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Swiggy

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 Ways of Working
 
 
 &ndash; Employees will work from the Bangalore office 2-3 days in a week and other days remotely.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About Swiggy
 
 
 
 
 Swiggy is India&rsquo;s leading on-demand delivery platform with a tech-first approach to logistics and a solution-first approach to consumer demands. With a presence in 500+ cities across India, partnerships with hundreds of thousands of restaurants, an employee base of over 5000, a 2 lakh+ strong independent fleet of Delivery Executives, we deliver unparalleled convenience driven by continuous innovation. Built on the back of robust ML technology and fuelled by terabytes of data processed every day, Swiggy offers a fast, seamless and reliable delivery experience for millions of customers across India.
 
 
 From starting out as a hyperlocal food delivery service in 2014, to becoming India&rsquo;s leading on-demand convenience platform today, our capabilities result not only in lightning-fast delivery for customers, but also in a productive and fulfilling experience for our employees.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Roles &amp; Responsibilities:
 
 
 
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 Facilitate acquisition of compliance certificates, licenses, noc&rsquo;s, registrations and other compliance documents for the compliance of the business;
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 Audit and implement compliance policies;
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 Support legal and business stakeholders on a variety of compliance issues and transactions, including, potential conflicts of interest, high-risk payments, appropriate segregation of duties, and audit and report compliance with the statutory compliance matters;
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 Organize and deliver compliance training and communications in integrity and compliance culture;
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 Be a key contributor to developing and implementing new compliance policies;
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 Strong interfacing with internal auditors to address significant matters.
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 Prepare MIS reports and report compliance in the Compliance Tool.
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 Have effective and professional communication with peers, colleagues, stakeholders, external counsels and consultants.
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 Willingness to travel for office work.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Desired Skills:
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 1+ years experience post LLB in compliance function, including audit, risk assessment, and mitigation;
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 Suitable maturity, judgment, and expertise when addressing compliance-related issues and dealing with both internal and external clients;
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 Ability to work across diverse and cross-functional teams;
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 Well conversant with applicable laws with special emphasis on researching, understanding food laws, food industry laws, legal metrology, APMC, drugs and cosmetics law, insecticide law, logistics, and e-commerce related laws and compliance, internet and technology-related laws, and laws regarding software as a service.
 </li>
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 Professional Qualification: A bachelor of Laws is a must; added diplomas in compliance-related courses would be an added bonus.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by the law.
 
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Legal Counsel I (Compliance)

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
 
 
 
 <ul>
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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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 <li>
 Supervise a team of procurement legal professionals to ensure quality, timely, and compliant contract support to internal clients.
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 <li>
 Provide legal support on all HR, tax and regulatory related matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Dispute resolution and litigation management with support of external counsel
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Leadership
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Supervise and mentor a junior in-house lawyer and a team of legal professionals supporting global procurement operations.
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 <li>
 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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 <li>
 Ownership of Diageo legal policies (Anti-bribery, AML, etc).
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 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.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct data privacy risk assessments, DPIAs, and compliance audits.
 </li>
 <li>
 Liaise with global privacy teams, government authorities, and internal stakeholders on data protection matters.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Company Secretarial Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
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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.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Investigation &amp; Risk Support
 
 
 
 <ul>
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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.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise on POSH requirements.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Customer Engagement &amp; Governance
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Work closely with senior leaders and business heads across functions, providing commercially sound legal advice aligned with strategic priorities.
 </li>
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 Support internal policy development, risk mitigation initiatives, and compliance frameworks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Build strong working relationships with internal and external partners, including regulators, vendors, and legal advisors.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 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.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 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

Neokred

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 Neokred
 
 is a FinTech company based in Bangalore and an ISO 9001 | 27001, 27701 &amp; 20000-1 certified firm in Information and Data Security. The company builds Consumer Tech for Financial Infrastructure stack to provide curated versions of embedded banking in the payment ecosystem. We've created a platform which enables Corporates, Banks, FinTechs, Retail Companies, and Start-ups to launch their own banking services or financial products, such as payment solutions, facilitating lending, virtual bank accounts, KYC and digital profiling for their customers or employees with the help of low code plug and play technology stack.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE ROLE:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re seeking a skilled
 
 Legal Counsel
 
 to manage the entire contract lifecycle and support all legal operations across Neokred&rsquo;s business verticals, including
 
 banking and payments, data verification and SaaS platforms, consent and privacy technology, voucher and rewards aggregation, and international fintech expansion
 
 . Your responsibilities will include ownership of regulatory and law enforcement correspondences, legal interpretation, and collaboration with internal compliance and external counsel to ensure timely and accurate legal actions.
 
 
 
 
 
 Your
 
 KRAs
 
 will include the following:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 1. Contract Lifecycle Management
 
 
 
 
 
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 Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts such as MSAs, NDAs, SLAs, vendor agreements, partnership agreements, and consultancy contracts across multiple business lines.
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 Understand diverse business and revenue models within banking, payments, SaaS, and data-driven technology sectors to ensure legally and commercially aligned documentation.
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 Maintain contract version control, deviation records, and ensure timely closure and renewals.
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 Participate in contract-level negotiations with partners, vendors, and clients to protect Neokred&rsquo;s legal and commercial interests.
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 Manage the full lifecycle from drafting and execution to amendments and termination.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 2. Regulatory and Legal Correspondence
 
 
 
 
 
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 Take full operational ownership for responding to notices, summons, and communications from regulators and law enforcement agencies.
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 Interpret the scope and implications of each notice, identify required actions, and coordinate with the Risk &amp; Compliance o&ffilig;ce and external counsel for appropriate filings or responses.
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 Maintain a centralized tracker of all active and closed legal, regulatory, and law enforcement matters.
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 Assist or represent Neokred, where required, in hearings, submissions, or clarifications under supervision.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 3. Legal Advisory and Compliance Alignment
 
 
 
 
 
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 Provide legal guidance on operations within fintech, payments, data protection, consent management, and cross-border business frameworks.
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 Work closely with the Risk &amp; Compliance o&ffilig;ce to ensure organizational policies reflect current regulatory and legal requirements.
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 Conduct legal risk assessments for vendor and merchant engagements.
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 Support documentation related to data protection, AML, and regulatory compliance.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 YOU SHOULD POSSESS:
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 5 to 8 years of comprehensive legal experience, along with an LLB from a reputable institution.
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 3&ndash;4 years of experience in corporate or commercial law, preferably in fintech, payments, SaaS, or technology-led businesses.
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 Proven skills in contract drafting, negotiation, and legal interpretation.
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 Familiarity with financial, data, and privacy laws including RBI, NPCI, IT Act, and DPDP/ GDPR frameworks.
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 Prior exposure to regulatory or law enforcement correspondence preferred.
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 Strong written English, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deliverables simultaneously.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Note:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Only candidates whose experience and skill sets closely match the requirements will be contacted.
 
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Legal Counsel (Only Fintech)

YourTribe

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 What We Do
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re building the Identity Infrastructure for the internet&mdash;helping businesses verify users and prevent fraud at scale. Why This Role Matters With legal requirements evolving rapidly in the tech, AI, and identity space, this is a unique opportunity to take end-to-end ownership of high-impact legal work across the board&mdash;from client negotiations and IP protection to risk management and data privacy compliance.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Who You Are
 
 
 
 
 
 
 You&rsquo;re a curious, self-driven legal professional with 2&ndash;4 years of relevant experience. You&rsquo;re excited to work in a lean, fast-paced environment where you&rsquo;ll own legal processes and get end-to-end exposure to product, data, commercial, and corporate legal matters.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Outcomes Expected
 
 
 
 
 Month 1:
 
 
 Learn the Ropes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Get up to speed on HyperVerge&rsquo;s business, products, and legal operations. Understand our contract types, compliance approach, and negotiation process. Begin shadowing reviews and assisting with basic documentation.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Months 1&ndash;3:
 
 Start Owning Work Take ownership of standard contracts (NDAs, MSAs, vendor agreements). Support negotiations with clients alongside senior counsel. Deliver accurate legal work and maintain internal trackers and documentation.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Month 4 Onwards:
 
 Build Legal Muscle Lead end-to-end negotiations for routine contracts. Support product, ops, and fi nance teams with legal needs. Contribute to process improvements (templates, clause banks) and assist in IP, compliance, and data privacy efforts.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 ● Review, draft, negotiate, and vet commercial agreements (including SaaS, licensing, data sharing, MSAs, NDAs, etc.)
 
 
 ● Support in ensuring compliance with data protection laws (DPDP, GDPR, CCPA, etc.)
 
 
 ● Contribute to internal compliance, IP protection, and risk management frameworks
 
 
 ● Liaise with external counsels, partners, and regulators when needed
 
 
 ● Stay updated on evolving legal and regulatory landscapes and proactively inform internal stakeholders
 
 
 ● Assist in developing and maintaining internal legal processes and templates
 
 
 ● Provide strategic legal inputs during product development and client onboarding Requirements ● 2&ndash;4 years of experience in a law fi rm or as in-house counsel (TMT, Fintech, or General Corporate)
 
 
 ● LL.B. required (LL.M. or certifi cations in data privacy/fi ntech are a plus)
 
 
 ● Strong skills in legal drafting and negotiation
 
 
 ● Understanding of software licensing, technology transfers, and data privacy
 
 
 ● Clear, confi dent communication&mdash;able to simplify legal concepts for non-legal teams
 
 
 ● Ability to manage multiple legal matters autonomously
 
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Associate Legal Counsel

PUMA Group

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 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.
 </li>
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 Drafting and Reviewing Legal Documents: Drafting and reviewing legal documents such as contracts, policies, and procedures.
 </li>
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 Managing Disputes, Recovery, and Litigation: Handling legal disputes and working on dispute resolution.
 </li>
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 Ensuring Compliance: Monitoring and ensuring compliance of contracts with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
 </li>
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 Risk Management: Identifying and assessing legal risks, developing strategies to mitigate those risks, and advising on risk management best practices.
 </li>
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 Staying Updated on Legal Developments: Keeping abreast of changes in laws and regulations and their potential impact on the organization.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 KPIs and qualitative measures:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 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
 </li>
 <li>
 Contract Risk Assessment Score risk levels identified in contracts
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 <li>
 Number of compliance incidents or violations
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 <li>
 Legal involvement in business initiatives
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 Average response time to internal requests
 
 
 </li>
 </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.
 
 
 </li>
 </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.
 </li>
 <li>
 Good understanding of the business environment and evolving legislative practices.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven experience in drafting legal contracts.
 </li>
 <li>
 Crisis management and problem-solving ability/experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Critical thinking and a problem-solving mindset.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent oral and written communication skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Results-oriented and a self-starter with a can-do attitude and the mindset of not mistaking familiarity for knowledge.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to research, learn, and rely on legal points; works collaboratively as a team member within the legal team and cross-functionally.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong organizational and prioritization skills, effective time management, and attention to detail and accuracy.
 
 
 </li>
 </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

Freshworks

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 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>
 </ul>
 
 Additional Information
 
 
 
 
 At Freshworks, we have fostered an environment that enables everyone to find their true potential, purpose, and passion, welcoming colleagues of all backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, religions, and ethnicities. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and believe that diversity in the workplace creates a more vibrant, richer environment that boosts the goals of our employees, communities, and business.
 
 Fresh vision. Real impact. Come build it with us.
 
 
 
 
</div>

IP & Product Counsel

Hitachi Rail

<div>
 
 
 About Us
 
 
 
 
 A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there&rsquo;s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that&rsquo;s where you come in.
 
 
 
 
 Description
 
 
 
 
 
 Hitachi Rail
 
 is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated
 
 Senior Legal Counsel, India
 
 who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in
 
 Bangalore, India.
 
 
 
 
 
 About Us
 
 
 
 
 A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organization to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there&rsquo;s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that&rsquo;s where you come in.
 
 
 
 About the Position:
 
 
 
 To ensure compliance with corporate governance rules, regulatory obligations, and provide strategic legal support across the APAC business. The Senior Legal Counsel will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the company&rsquo;s legal interests while enabling business growth and operational efficiency.
 
 
 
 Key Accountabilities:
 
 
 
 
 Corporate Governance &amp; Compliance
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Oversee implementation of corporate governance actions in line with relevant laws and regulations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure timely and accurate performance of regulatory and legislative obligations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Supervise maintenance of company registers and legal documentation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Interacting with the compliance function.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Legal Advisory &amp; Business Support
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Provide senior-level legal support to business units across APAC, including Japan-based and India-focused operations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise on complex legal matters including M&amp;A, finance transactions, and intellectual property.
 </li>
 <li>
 Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, NDAs, and strategic agreements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Taking conduct of significant Indian based legal matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Interpreting, negotiating and closing out complex deals for the Rail Sector Business Unit in India.
 </li>
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 Interpreting and guiding senior management in relation to regulatory and legislative requirements.
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 Taking conduct of significant arbitrations and litigations.
 
 
 
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 Stakeholder Engagement
 
 
 
 
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 Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including Interfacing with senior management of Indian Hitachi Rail entity.
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 Coordinate and instruct external legal counsel to ensure quality and cost-effective legal services.
 
 
 
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 Risk Management &amp; Strategy
 
 
 
 
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 Identify legal risks and develop mitigation strategies.
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 Support strategic planning and decision-making with legal insights.
 
 
 
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 Performance Criteria
 
 
 
 
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 Timely compliance with legal and regulatory deadlines.
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 High quality and accuracy of legal outputs.
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 Effective stakeholder engagement and internal client satisfaction.
 
 
 
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 Education/Qualifications and Skill Sets Preferred:
 
 
 
 
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 Law degree (LLB or JD) and admission to practice in relevant jurisdictions. Additional CS qualification and experience will be valuable too.
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 Minimum 8-10 years PQE, with a mix of private practice and in-house experience, preferably with experience at an international industrial company.
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 Proven track record in corporate law, regulatory compliance, and contract negotiation.
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 Experience working across APAC jurisdictions and in a multinational industrial company is highly desirable.
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 Knowledge and experience gained in rail, oil &amp; gas, power, aero, or the automotive industry sectors would be highly beneficial
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 Demonstrated interpersonal skills and communication ability to work in a culturally diverse organization and with multiple key stakeholders.
 
 
 
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 Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at
 
 
 https://www.hitachirail.com/careers
 
 
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 At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone.
 
 
 We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view.
 
 
 It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
 
 
 
 
 We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail
 
 
 
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Senior Legal Counsel, India

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