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IDFC FIRST Bank

<div>
 
 Job Requirements
 
 
 
 Role/Job Title: Legal Counsel
 
 
 Function/ Department: Legal
 
 
 
 Job Purpose
 
 
 
 Ability to guide internal stakeholders on the risks and mitigants while entering partnerships, ventures, and safeguarding banks interest at times of documentation, execution, post execution checks and balances. Should have hands on experience in drafting and negotiation IT and Service contracts.
 
 
 
 Roles &amp; Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Contract Drafting and Review:
 
 
 
 This includes and have expertise in understanding the terminology of software licenses, SaaS agreement, PaaS Agreement, On prem license agreements, Hardware Procurement Agreement, Master Service IT Agreement, Data Processing Agreements, API Integration, Infosec Agreement, Data Centre Agreement, UPI Agreement, BBPS Agreements, FIP/FIU Agreements, Business Correspondent Agreements, Memorandum of Understanding, NDAs. Master Service Agreement, Referral Agreement etc.
 
 
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 Proven track record in drafting, reviewing and negotiating contract
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 Deep understanding of banking regulations and compliance requirement
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 Strong legal research and analytical skills
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 Excellent negation and communication skills
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 Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines
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 Competency in analysing and interpreting complex IT- contracts
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 Collaborate with compliance, risk, TPRM, Procurement, IT team on legal issues
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 Update internal policies and procedures for managing contracts
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 Monitor and inform on changes addressed by regulators, courts etc.
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 Co-ordinate with external advisors on complex issues resolution
 
 
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 </ul>
 Education Qualification: Bachelor&rsquo;s /Masters Degree in Law from recognised university
 
 
 Experience: 5 - 10 years in total experience.
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Legal Counsel

Clariant

<div><div>Job ID: 40854 | Location: Airoli, Maharashtra, India</div> 
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To provide result-driven, detail-oriented support in problem solving and project execution, while quickly adapting to Clariant's business and processes. The role demands strong business orientation, ethical conduct, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.</div><div> 

Responsibilities</div>
<div></div><ul><li>Draft, review, negotiate and finalize commercial and business-related agreements (e.g. Supply-, Distribution-, Tolling-Agreements, Confidential Disclosure Agreements, etc.), but also M&amp;A transactions, Joint Ventures and the like across geographies, for EMEA-Region.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensure efficient, consistent, and compliant agreement management as per legal and organizational standards and policies.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Advise and support Business Units and Functions.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external parties for timely contract execution.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Collaborate with external counsel to manage litigation, ensuring timely filings and responses.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Track regulatory updates and assessing impact on business operations.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Develop deep understanding of projects and propose legal/business risk mitigation strategies.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Apply strategic thinking with a strong problem-solving approach.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Leadership acumen, stakeholder management and business partnering skills.</li></ul></div>

Third Bridge Group

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 We connect the world&rsquo;s top investors and business leaders to the insights that shape investment decisions. From private equity firms and hedge funds to leading consultancies, our clients count on us to find the exact expert they need &mdash; fast.
 
 
 Since 2007, we&rsquo;ve grown to 1,500+ people across global financial hubs, becoming a trusted research partner to thousands of decision-makers. This is where ambitious people come to accelerate their careers.
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 You will be working within a dynamic and high-performing global legal team which is growing to keep pace with the fast-paced growth of Third Bridge. As the Legal Counsel based in Mumbai, you will be a trusted legal adviser to the business across the Asia-Pacific region, combining commercial contract expertise with regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and legal innovation - transforming legal from cost centre to growth enabler.
 
 
 
 Your Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
 
 
 
 Commercial Contracting (Primary Focus - 60%)
 
 
 
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 Drafting, negotiating and approving agreements with clients across APAC region (including without limitation client agreements, addendums and order forms)
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 Managing vendor contracts (including without limitation service/staff procurement, marketing, NDAs, property leases and content distribution)
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 Developing contract playbooks and templates to enable self-service for routine matters
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 Supporting the commercial team across Asian markets with contract negotiations
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Regulatory Compliance (10%)
 
 
 
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 Advising on financial services regulations, securities law, market abuse regulations and MNPI handling across APAC jurisdictions
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 Monitoring regulatory developments across key Asian jurisdictions (particularly India, China, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia) and assessing business impact
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 Supporting Compliance colleagues with frameworks and processes tailored to regional requirements
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 Maintaining insurance, supporting regulatory filings and enquiries in APAC markets
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 Advising on data protection and privacy laws across multiple APAC jurisdictions
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Corporate Governance (15%)
 
 
 
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 Managing local companies across APAC jurisdictions and other regulatory requirements
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 Preparing board papers, minutes and resolutions for regional entities
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 Maintaining statutory registers and corporate records
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 Supporting corporate transactions including share issuances, reorganisations and acquisitions
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 Ensuring compliance with local company law requirements across the region
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Legal Advisory &amp; Cross-Functional Collaboration (15%)
 
 
 
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 Efficiently responding to both local internal and external legal enquiries across commercial, regulatory, employment and governance matters
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 Providing integrated legal advice that balances risk with business opportunity
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 Working collaboratively with commercial, compliance, HR and finance teams on a cross-functional basis
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 Conducting legal research, monitoring law updates and analysing impacts on business operations
 </li>
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 Providing legal training to regional teams on contract fundamentals, regulatory compliance requirements (MNPI, expert networks), and corporate governance
 </li>
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 Proactively seeking ways to mitigate risks, improve efficiencies, and implement technology and AI solutions
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 <li>
 Working closely with the Global Head of Legal on strategic legal projects and process improvements
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Law degree from a recognised Indian university (LLB/BA LLB/BBA LLB) or equivalent qualification
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 5-7 years PQE with broad commercial and regulatory experience, preferably including experience in a law firm and in-house environment
 </li>
 <li>
 Regulatory compliance experience in financial services, securities law, or expert network regulations essential - understanding of market abuse, MNPI, and compliance frameworks required
 </li>
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 Strong contract negotiation and drafting skills with meticulous attention to detail
 </li>
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 Multi-jurisdictional experience across APAC region highly advantageous (India, China, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia)
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 Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
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 Comfortable making decisions independently, combined with strong commercial awareness and good business judgement to also know when to escalate issues
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 Experience and knowledge of IP and data protection laws across APAC jurisdictions
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 Technology enthusiasm and process improvement mindset - eager to leverage legal tech, AI solutions and automation
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 Ability to manage multiple matters across different legal areas simultaneously with strong project management skills
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 Desire to be challenged and to work independently on complex and time-sensitive projects
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 Collaborative team player who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Nice to have:
 
 
 
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 Additional language skills
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 Experience with expert network or information services businesses
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 Familiarity with US and UK legal frameworks
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 Experience implementing legal technology solutions
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Additional Information
 
 
 
 We ensure every team member is able to bring their best self to work as well as in their lives outside - take a look at our
 
 benefits
 
 :
 
 
 
 How will you be rewarded?
 
 
 
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 Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary reflective of your skills and experience.
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 Time Off: Benefit from 18 days of paid time off (PTO), 8 fixed holidays, 1 floating holiday, and 8 casual leaves. PTO increases with tenure.
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 Learning &amp;
 
 Development
 
 : Receive a personal development reimbursement yearly for customised learning programs. Additionally, a dedicated budget supports studies and job-related qualifications.
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 Health &amp; Well-being: Access private medical insurance, maternity benefits, and engage in various events promoting mental health.
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 Life Cover: Automatically enrolled in Life Insurance cover from your date of hire, providing coverage 4x the annual CTC.
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 Flexibility: Hybrid work options,Work from Anywhere program and flex days, offered at the company&rsquo;s discretion and subject to annual review.
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 Fun at Work: Unwind in our breakout area with games like foosball, Table Tennis, and PlayStation5.
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 Snacks &amp; Refreshments: Stay energised with daily snacks, tea, and coffee provided.
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 CSR Days: Contribute to social responsibility with 2 CSR days annually &ndash; take time off to volunteer.
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 Equal Opportunity Employer: Third Bridge is proud to foster diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local laws.
 
 
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 </ul>
 The successful candidate must, by the start of the employment, have permission to work in the country they are applying.
 
 
 We know that to be truly innovative, we need to have a diverse team around us. That is why Third Bridge is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you are not 100% sure if you are right for the role, please apply anyway and we will be happy to consider your application
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<div>
 
 Job ID:
 
 40854 |
 
 Location:
 
 Airoli, Maharashtra, India
 
 
 To provide result-driven, detail-oriented support in problem solving and project execution, while quickly adapting to Clariant's business and processes. The role demands strong business orientation, ethical conduct, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Draft, review, negotiate and finalize commercial and business-related agreements (e.g. Supply-, Distribution-, Tolling-Agreements, Confidential Disclosure Agreements, etc.), but also M&amp;A transactions, Joint Ventures and the like across geographies, for EMEA-Region.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure efficient, consistent, and compliant agreement management as per legal and organizational standards and policies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise and support Business Units and Functions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external parties for timely contract execution.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with external counsel to manage litigation, ensuring timely filings and responses.
 </li>
 <li>
 Track regulatory updates and assessing impact on business operations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop deep understanding of projects and propose legal/business risk mitigation strategies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Apply strategic thinking with a strong problem-solving approach.
 </li>
 <li>
 Leadership acumen, stakeholder management and business partnering skills.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s and Master&acute;s degree in Law from a reputed university.
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 All India Bar Examination (AIBE) and enrolled with the Bar Council of India preferred, but not mandatory.
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 Knowledge of Antitrust law.
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 Minimum 10+ years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE), ideally with a mix of leading law firm and in-house corporate exposure.
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 Proven skills in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts.
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 Hands-on experience in litigation support, including case management and documentation.
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 Experience managing cross-border transactions and international stakeholders.
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 Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to train and guide stakeholders.
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 Very good English language skills.
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 Willingness to travel.
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 Integrity, motivation to work together and ability to operate independently.
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 Prior exposure to the manufacturing or chemical industry preferred.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Our Offer
 
 
 
 
 Company Culture
 
 
 
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 Be part of an amazing team, who will be there to support you.
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 A forward-looking company, with a culture of innovation and a strong portfolio in sustainable technologies.
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 Ongoing Professional Development Opportunities
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 Inclusive Work Environment
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 Approachable Leadership
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 Long term growth opportunity
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 Work-Life Balance
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 Speak Up Culture
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 Women's Inclusion Network of Clariant (WIN)
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
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 Hybrid Work Model- 3 days in office and 2 days remote
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 Child Day Care facility fully sponsored by Clariant
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 In-house Cafeteria &amp; Subsidized meals
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 30 Days Annual Paid Leaves
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 Clariant-Sponsored Annual Health Check-Up
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 Centralized Company Transport for Designated Routes (Regular shift)
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 Employee Wellbeing &amp; Assistance Program
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 Group Medical Insurance, Group Personal Accident Insurance and Life Insurance
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 Maternity &amp; Parental leave policies
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 Performance-Based Competitive Annual Bonus Plan
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 On-Site Medical Assistance for Employees: Doctor Visits Available Three Days a Week with a Medical Attendant Present Five Days a Week in the Medical Room.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Your Contact
 
 
 
 Alka Sharma
 
 
 Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents &amp; Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.
 
 
 At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.
 
 
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 Learn more about Clariant
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 Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X and YouTube
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 Read more about our commitment for people - download our Employment Standards Brochure
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 </ul>
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YES BANK

<div>
 
 PROFILE &ndash;
 
 
 
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 Qualification:
 
 
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 i) LLB from any reputed law college/university in India.
 
 
 ii) Master&rsquo;s Degree/LLM from foreign or reputed domestic institutions will be preferred.
 
 
 iii) Should be or have worked in scheduled commercial banks or foreign banks or law firms, handling legal matters related to cross border transactions or related portfolio.
 
 
 iv) Should be well versed with Indian laws and regulations related to lending and security creation etc. related to wholesale banking portfolio.
 
 
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 PQE: 4-8 years of relevant work experience
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 Place of Joining: Candidate shall be required to join at the Registered office of the Bank situated in Mumbai. No hybrid structure of working shall be permissible.
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 Responsibilities:
 
 
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 </ul>
 i) Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing of transaction and security documents for domestic and cross-border lending transactions. Candidates should be familiar with APLMA/LMA documentation.
 
 
 ii) Liaison with external legal counsels (domestic and foreign) for handling cross-border transaction across multiple geographies.
 
 
 iii) Vetting of product/process notes, policies, terms and conditions etc., related to various products/services from IBU branches and business groups.
 
 
 iv) Analyzing legal issues related to statutory and regulatory risks/compliances and providing advisories/recommendations to business teams.
 
 
 v) Tracking and updating laws, rules and regulations, relevant to the Bank&rsquo;s business and policies.
 
 
 <ul>
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 Exclusion: (i) Candidates with relevant qualification and experience will only be considered (ii) Candidates with only Litigation or Retail portfolio or Collection profile shall not be considered (iii) No hybrid structure of working shall be permissible.
 </li>
 </ul>
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Spotify

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 At Spotify, we&rsquo;ve connected millions of people to their favorite songs and created a service that people use to discover and enjoy the music and podcasts they love. We&rsquo;ve launched in 184 markets&hellip;and counting! We strive to revolutionize the way people consume music and podcasts, and we&rsquo;ll need some very talented people to help us achieve our mission.
 
 
 We&rsquo;re hiring a Legal Counsel to join the Markets and Regulatory Legal team. This role will help support our commercial businesses, with a focus on India and the APAC region, but will help to support global projects as well. This role can be based in Mumbai, India.
 
 
 The Markets and Regulatory Legal Team supports a broad range of teams and functions within the company, including our Subscriptions, Ad Sales, Marketing, and R&amp;D organizations. As a lawyer for Spotify, you will partner with and provide legal guidance to our business teams across a wide range of stakeholders based in the APAC region, but also on a global basis as needed. Our products and agreements are innovative, progressive, and always evolving so it will be up to you to continuously assess and advise the teams on legal issues using a creative and pragmatic approach.
 
 
 What You'll Do
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead regulatory and compliance work for India and APAC, including advising on sector-specific regulations, monitoring regulatory developments, helping Spotify anticipate and manage legal change in the market.
 </li>
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 Handle legal and government interactions, including responding to regulatory inquiries, government requests, and enforcement actions, and supporting the Government Affairs team where necessary.
 </li>
 <li>
 Partner with cross-functional teams to support product launches and market initiatives, ensuring compliance with applicable laws in India and across APAC.
 </li>
 <li>
 Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including advertising, marketing, partnerships and other commercial deals that support Spotify&rsquo;s business in India and APAC.
 </li>
 <li>
 Improve our standard form agreements and legal processes that help us scale globally with a consistent but locally relevant approach.
 </li>
 <li>
 Work closely with our business teams to summarize and communicate legal concepts clearly and optimally and help them synthesize legal frameworks in developing their business strategies. This includes advising teams on legal risks, regulatory challenges and internal governance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with global legal and business teams to ensure alignment, share knowledge, and provide support on global projects and initiatives
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Who You Are
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Fully qualified lawyer, with a combined 5+ years of experience working in a law firm or in-house legal department.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in providing legal advice in jurisdictions across the APAC region, preferably including India.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience advising on regulatory, consumer protection, compliance, intellectual property, privacy, and other legal areas impacting online services.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong track record of working with a wide range of commercial agreements and providing practical and concrete advice to business partners.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Where You'll Be
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 This role is based in Mumbai
 </li>
 <li>
 We offer you the flexibility to work where you work best! There will be some in person meetings, but still allows for flexibility to work from home
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Spotify is an equal opportunity employer. You are welcome at Spotify for who you are, no matter where you come from, what you look like, or what&rsquo;s playing in your headphones. Our platform is for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and be forward-thinking! So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It&rsquo;s in our differences that we will find the power to keep revolutionizing the way the world listens.
 
 
 At Spotify, we are passionate about inclusivity and making sure our entire recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We have ways to request reasonable accommodations during the interview process and help assist in what you need. If you need accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know - we&rsquo;re here to support you in any way we can.
 
 
 Spotify transformed music listening forever when we launched in 2008. Our mission is to unlock the potential of human creativity by giving a million creative artists the opportunity to live off their art and billions of fans the chance to enjoy and be passionate about these creators. Everything we do is driven by our love for music and podcasting. Today, we are the world&rsquo;s most popular audio streaming subscription service.
</div>

Legal Counsel, India and APAC

Tata Communications

<div>
 
 
 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
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 This is a tactical role responsible for providing support to business teams for commercial and corporate transactions, advises and resolves commercial legal matters, conducts negotiation in commercial matters, advises the business on all disputes and potential disputes, and acts as a process-owner for all commercial legal processes.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Acts as the main escalation and supervision point for the Commercial Team
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 Advises on and resolves matters, including contract drafting and negotiation
 </li>
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 Coordinates the commercial team
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 s overall use of external counsel and legal support of other departments
 </li>
 <li>
 Conducts legal research and analysis on selected topics, prepares memoranda, opinions and position papers upon request
 </li>
 <li>
 Acts as main liaison point for banking and financing transactions
 </li>
 <li>
 resolves complex and general commercial transactions with minimal supervision
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist the operations in connection with the Company
 </li>
 <li>
 s Contract Management System and ensure strong coordination with various business units within the Company w.r.t same.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proactively addresses new processes to expedite legal support, legal documentation and management of risks
 </li>
 <li>
 Responsible for spearheading the department's improvement projects related to streamlining documentation and contracting processes
 </li>
 <li>
 Implements processes, procedures and documentation for new services
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintains the Company
 </li>
 <li>
 s standard template agreements (including service schedules) and related documentation;
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Desired Skill sets
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strong business acumen and understanding of commercial operations and financial principles.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Analytical mindset with proficiency in financial analysis and reporting.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities to drive business growth.
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of legal aspects related to commercial contracts and compliance requirements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proactive and adaptable with a track record of achieving commercial targets and objectives.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Job
 
 
 Profile for Deputy General Manager - Legal Counsel
 
 
 
 
 (Mumbai)
 
 
 
 Tata Communications is seeking a highly motivated and
 
 
 qualified lawyer to join its legal department.
 
 
 The position is based in Mumbai, India.
 
 
 The successful candidate will be part of the Tata Communications Legal
 
 
 Team and will report to AVP, Legal.
 
 
 The primary focus of the role is to lead all
 
 
 legal aspects, escalations, and supervision points relating to commercial for
 
 
 India, Middle East, Central Africa and global procurement matters for Tata
 
 
 Communications. Specifically, the
 
 
 successful candidate will strategize and advise on contract drafting and
 
 
 negotiation, lease agreements, vendor compliance, RFPs, complex transactions, as
 
 
 well as commercial disputes/potential disputes in coordination with litigation
 
 
 team. The successful candidate will
 
 
 coordinate the team&rsquo;s use of external counsel and legal support of other
 
 
 departments such as HR and the management team; conduct legal research and
 
 
 analysis on selected topics; prepare memoranda, opinions and position papers
 
 
 upon request; support in-life contract matters such as interpretation of terms,
 
 
 preparation and interpretation of amendments; ensure all matters are handled in
 
 
 a swift, efficient and cost-effective manner with minimal supervision.
 
 
 
 
 Other Specific Responsibilities Include:
 
 
 
 
 Review
 
 
 drafting and negotiating &ldquo;standard&rdquo; and &ldquo;non-standard&rdquo; commercial agreements
 
 
 for the provision of services, with minimal supervision; advise business/sales
 
 
 team of relevant issues; supervise team on the same. Manage multiple matters at
 
 
 a time. Ensure timely closure of transactions in accordance with company
 
 
 strategy and policies.
 
 
 Apply
 
 
 strategic and innovative thinking to support new business, including for the
 
 
 review and launch of new products and services.
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Spearhead improvement projects related to
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 streamlining documentation and contracting processes to bring agility and
 
 
 simplification. Create needed templates. Implement processes, procedures and
 
 
 documentation for new services. Maintain standard template agreements
 
 
 (including service schedules) and related documentation. Work on cross
 
 
 functional team projects.
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ensure strong coordination across various
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 business units and management teams.
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Proactively manage risk management; document and
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 manage legal risks and communicate same to business clients and management.
 
 
 Advise on implementation of risk registry.
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Team management- Regularly review team structure
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 and assess talent requirements; participate in the recruitment and selection
 
 
 process for team reporting to this position; conduct goal setting and
 
 
 performance review for the team; drive team development, engage and reward
 
 
 initiatives; provide/ensure training for counsel and business/sales teams on
 
 
 legal or related issues where required; build relationships with sales and
 
 
 business teams/senior managers.
 
 
 Develop
 
 
 knowledge/apply skills to interface with and refer matters to other legal
 
 
 department teams as required (including procurement, compliance, regulatory and
 
 
 litigation).
 
 
 Other duties
 
 
 as assigned.
 
 
 
 
 Skills, Qualifications And Core Strengths:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Experience of negotiating global or
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 multi-jurisdiction contracts and deals.
 
 
 Qualified with excellent academic background
 
 
 Law Degree from a reputable university/institution. He/she should be qualified
 
 
 in India with minimum post qualification experience of 12 to 15 years in
 
 
 corporate commercial law and
 
 
 
 Experience
 
 
 
 in managing and mentoring a team;
 
 
 
 Experience
 
 
 
 in domestic and international corporate, commercial and contract law.
 
 
 
 Experience
 
 
 
 in transactional matters, especially relating to telecommunications (strongly
 
 
 preferred) or other technology industries. Should have experience in working
 
 
 across management levels and in international business environments.
 
 
 Excellent
 
 
 communication, technical and negotiation skills, with the ability to work
 
 
 autonomously and manage multiple transactions and persons across a range of
 
 
 relevant jurisdictions.
 
 
 Excellent technical drafter with a strong understanding of contract
 
 
 law, the judgment to escalate items where appropriate to other legal teams (e.g.
 
 
 compliance/regulatory).
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Experience
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 of managing multiple matters at a time, including complex transactions, and
 
 
 proactively engaging with internal stakeholders to drive a deal to closure;
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 The
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 ability to think out of the box and to apply strategic and innovative thinking
 
 
 to support the business;
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ability to
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 work autonomously (with minimal supervision), and yet work collaboratively with
 
 
 other members of the legal team, with judgment to escalate issues where
 
 
 appropriate;
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Excellent
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 communications skills; ability to work in an unstructured, fast-paced, multi-cultural
 
 
 environment;
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Understanding
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 of different cultures and legal systems and ability to make fast, accurate on
 
 
 the spot decisions on complex legal issues facing companies on a daily basis;
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Deputy General Manager - Corporate Legal

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