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Tesco Business Solutions

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 About the role
 
 
 This role will report into Tesco's legal team based in Bengaluru and support Tesco's UK-based Tesco's Heads of Legal for Litigation and Employment (UK), predominantly in
 
 relation to mass action litigation. The role will also support with Litigation work streams including liaising with internal stakeholders and external lawyers / advisors.
 
 
 
 
 You will be responsible for
 
 
 Following our Business Code of Conduct and always acting with integrity and due diligence and have these specific risk responsibilities:
 
 Mass action litigation:
 
 You will work closely with Tesco's UK-based Heads of Legal for Litigation and Employment, and Tesco's external solicitors, producing written work and updates to both teams. This will include:
 
 &bull; Horizon scanning (including press and social media searches) and preparing regular (daily) summaries of relevant updates.
 
 &bull; Updating and maintaining trackers with details of claims brought, withdrawn or amended and preparing monthly status updates.
 
 &bull; Renewing annual document hold notice distribution; updating and maintaining document preservation trackers with details of internal document custodians, in-scope systems and third parties who hold documents relevant to the claim. Responding to ad hoc internal queries re same.
 
 &bull; Monitoring internal mailbox for business queries relating to the Equal Pay litigation and preservation of documents relevant to the claim.
 
 &bull; Reviewing and running searches against internal documents to fact-find in response to queries and prepare summaries of findings.
 
 &bull; Making internal inquiries within Tesco to answer factual questions from external solicitors and reporting back to solicitor team.
 
 Wider Litigation support:
 
 &bull; Information and document gathering from internal Tesco stakeholders in response to queries from the business and external lawyers / advisors.
 
 &bull; Preparing and distributing Document Preservation Notices for new and ongoing matters, maintaining tracker of responses and leading annual refreshers.
 
 &bull; Investigating and resolving bailiff letters, warrants of control and other low value payment demands (with supervision from the Group Litigation team).
 
 &bull; Horizon scanning and sharing internal updates re relevant litigation and retail industry news.
 
 &bull; Contributing to the maintenance of legal templates, process-maps and best-practice guides.
 
 
 
 
 You will need
 
 
 Excellent project management skills and ability to manage numerous projects
 
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 Strong interpersonal skills and highly team-orientated, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders across all parts of the business.
 
 
 
 &bull; A readiness to work on a broad range of matters and develop your knowledge of the business quickly.
 
 
 
 &bull; The ability to work independently and cross-functionally under pressure.
 
 
 
 -Good expertise in Litigation support in a multinational organisation/LPO
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Whats in it for you?
 
 
 At Tesco, we are committed to providing the best for you.&nbsp;
 
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 As a result, our colleagues enjoy a unique, differentiated, market- competitive reward package, based on the current industry practices, for all the work they put into serving our customers, communities and planet a little better every day.&nbsp;
 
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 Our Tesco Rewards framework consists of pillars - Fixed Pay, Incentives, and Benefits.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
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 Total Rewards offered at Tesco is determined by four principles - simple, fair, competitive, and sustainable.&nbsp;
 
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 Salary
 
 - Your fixed pay is the guaranteed pay as per your contract of employment.&nbsp;
 
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 Performance Bonus
 
 - Opportunity to earn additional compensation bonus based on performance, paid annually&nbsp;
 
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 Leave &amp; Time-off
 
 - Colleagues are entitled to 30 days of leave (18 days of Earned Leave, 12 days of Casual/Sick Leave) and 10 national and festival holidays, as per the company&rsquo;s policy.&nbsp;
 
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 Making Retirement Tension-FreeSalary
 
 - In addition to Statutory retirement beneets, Tesco enables colleagues to participate in voluntary programmes like NPS and VPF.&nbsp;
 
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 Health is Wealth
 
 - Tesco promotes programmes that support a culture of health and wellness including insurance for colleagues and their family. Our medical insurance provides coverage for dependents including parents or in-laws.&nbsp;
 
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 Mental Wellbeing
 
 - We offer mental health support through self-help tools, community groups, ally networks, face-to-face counselling, and more for both colleagues and dependents.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
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 Financial Wellbeing
 
 - Through our financial literacy partner, we offer one-to-one financial coaching at discounted rates, as well as salary advances on earned wages upon request.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
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 Save As You Earn (SAYE)
 
 - Our SAYE programme allows colleagues to transition from being employees to Tesco shareholders through a structured 3-year savings plan.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
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 Physical Wellbeing
 
 - Our green campus promotes physical wellbeing with facilities that include a cricket pitch, football field, badminton and volleyball courts, along with indoor games, encouraging a healthier lifestyle.&nbsp;
 
 
 About Us
 
 
 At Tesco, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in treating everyone fairly and with respect, valuing individuality and uniqueness to create a true sense of belonging. Diversity and inclusion are deeply embedded in our values&mdash;we treat people how they want to be treated. Our goal is for all colleagues to feel they can be themselves at work, and we are committed to helping them thrive. Across the Tesco group, we are building an inclusive workplace that actively celebrates the cultures, personalities, and preferences of our colleagues, who in turn contribute to the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.&nbsp;
 
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 &nbsp;At Tesco Bengaluru, we are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer, highlighting our commitment to creating a supportive environment for individuals with disabilities. We are dedicated to offering equal opportunities for all candidates and encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. Our recruitment process is fully accessible, and we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments during interviews. If you need any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know. We are here to ensure that everyone has the chance to succeed.&nbsp;
 
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 &nbsp;We also believe in fostering a work environment where you can excel both professionally and personally. Our hybrid model allows you to work flexibly&mdash;spend 60% of your week collaborating in person with colleagues at our office locations or local sites, and the rest of the time working remotely. We understand that everyone&rsquo;s life journey is unique, whether you are starting your career, pursuing passions, or navigating life changes, and we are here to support you. Flexibility is a core part of our culture, and we encourage open conversations about how we can best accommodate your needs, so talk to us throughout your application process on the support required.
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Lead-Legal Counsel -Litigation

Tesco Bengaluru

Infosys

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 Job Description:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Prepare memos on complex regulatory issues;
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 Liaise with external counsel as required, to enable the Infosys group&rsquo;s global regulatory compliances;
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 Review and finalize draft employment policy documents, employment contracts;
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 Negotiate with clients and partners to resolve contractual deadlocks;
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 Provide advice to Infosys&rsquo; stakeholders to resolve issues, particularly in the areas of transfer of employment, termination of employment, social security contributions, employee benefits;
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 Prepare and approve responses on behalf of Infosys group prior to submission to courts, tribunals and regulatory authorities;
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 Execute litigation strategy;
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 Coordinate litigation and other legal matters handled by external counsel;
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 Liaise with insurers in order to properly manage contentious matters;
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 Contribute research papers to the knowledge repository to enhance the knowledge base of the Infosys group legal function;
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 Provide training on employment law issues to Infosys&rsquo; stakeholders.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications and Experience
 
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 Fully qualified lawyer with 3-5 years of post-qualification experience.
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 Previous employment law experience preferred, but not mandatory.
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 </ul>
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Legal Counsel (APAC Employment Laws)

DIAGEO India

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Job Title
 
 
 
 Associate Vice President, Legal
 
 
 
 About The Function
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re legal experts, understanding the sophisticated laws that surround our business and our much-loved brands. Our Legal team are responsible for a range of legal challenges, from Corporate and Intellectual Property to Merger &amp; Acquisitions and Compliance.
 
 
 We&rsquo;re always seeking new and creative ways to take on the evolving challenges that today&rsquo;s commercial world presents. Our talented colleagues around the world are not just outstanding lawyers but also brilliant communicators and advisors. Whatever your skill as a lawyer, your distinct and valuable perspective will be celebrated and nurtured in our inclusive culture.
 
 
 
 About The Team
 
 
 
 Reports To: Senior Counsel, Global Business Operations
 
 
 Department: Legal
 
 
 Team Leadership: Member of the DBS extended leadership team. Supervises one in-house counsel and has oversight of a small team of procurement-focused legal professionals for legal shared services tower.
 
 
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 
 Position Summary
 
 
 
 We are looking for experienced Senior In-House Counsel to lead the legal function for Diageo&rsquo;s largest shared services hub in India (two offices between Bangalore and Gurgaon). This varied role combines responsibilities as legal advisor, Data Protection Officer (DPO), and Company Secretary, while also providing oversight on procurement contracting, investigations, and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will play a key role in handling a legal support team, engaging directly with senior collaborators, and delivering strategic, risk-aware legal solutions.
 
 
 
 Role And Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Legal &amp; Contractual Oversight
 
 
 
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 Provide experienced legal counsel to DBSI functions including procurement, HR, finance, IT, compliance, CSR, facilities, and operations.
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 Lead and supervise the negotiation, review, and execution of sophisticated commercial agreements, including outsourcing arrangements, vendor contracts, service-level agreements, SaaS and technology deals, real estate projects, settlement agreements.
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 Supervise a team of procurement legal professionals to ensure quality, timely, and compliant contract support to internal clients.
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 Provide legal support on all HR, tax and regulatory related matters.
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 Dispute resolution and litigation management with support of external counsel
 
 
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 Leadership
 
 
 
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 Supervise and mentor a junior in-house lawyer and a team of legal professionals supporting global procurement operations.
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 Lead a high-performing, service-oriented legal team within DBSI.
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 Implement best practices, knowledge sharing, and professional development initiatives across the team.
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 Ownership of Diageo legal policies (Anti-bribery, AML, etc).
 
 
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 Data Protection Officer (DPO)
 
 
 
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 Serve as the DPO for India operations, ensuring compliance with India&rsquo;s DPDP Act, GDPR, other relevant privacy regulations and Diageo&rsquo;s data privacy policies.
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 Conduct data privacy risk assessments, DPIAs, and compliance audits.
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 Liaise with global privacy teams, government authorities, and internal stakeholders on data protection matters.
 
 
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 Company Secretarial Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Act as Company Secretary for the India legal entity (as required), ensuring full compliance with Companies Act, 2013 and related statutory obligations.
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 Support board meetings, filings with the Registrar of Companies (RoC), and maintenance of statutory registers and records.
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 Collaborate with external secretarial consultants and advisors when necessary.
 
 
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 Investigation &amp; Risk Support
 
 
 
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 Provide legal oversight in internal investigations, including employee misconduct, whistleblower complaints, fraud, and compliance breaches.
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 Collaborate with HR, Business Integrity, and Audit teams to ensure fair, well-documented investigations and appropriate legal responses.
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 Advise on POSH requirements.
 
 
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 Customer Engagement &amp; Governance
 
 
 
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 Work closely with senior leaders and business heads across functions, providing commercially sound legal advice aligned with strategic priorities.
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 Support internal policy development, risk mitigation initiatives, and compliance frameworks.
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 Build strong working relationships with internal and external partners, including regulators, vendors, and legal advisors.
 
 
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 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
 
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 Indian-qualified lawyer with 10&ndash;12 years of post-qualification experience, preferably with a combination of law firm and in-house roles in a multinational company.
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 Experience in leading legal support for shared services or centralized legal functions is preferred but other relevant experience will be considered
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 Proven expertise in contract negotiation, corporate governance, data privacy, and regulatory compliance.
 
 
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 Flexible Working Statement
 
 
 
 Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you so that you&rsquo;re supported to handle your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one.
 
 
 
 Rewards &amp; Benefits Statement: (TE)
 
 
 
 
 Diversity Statement
 
 
 
 Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. And crafting an inclusive culture, where everyone feels valued and that they can belong, is a crucial part of this.
 
 
 We accept diversity in the broadest possible sense. This means that you&rsquo;ll be wencouragedand celebrated for who you are just by being you. You&rsquo;ll be part of and help build and champion an inclusive culture that celebrates people of different gender, ethnicity, ability, age, sexual orientation, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, mindsets, and more.
 
 
 Our ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products companies in the world. Join us and help transform our business as we take our brands to the next level and build new ones as part of crafting the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world.
 
 
 Feel inspired? Then this may be the opportunity for you.
 
 
 If you require a reasonable adjustment, please ensure that you gather this information when you submit your application.
 
 
 
 Worker Type
 
 
 
 Regular
 
 
 
 Primary Location:
 
 
 
 Bangalore Karle Town SEZ
 
 
 
 Additional Locations :
 
 
 
 
 Job Posting Start Date
 
 
 
 2025-05-07
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Associate Vice President, Legal

PUMA Group

<div>
 SPEED &amp; SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy and all genders are welcome. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.
 
 
 
 YOUR MISSION:
 
 
 
 
 Position Summary:
 
 As a Senior Legal Counsel, the incumbent will work with the Head of Legal or the Head of the respective business. They will handle diverse business transactions, ensuring such transactions are properly recorded through agreements after ascertaining all relevant facts. The role involves staying updated on legal developments, drafting, reading, and reviewing agreements, advising on legal risks, and handling disputes. The Senior Legal Counsel will be responsible for providing legal advice and support to PUMA India, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and mitigating legal risks. They will also ensure that agreements and transactions are lawfully recorded, that all relevant points of law (including amendments and changes) are duly considered, and that appropriate guidance is provided to business teams.
 
 
 
 Key Objectives:
 
 
 
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 Advising on Legal Matters: Providing expert legal guidance to the team and other stakeholders on various legal issues, including contract negotiation and risk management.
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 Drafting and Reviewing Legal Documents: Drafting and reviewing legal documents such as contracts, policies, and procedures.
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 Managing Disputes, Recovery, and Litigation: Handling legal disputes and working on dispute resolution.
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 Ensuring Compliance: Monitoring and ensuring compliance of contracts with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
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 Risk Management: Identifying and assessing legal risks, developing strategies to mitigate those risks, and advising on risk management best practices.
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 Staying Updated on Legal Developments: Keeping abreast of changes in laws and regulations and their potential impact on the organization.
 
 
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 KPIs and qualitative measures:
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Application of the law to the facts and its interpretation
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 Contract review turnaround time and number of contracts reviewed/processed during a given period
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 Contract Risk Assessment Score risk levels identified in contracts
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 Number of compliance incidents or violations
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 Legal involvement in business initiatives
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 Average response time to internal requests
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Organizational Relationships:
 
 
 
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 Internal: Key business teams, Internal Team
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 External: External legal counsel and Judicial/ Quasi-Judicial Authority.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 YOUR TALENT:
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications and Functional Competencies:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 LLB from a reputed law college, with 15+ years of experience and strong knowledge of the law.
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 Good understanding of the business environment and evolving legislative practices.
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 Proven experience in drafting legal contracts.
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 Crisis management and problem-solving ability/experience.
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 Critical thinking and a problem-solving mindset.
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 Excellent oral and written communication skills.
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 Results-oriented and a self-starter with a can-do attitude and the mindset of not mistaking familiarity for knowledge.
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 Ability to research, learn, and rely on legal points; works collaboratively as a team member within the legal team and cross-functionally.
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 Strong organizational and prioritization skills, effective time management, and attention to detail and accuracy.
 
 
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 </ul>
 PUMA supports over 19,000 employees across 120+ countries. The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.
 
 
 PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.
</div>

Senior Legal Counsel

Amazon

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 Description
 
 
 
 An Indian subsidiary of Amazon.com, (a US based MNC) in the ecommerce business, has an exciting opening for a smart, young candidates for the role of &ldquo;Associate Corporate Counsel&rdquo;, with 3-5 years of post-qualification experience to provide legal advisory and contract management support to various businesses of Amazon in India. The position is based in Bangalore and is for a fixed term of 3 years. The ACC will report to a Corporate Counsel / Senior Corporate Counsel position based in Bangalore.
 
 
 The Attorney will partner with the legal team and their business operations clients to achieve operational excellence, advise on a range of issues to ensure compliance with local regulations, including secretarial compliance. The attorney will also be responsible for end-to-end negotiation and documentation of a variety of third party contractual relationships, including procurement contracts, master service agreements, sales, advertising agreements, and NDAs. The Attorney must have excellent written and oral communication skills as this position involves direct contact with principal business owners.
 
 
 Key job responsibilities
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Providing ongoing legal counseling and advise on a wide range of legal areas, such as intellectual property, digital media, e-commerce marketplace, company secretarial and regulatory compliance
 </li>
 <li>
 Resolving issues that arise in existing commercial relationships and handling pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience and strong skills in drafting and end-to-end negotiation of contracts while ensuring that all contracts align with company policies, legal requirements, and business objectives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to review various program constructs for new and existing business initiatives, develop/refine terms and conditions for different programs and services
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to review and approve promotional artwork and advertisements across print and digital media and ensure that all marketing materials comply with Amazon standards
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent ability to analyze and assess business processes, understand business requirements, draft scope of contract, etc. Ability to function autonomously yet communicates laterally and upwardly with ease.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong legal and business judgment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset to effectively communicate and coordinate complex issues and projects with diverse levels of management and employees.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Basic Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 3+ years of legal experience
 </li>
 <li>
 LL.B. (undergraduate law degree) from a recognized university in India
 </li>
 <li>
 Associate Member (ACS) with Institute of Company Secretaries India (ICSI) with a valid membership with ICSI.
 </li>
 <li>
 Practicing lawyer or an in-house attorney within a reputable law firm or legal department in a reputable company, with primary and autonomous responsibility in client advisory, reviewing, drafting and negotiating the legal terms of a broad range of standard commercial contracts
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
 
 
 
 
 Company
 
 - Consolidated Frontizo - G74
 
 
 Job ID: A3118291
</div>

Associate Corporate Counsel

Freshworks

<div>
 
 Organizations everywhere struggle under the crushing costs and complexities of &ldquo;solutions&rdquo; that promise to simplify their lives. To create a better experience for their customers and employees. To help them grow. Software is a choice that can make or break a business. Create better or worse experiences. Propel or throttle growth. Business software has become a blocker instead of ways to get work done.
 
 
 
 There&rsquo;s another option. Freshworks. With a fresh vision for how the world works.
 
 
 
 At Freshworks, we build uncomplicated service software that delivers exceptional customer and employee experiences. Our enterprise-grade solutions are powerful, yet easy to use, and quick to deliver results. Our people-first approach to AI eliminates friction, making employees more effective and organizations more productive. Over 72,000 companies, including Bridgestone, New Balance, Nucor, S&amp;P Global, and Sony Music, trust Freshworks&rsquo; customer experience (CX) and employee experience (EX) software to fuel customer loyalty and service efficiency. And, over 4,500 Freshworks employees make this possible, all around the world.
 
 
 
 
 Fresh vision. Real impact. Come build it with us.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 
 Overview
 
 
 
 Freshworks is seeking a hands-on, sharp, and experienced IP &amp; Product Counsel to join our legal team to provide practical and strategic legal advice on intellectual property, product development, commercialization, open-source compliance, data privacy, and regulatory matters. You will work closely with Product, Engineering, Marketing, and Commercial teams to protect and advance Freshworks innovation agenda while enabling business growth. We seek a thoughtful, creative, and collaborative individual who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic, and intellectually challenging work environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Intellectual Property Management
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Patent Strategy &amp; Portfolio Management:
 
 Work closely with Product and Engineering teams to identify, capture, and strategize patentable innovations. Conduct brainstorming sessions to identify IP arising from product roadmaps and new features.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Patent Prosecution:
 
 Serve as the primary liaison between external patent counsel and internal technical experts. Draft, review, and coordinate patent applications and claims with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (prior USPTO experience required). Maintain invention disclosure policies and procedures.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Patent Review Board:
 
 Act as a key member of Freshworks' Patent Review Committee, evaluating invention disclosures and making strategic decisions on patent filings.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Trademark Management:
 
 Prepare, file, and manage trademark applications globally. Conduct trademark clearance searches, monitor registrations, and manage enforcement actions including cease-and-desist letters, takedown notices, and cybersquatting matters. Must have experience with United States trademark process and Madrid protocol for international trademark registration.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Brand Counsel:
 
 Advise Marketing and Product teams on branding strategies, trademark implications of new product names, and brand protection initiatives.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 IP Litigation Support:
 
 Assist internal and external counsel with patent and trademark litigation, claims review, oppositions, and dispute resolution matters.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Open Source &amp; Software Compliance
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Open Source Compliance:
 
 Advise Engineering teams on open-source software (OSS) license compliance, including GPL, MIT, Apache, and other licenses. Support operationalization of OSS compliance processes and tooling.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Copyright &amp; DMCA:
 
 Handle inbound DMCA notices, copyright infringement claims, and takedown processes.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Product Counselling &amp; Commercialization
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Product Development Advice:
 
 Provide legal guidance throughout the product lifecycle from ideation to launch on IP ownership, licensing, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Product Launch Support:
 
 Partner with the Senior Product Counsel in conducting legal due diligence for new product launches and features. Develop and maintain product release checklists, playbooks, and scalable legal processes.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Commercial Agreements:
 
 Support the commercial legal team in drafting and updating IP related provisions in contract templates, customer agreements, and playbooks (e.g., licensing terms, IP ownership, indemnities, warranties).
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Third-Party Integrations &amp; Partnerships:
 
 Support the commercial legal team in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements related to product development, integrations, developer tools, APIs, third-party software, and technology.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Privacy, Data Security &amp; Regulatory Compliance
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Privacy &amp; Data Protection:
 
 Advise on privacy and data security matters, including compliance with GDPR, CCPA, DORA and other global data protection regulations. Collaborate with Privacy and Security teams on product features involving data collection, processing, and storage.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Legal Updates on IP &amp; AI:
 
 Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting IP, product development, open source, SaaS, AI and technology sectors. Provide timely updates and actionable guidance to stakeholders. Provide guidance on responsible AI development and deployment.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Regulatory Review:
 
 Review marketing materials, web properties, product communications, and documentation for IP, regulatory, and compliance considerations.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Cross-Functional Collaboration
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Trusted Business Partner:
 
 Build strong, trusted relationships with Product, Engineering, Marketing, Sales, and other business stakeholders. Serve as a strategic advisor to the teams you support.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Process Improvement:
 
 Drive continuous improvement of legal processes, templates, and playbooks to enable scalability and operational efficiency.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Training &amp; Education:
 
 Educate internal teams on IP best practices, compliance requirements, and risk management strategies.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Education:
 
 Graduate degree in Computer Science / Engineering and law (both) with excellent academic performance.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Experience:
 
 8-12 years of legal experience in intellectual property, product counselling, and technology law, ideally in a combination of law firm and in-house roles in a multi-national company within the SaaS/software/technology industry.
 
 Experience of working with USPTO and international trademark prosecution is required.
 
 
 
 Experience with non-US global IP filings and cross-border regulatory compliance is preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 IP Expertise:
 
 Proven experience in patent prosecution, trademark management, IP portfolio strategy, and IP enforcement.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Product Counselling:
 
 Strong background in advising on product development, commercialization, and regulatory compliance for SaaS or software products.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Contract Drafting &amp; Negotiation:
 
 Demonstrated ability to draft, review, and negotiate complex technology agreements including licensing, development, and partnership agreements.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Privacy &amp; Data Security:
 
 Familiarity with global data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA, etc.) and their application to technology products.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Open Source Knowledge:
 
 Experience advising on open-source software licensing and compliance.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Skills &amp; Competencies
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Strategic Thinking:
 
 Ability to balance legal risk with business objectives and provide practical, business-oriented legal advice.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Communication:
 
 Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-legal stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Collaboration:
 
 Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust and credibility across cross-functional teams.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Agility:
 
 Flexibility and eagerness to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with competing priorities and tight deadlines.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Problem-Solving:
 
 Creative, solutions-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating legal risks.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Attention to Detail:
 
 Meticulous attention to detail in drafting, reviewing, and managing legal documents and processes.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Ownership &amp; Accountability:
 
 Self-starter with a high degree of ownership, accountability, and ability to work independently.
 
 
 </li>
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 Additional Information
 
 
 
 
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