To ensure that litigations are filed and attended in a time bound manner.
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 Close co-ordination with external Advocates &amp; Law firms who are handling company&rsquo;s litigations.
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 Developing a Litigation and dispute Resolution strategy, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for cost effective timely filing of resolution of disputes and litigations, including out of court settlements in coordination with commercial department.
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 IT enablement - Developing and monitoring Database, SOP, MIS for Domestic and International litigations.
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 Specific focus on Customer Recovery Management &amp; Consumer cases
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 Detailed monthly monitoring of Debtors in close coordination with the cross-function team with regards to &ndash;
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 Debtors&rsquo; credibility
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 Amount of outstanding dues
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 Legal status (whether already under litigation)
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 To decide on legal action to be initiated with the sole objective of recovering outstanding dues as per SOP vide &ndash;
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 Sending Demand Notice
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 Pre negotiation as alternative dispute resolution strategy.
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 Criminal complaint
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 To file Civil / Summary / Commercial suit/NCLT.
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 Filing cheque bouncing matters
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 Filing Interim Applications against IRP/RPs wherever applicable.
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 Attending hearings
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 Handling Consumer Litigation, Notices and Complaints before litigations, attending hearings and ensure no negative orders.
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 Legal Business Advisory
 
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 Drafting and vetting agreements related to factory and warehouse operations, as well as different divisions and functions.
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 Handling agreements and due diligence related to property acquisitions, such as leave and license agreements, lease agreements for factories and warehouses, and supporting the commercial team in due diligence and the purchase of lands and properties.
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 Preparing guidance notes on areas of law applicable to the company's business, especially in manufacturing and warehouse operations, employment laws, and distribution laws and regulations. Ensuring 100% compliance by identifying gaps and opportunities and taking remedial actions in a timely and collaborative manner.
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 Preparing a manual of consolidated laws and regulations applicable to the company's business in India. Updating the manual with changes in laws and regulations, ensuring compliance, and proactively building awareness among internal stakeholders about applicable laws and compliance requirements.
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 Attending and replying to legal or government notices related to factory laws, employment laws, and other notices, and monitoring the matters thereafter.
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 Intellectual Property Laws:
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Enforcement of IPR through Criminal &amp; Civil Actions such as John Doe Orders/Civil Suits. Attending raids through court appointed commissioners.
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 Support to the IPR Team for the trademark registration related matters and additionally Infringement/Passing off matters.
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 Support to Legal Head for the Review Meetings
 
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 Ensure effective participation in divisional DRMs to obtain feedback on IPR and recovery matters.
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 Maintain regular and continuous communication with internal business stakeholders.
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 Interface and review regularly to manage external advocates, law firms, and senior counsel.
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 Develop and implement processes for legal clearance of various activities.
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 Support the Legal Head in legal research and provide advice on day-to-day business queries in emerging legal areas, as per business needs.
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 Experience:
 
 
 6+ years in in-house legal team exposure in large scale Manufacturing, FMCG, chemical industries.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Educational Qualifications
 
 
 : LL.B., LL.M. (optional) from reputed law school in India.
 
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MANAGER LEGAL

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 About The Company
 
 
 
 Tata Communications Redefines Connectivity with Innovation and IntelligenceDriving the next level of intelligence powered by Cloud, Mobility, Internet of Things, Collaboration, Security, Media services and Network services, we at Tata Communications are envisaging a New World of Communications
 
 
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 Contract Management - Drafting, reviewing, redlining, and negotiation of commercial contracts, including service agreements, procurement contracts, partnership agreements, RFPs and other legal documents.
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 Communicate legal concepts in simple ways to internal and external stakeholders
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 Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including senior management, business leaders, and clients to ensure legal alignment with business goals
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 Legal Technology: Utilize Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) tools and other legal technology platforms
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Assistant Manager - Corporate Legal

BNP Paribas

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 What is this position about?
 
 
 
 
 
 If you like to be at the forefront driving progress and development, doing things better for your clients and your career, unleash your potential at BNP Paribas.
 
 
 We are seeking an experienced qualified lawyer/documentation specialist to join BNP Paribas&rsquo; Legal Support team in Mumbai. The Legal Support team currently comprises three (3) full-time, permanent team members and we are looking to expand the capabilities of the Legal Support team to support our growing business in the APAC region. The successful candidate will primarily provide support to the Structured Securities LEGAL, APAC team on (i) the issuance of structured securities (i.e. securities with an embedded derivative or other structured pay-off) under BNPP&rsquo;s securities issuance programmes and (ii) legal and documentation issues which relate to those securities (e.g. lifecycle events). The successful candidate will work closely with other members of the Structured Securities LEGAL, APAC team based in Hong Kong on a variety of legal, documentation and administrative tasks.
 
 
 
 
 
 Our ideal candidate is a person who (i) has broad experience in documenting structured securities issuance in the international capital markets, (ii) has a genuine interest in financial markets, derivatives and structured finance transactions and (iii) demonstrates strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in documentation tasks.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What would be your typical day at BNPP Paribas look like?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Primary Role Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 In this role, you will be responsible for providing support to the Structured Securities LEGAL, APAC team, based in Hong Kong, on transactional matters relating to all types of structured securities which are marketed and distributed to BNP Paribas&rsquo; clients across APAC (the
 
 Primary Coverage Area
 
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 Preparing draft documents for securities issuances (e.g. Pricing Supplements and/or Final Terms) based upon playbooks, guidelines and other internal procedures;
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 Supporting internal stakeholders from front, middle and back office teams on all aspects of the securities issuance process and on lifecycle events;
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 Working with the Structured Securities LEGAL, APAC team to manage legal risks relating to BNPP&rsquo;s securities issuance business in accordance with CIB LEGAL standards as well as other internal guidelines and procedures; and
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 Assisting with any ancillary matters related to the above or otherwise assigned from time to time.
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 Other contributions
 
 
 
 
 You will also be expected to demonstrate:
 
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 Strong technical knowledge, experience and ability (including analytical skills) within the Primary Coverage Area;
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 Ability to review and draft legal documentation in English; and
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 Ability to communicate effectively and confidently with individuals at all levels of seniority and from diverse cultures.
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 What is required for you to succeed
 
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 In order to succeed, you should:
 
 
 
 Have a willingness to take ownership of assigned matters and projects;
 
 
 Have a pro-active and &ldquo;can-do&rdquo; attitude;
 
 
 Have the ability to independently progress legal-related assignments/projects and drive them through to completion;
 
 
 Have a commercial minded, solutions-focused approach;
 
 
 Be detail oriented but also able to act with perspective;
 
 
 Be adaptable;
 
 
 Be intellectually curious;
 
 
 Be well-organised and capable of managing multiple tasks in a timely manner;
 
 
 Have the ability to work as part of a team including, without limitation, making updates/reports to your supervisor and your colleagues properly and in a timely manner; and
 
 
 Be fluent in English.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Required education/certification/licenses.
 
 
 
 
 Prospective candidates should have a qualified lawyer and at least six (6) to ten (10) years post-graduation experience in a role which is relevant to the Primary Coverage Area. Candidates who do not hold this qualification but have extensive experience in similar roles and can demonstrate a high level of technical expertise will be considered.
 
 
 
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Manager/ AVP - Legal Documentation (Structured Securities)

Nykaa

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 Job Title :
 
 Associate Manager - Legal
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Overview :
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are seeking a seasoned in-house lawyer with 6-8 years of experience in civil and criminal litigation, disputes management as well as managing IPRs in India and Internationally.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Manage civil and criminal litigation matters including coordinating with external counsels
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 Draft, review and negotiate legal documents
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 Provide legal advice and support to various internal departments on dispute strategy, compliance and risk management
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 Support external lawyers for matters before courts, tribunals and regulatory bodies and in arbitrations.
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 Monitor timelines and ensure compliance with procedural requirements related to litigation and dispute resolution
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 Maintain accurate case records, legal opinions and outcomes
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 Stay updated with relevant legislative changes that impact litigation and compliance
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 Skills &amp; Qualification :
 
 
 
 
 
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 Approx 6-8 years of experience working in litigation / disputes management roles. Prior experience working in-house and liaising with business stakeholders. Candidate should have worked in house for atleast 2-3 years and a couple of years in a law firm / advocate / solicitor&rsquo;s office.
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 LLB degree from recognized law school.
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 Proven track record of managing both civil and criminal litigation matters in a corporate and legal setting
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 Experience managing disputes and Ip in a tight and controlled budget.
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 Strong knowledge of civil and criminal litigation processes and procedures
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 Experience in handling litigation, coordination with external law firms
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 Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills for legal documents and stakeholder management
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 Ability to interpret laws, precedents and legal procedures
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 Understanding of corporate compliance, regulatory requirements and risk management framework
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 Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple ongoing litigation matters and deadlines.
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 Proficiency in managing legal technology tools and documentation.
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 Experience working on provakil tool would be good to have.
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Legal Counsel

Weatherford

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 Weatherford is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join our Legal Team based in India. This position is responsible for providing direct support to the legal team across the MENA and Asia Pacific regions, reporting to the Senior Paralegal. The role includes in-house paralegal responsibilities as well as managing efficiencies across the group. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Manage the corporate affairs of legal entities across the MENA and ASIA Pacific regions, including corporate governance, restructuring, incorporations, liquidations, Annual General Meetings (AGMs) and Ordinary General Meetings (OGMs), and overseeing the execution of all corporate changes to these entities.
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 Review a variety of corporate contracts, including leases, inter-company agreements, share/asset transfer agreements, shareholder agreements, and nominee agreements.
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 Draft and prepare various legal documents such as resolutions, powers of attorney, certifications, and other corporate legal documentation.
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 Play a significant role in the preparation and coordination of documentation for major divestitures, collaborating closely with the head office in Houston, Texas, and working alongside top-tier U.S. law firms involved in the transactions
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 Liaise with local and overseas governmental authorities (e.g., Department of Economic Development, Zonescorp, and notary publics) to complete corporate-related transactions and filings.
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 Work closely with internal teams, including Tax, Finance, Commercial Operations, and PRO teams, to ensure the smooth completion of transactions requiring corporate legal input.
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 Manage relationships with external parties such as external counsels, joint venture partners, agents, accountants, and other stakeholders involved in corporate matters.
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 Ensure all corporate operations and legal processes comply with the company&rsquo;s ethics and business conduct policies.
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 Manage legal invoicing for the legal team, using our internal tracking system called Legal Tracker, including reviewing and posting invoices to Tracker, opening and closing matters, liaising with external clients (i.e., law firms and corporate agents) to process invoices.
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 Required Skills:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent qualification in law, legal studies, or a related field.
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 Minimum of 3 years of experience as a legal assistant/paralegal in a law firm and/or corporate law department.
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 Familiarity with corporate governance processes, contract documentation, and regulatory filings will be considered an advantage.
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 Candidates need not be qualified lawyers but should demonstrate a strong understanding of legal and corporate procedures, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
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 Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and follow-up skills.
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 Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
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 Excellent organizational and time management skills, with attention to detail.
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 Proficiency in managing complex projects and meeting deadlines.
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 Strong knowledge of corporate law, business transactions, and regional regulatory requirements.
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 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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 Fluency in English is required; proficiency in additional languages (e.g., Arabic) is an advantage.
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 Advanced proficiency in software programs such as MS office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, DocuSign; experience with document management systems (e.g. iManage) and entities management software (e.g. GEMS) is a plus, and other document management systems. The ability to use these tools effectively to track and manage corporate documents, contracts, and transactions is essential
 
 
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 About Us
 
 
 
 Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.
 
 
 When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger &ndash; a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other&rsquo;s successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.
 
 
 Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Legal Associate - Corporate Affairs

Vivriti Asset Management

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 About Vivriti Group:
 
 
 
 
 Vivriti Group is a pioneer in the Mid-Market Lending space providing tailored debt solutions to mid-sized entities. The group has the following businesses:
 
 
 
 Vivriti Capital Limited
 
 , a systematically important NBFC (NBFC ND-SI) regulated by RBI. As on date, Vivriti Capital has disbursed USD 3 billion across 300+ enterprise borrowers and is rated A+ by CRISIL.
 
 
 
 Vivriti Asset Management
 
 , subsidiary of Vivriti Capital, is a fund manager to fixed income alternate investment funds (AIFs). As on date, Vivriti Asset Management has across funds, raised commitments of over USD 500 million from 900+ Institutional and private contributors. Vivriti AMC has also made investments of over USD 575 million across 80+ entities.
 
 
 Over the last four years, the group that consists of two companies &ndash; Vivriti Capital, a unique enterprise fintech NBFC, and Vivriti Asset Management, India&rsquo;s fastest growing digital alternate debt fund manager, has built significantly on its vision. Vivriti presently manages assets in excess of US $ 1.2 billion, has offices in Chennai, Mumbai, and Bangalore, and consists of a high-powered team of 350+.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the team and role
 
 
 
 Your role will involve undertaking the legal structuring of transactions, relationships and providing timely advice and legal handholding for the internal stake holders. The team will also be responsible in managing the corporate legal support activities by delivering legal opinions / advice on the legal matters across the organizations departments and various organizational transactions.
 
 
 
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 Due diligence from lenders perspective, review of key contracts and existing borrowing documents, tile search reports. Ability to conduct research over MCA portal for filing of charge/charge creation etc.
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 Articulating legal risks and preparing summary diligence reports.
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 Drafting and negotiation of debenture issue documentation/structured credit instruments with the Issuers. Security creation documentation and advice.
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 Should keep abreast with the latest legal and regulatory changes/ requirements and adhere to such requirements.
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 Required Skills
 
 
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 Be a qualified lawyer with 2-4 years of experience working in a law firm or with a legal department of asset management company, NBFC or Bank.
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 Working knowledge of Alternative Investment Funds.
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 Understanding of credit products, loans and debentures.
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 Good research skills and skills in dealing with external advisors/service providers.
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 Possess good oral, written communication, and interaction skills.
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 Be ambitious and passionate and ability to work effectively under pressure.
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Associate Legal Counsel

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