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JPMorganChase

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 Join our dynamic and fast paced team in Legal function that works closely with other lawyers and business partners located globally.
 
 
 
 Job Summary
 
 
 
 As a Legal Support Team - Counsel within the Legal team, you will provide legal services to various Lines of Business and Practice Group attorneys. You will be responsible for the delivery of one or more functions, focusing on specific Practice Groups and/or regions.
 
 
 
 Job Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of corporate documents with clients, including non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), non-reliance letters (NRLs), and confidentiality joinder agreements.
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 Conducting legal research and analyzing laws and requirements.
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 Engaging in other special projects, as needed.
 
 
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 Required Qualifications, Capabilities And Skills
 
 
 
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 Law degree from a premier law school and membership in a jurisdictional organization. Attorney candidates must be in compliance with all relevant licensing requirements including the requirements of the jurisdiction where the role will be located prior to commencement of employment.
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 Minimum 3 yrs of PQE of corporate law experience in a major law firm and/or financial institution.
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 Excellent English language skills, both spoken and written &ndash; required.
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 Excellent organizational skills &ndash; required.
 
 
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 ABOUT US
 
 
 
 JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world&rsquo;s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
 
 
 We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants&rsquo; and employees&rsquo; religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
 
 
 
 About The Team
 
 
 
 Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we&rsquo;re setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.
 
 
 With large, global operations, the Legal team tackles complex issues and helps shape the regulations that affect the businesses. The group is organized into practice groups that align with the lines of business and corporate staff areas, which encourages collaboration on legal, regulatory and business developments as they arise.
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Legal Support Team - Counsel

Bunge

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 Business Title Senior Legal Counsel
 
 
 Global Function Legal
 
 
 Global Department Legal (DEP_LEGAL)
 
 
 Size of team reporting in and type 0
 
 
 Role Purpose Statement As legal business partner, the AGC provides strategic legal counsel and support to the business activity and operations of, including managing the legal department supporting, India Region
 
 
 Main Accountabilities Legal Support: Provide general and strategic legal counsel and support on all country legal matters, encompassing advisory, transactional, litigation, regulatory
 
 
 compliance, employment and other issues to proactively identify and address legal risks and issues.
 
 
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 Management: Be a part of India legal team fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. Plan and implement any required organizational changes in
 
 
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 structures and processes for optimisation of productivity, efficiency, profits and for preparation for future requirements and development.
 
 
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 Partnering: Partner with global functions, regional/ global legal department and Centres of Excellence (COEs) to ensure a unified approach to legal issues across Bunge.
 
 
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 Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure legal compliance and support the Region&rsquo;s business objectives.
 
 
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 Business Relationships: Partner with Regional management and key stakeholders to gain a deep understanding of the business strategies, strategic legal issues,
 
 
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 challenges and opportunities, key customers, competitors, suppliers and industry environment to proactively address issues faced and opportunities presented.
 
 
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 Documentation: advise on, draft and/or review all commercial documentation as required and utilised in the Region to minimise exposures. Define and implement
 
 
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 templates, processes and standards for all contractual documentation.
 
 
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 Transactional: Negotiating and structuring specific corporate development projects including acquisitions, divestments, mergers and joint ventures ensuring favourable
 
 
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 terms for Bunge.
 
 
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 Regulatory: Monitor legislative and regulatory developments, advising on necessary adjustments to business strategies and operations within the Region.
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 Representation: Represent the company before authorities, administrative or before quasi-judicial agencies in the Region.
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 Commercial/Criminal Disputes/Litigation/Arbitration: Manage and advise on resolution of pre-litigation commercial disputes, settlements, arbitrations and any other
 
 
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 litigation arising to protect Bunge&rsquo;s interests. Monitor and report on legal fees/ reserves. Define and implement measures and processes to minimize claims.
 
 
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 Training: conduct basic and advanced training on relevant legal topics in the Region.
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 Legal Support Technology: Engage, manage, utilise, promote and support the Bunge implemented legal technology solutions including CLM, Docusign, tracker and
 
 
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 other systems as introduced.
 
 
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 Reporting: Provide AGC with required reports on litigation, projects and costs timely and comprehensively.
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 External counsel Management: Develop, oversee and manage relationships with external law firms and consultants in order to create and leverage optimal quality and
 
 
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 cost efficiencies, including strict cost budgeting and management.
 
 
 Knowledge and Skills
 
 
 Behavior Improve Bunge's outcomes by making data-driven decisions, keeping the customer at the forefront of all they do, and proactively gaining insight into the global strategy.
 
 
 Collaborate, effectively communicate with others and take initiative to continually develop themselves.
 
 
 Pursue opportunities to solve problems and take action while maintaining the ability to manage work, even in times of challenge or change.
 
 
 Technical
 
 
 Excellent communication skills (both oral and written) in English and Hindi, Marathi, with the ability to effectively convey legal concepts to both legal and non-legal audiences.
 
 
 Education &amp; Experience
 
 
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 Qualified lawyer
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 10-12 + years experience in as an in-house attorney in a multinational corporation( FMCG) and/or in an reputed law firm.
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 Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others and to build relationships and trust.
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 Ability to prioritize and organize work effectively to meet deadlines.
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 Ability to draft, review, and negotiate complex legal agreements and contracts.
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 Excellent communication skills (both oral and written) in English and Hindi, Marathi, with the ability to effectively convey legal concepts to both legal and non-legal audiences.
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 Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
 
 
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 Bunge (NYSE: BG) is a world leader in sourcing, processing and supplying oilseed and grain products and ingredients. Founded in 1818, Bunge&rsquo;s expansive network feeds and fuels a growing world, creating sustainable products and opportunities for more than 70,000 farmers and the consumers they serve across the globe. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri and has 25,000 employees worldwide who stand behind more than 350 port terminals, oilseed processing plants, grain facilities, and food and ingredient production and packaging facilities around the world.
 
 
 Bunge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans/Disabled
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Senior Legal Counsel

Pfizer

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 A highly motivated mid-level lawyer with strong interpersonal skills who can be a solution-oriented strategic counsel to Pfizer India.  8-10 years PQE.  Provide legal advice and support to relevant business units and divisions at Pfizer on the sales, marketing, manufacturing and distribution of pharmaceutical products in India.
 
 
 
 CORE COMPETENCIES:
 
 
 
 &diams;Agreements and transactions&diams; Corporate Laws &diams; Contract Negotiation &amp; Management &diams; &diams; Litigation Strategy &amp; Execution &diams; Merger &amp; Acquisition/Joint Ventures &diams; FCPA &amp; Bribery Laws &diams; Anti-Trust laws &diams; Intellectual Property Laws &diams; Drafting &diams; Cross-functional Liaison &diams; Multiple Jurisdictional Experience &diams; Independence &amp; Decision Making &diams; Complexity &amp; Problem Solving &diams; Analytical skills &diams;
 
 
 
 Role &amp; Responsibilities in BRIEF:
 
 
 
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 Collaborate with senior management to develop effective legal strategies to support business goals
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 Implement risk management practices and provide proactive advice on legal matters
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 Offer prompt, practical, and business-focused legal solutions
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 Assist with joint ventures, strategic partnerships and mergers &amp; acquisitions
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 Advise senior management on regulatory, corporate, and compliance matters
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 Deliver strategic legal guidance, including support for internal corporate reorganization
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 Support the business in initiating or defending litigation and help develop litigation strategies
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 Review and negotiate business transactions and ensure thorough evaluation of legal risks
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 Manage external counsel, including briefings and oversight of representations
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 Develop and enforce corporate legal policies, including employee training programs
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 Advise on intellectual property matters and monitor developments in the country.
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 Stay updated on legislative changes affecting the company and keep management updated about the implications for Pfizer
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 Devise solutions for complex legal challenges
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 Foster team capability and share best practices across the legal function
 
 
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 Role &amp; Responsibilities in DETAIL:
 
 
 
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 Advisory: Advise Senior Leaders/ BUs within the Company and work alongside employees in Business Units (BUs), Strategy &amp; Business Operation (SBO) , Corporate Affairs, Human Resource, Regulatory &amp; other enabling functions, on wide range of legal and strategic matters including Drugs &amp; Cosmetics Act, Corporate Laws, Labour Laws, Employment Laws, Trade Body Regulations, Anti-trust &amp; Competition Law, Anti-bribery laws etc.
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 Litigation: Support business on framing the litigation strategy and where required initiating/ defending any criminal, civil, property or regulatory related litigation which includes, collating facts, developing litigation strategy &amp; preparing grounds for defense, briefing the external counsels, filing of writ petitions, appeals, stay and follow ups. Managing and ensuring proper representation by outside counsel (while securing case reporting and strategic alignment).
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 Business Transaction: Structuring of business transaction, support in reviewing various transactions and evaluate all legal issues involved, so as to ensure to combat the crisis successfully, drafting &amp; negotiation of Contracts &amp; other documents, draft and solidify day-to-day agreements/ contracts and other legal documents to ensure the company&rsquo;s full legal rights
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 Global Projects: Support global projects including cross-border transactions, product launches, privacy law or global policy implementation, need base projects, represent Pfizer India in trademark &amp; patent cases, manage outside counsel, spend budget management, as per the funds allocated to India.
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 Independence &amp; Decision Making: act with substantial discretion, balancing several goals at once with idea to minimize risks/costs &amp; maximize benefits/ returns. Ability to make clear-eyed professional judgments and to timely and firmly raise issues with the appropriate decision-maker, for example, the proposed course of action raises issues of compliance with the law.
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 Complexity &amp; Problem-Solving: challenge the status-quo and develop innovative solution for difficult, complex &amp; systemic problem that may have precedent setting implications for the Company.
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 Legal tools and resources: Contribute to the Legal Department&rsquo;s tools and resources for clients, to simplify processes and the provision of legal advice.
 
 
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 REPORTING STRUCTURE:
 
 
 
 The position reports to the Legal Lead, India.
 
 
 
 EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:
 
 
 
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 LL.B. degree from a reputed law college in India &ndash; Master&rsquo;s law degree will be an added advantage;
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 8-10 years post qualification experience;
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 Experience of working in pharmaceutical MNC
 
 
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 OTHER SKILLS:
 
 
 
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 Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
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 Excellent interpersonal skills
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 Analytical, Decision-making and Problem-solving skills
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 Process and results oriented
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 Be a team player yet ability to lead independently
 
 
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 Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates.
 
 
 Legal Affairs
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dentsu

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 Job Description: Legal Counsel &ndash; Dentsu South Asia
 
 
 Role Title: Legal Counsel
 
 
 Department: Legal &amp; Compliance
 
 
 Location: Mumbai
 
 
 Reports To: Legal Director
 
 
 Experience Required: 6 to 8 years
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Purpose &amp; Responsibilities
 
 
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 Provide comprehensive legal support to various agencies under the Dentsu Network across South Asia, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and safeguarding Dentsu&rsquo;s commercial interests.
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 Advise stakeholders at all levels on a broad range of legal matters, including but not limited to commercial, employment, intellectual property, data privacy, ethics, compliance, and generative artificial intelligence (GAI).
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 Manage and oversee litigation and arbitration matters, including civil, criminal, labour, property, and commercial disputes. This includes qualitative review of pleadings, preparation of litigation strategy, timely filing, and monitoring of cases.
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 Draft, negotiate, and advise on medium to high complexity commercial agreements, ensuring the most advantageous legal and commercial terms for Dentsu.
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 Provide legal support and guidance on employment law matters, including internal investigations and related processes.
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 Collate and maintain meticulous records and correspondence relating to litigation and compliance matters, ensuring regular updates to litigation and compliance trackers.
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 Assist in briefing Senior Advocates/external counsel for urgent reliefs and in the preparation of pleadings, applications, and replies for ongoing and new matters.
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 Conduct legal research to develop arguments and prepare case law analysis for opinion writing and to guide the direction of proceedings.
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 Deliver training and legal risk management initiatives to senior management, including business training, legal updates, and best practices in compliance, contracts management, intellectual property, data protection, IT, litigation, M&amp;A, and GAI.
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 Implement and monitor best practices in ethics, compliance, contracts management, intellectual property, data privacy, IT, litigation, M&amp;A, and GAI, ensuring alignment with Dentsu&rsquo;s internal policies and external legal requirements.
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 Advise on and ensure compliance with data privacy laws and regulations, including the management of data protection risks and the implementation of appropriate safeguards.
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 Provide guidance on the ethical use of generative artificial intelligence (GAI), ensuring compliance with applicable laws, industry standards, and Dentsu&rsquo;s internal policies.
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 Coordinate with internal departments on commercial, contractual, compliance, and risk management matters, ensuring all relevant legal issues are identified and addressed.
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 Prepare regular reports and updates for line management and internal stakeholders as appropriate.
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 Key Challenges
 
 
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 Navigating the complex and evolving regulatory landscape governing the advertising, media, and entertainment industry, including new developments in data privacy, ethics, and GAI.
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 Managing multiple, often interrelated, legal matters in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
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 Ensuring timely and efficient delivery of legal support while maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance.
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 Person Specification
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications &amp; Experience:
 
 
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 LL.B with 6-8 years post-qualification experience as an in-house lawyer and/or in law firms.
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 Experience in the Media &amp; Entertainment or Information Technology industry is an advantage.
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 Diplomas in legal vocations/subjects such as advertising laws, media and entertainment, intellectual property rights, data privacy, or compliance are desirable but not mandatory.
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 Skills &amp; Attributes:
 
 
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 Strong commercial acumen and a solution-oriented approach.
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 Excellent command of spoken and written English.
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 Ability to identify legal risks, issues, and solutions across a broad spectrum of legal areas, including ethics, compliance, data privacy, and GAI.
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 Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
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 Ability to prioritise and manage complex, interrelated tasks and deliver under pressure.
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 High energy, self-driven, motivated, and able to take initiative.
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 Collaborative team player with a positive attitude and confidence.
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 Ability to absorb daily learning in legal fields relevant to advertising, media, and entertainment, and to apply new knowledge effectively.
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 Additional Responsibilities
 
 
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 Proactively keep abreast of legal and regulatory developments, particularly in the areas of data privacy, ethics, and generative artificial intelligence, and apply them to mitigate risk and exposure for Dentsu.
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 Foster a culture of ethical conduct and compliance throughout the organisation, providing guidance and support on related matters.
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 Support the development and implementation of policies and procedures relating to ethics, compliance, data privacy, and GAI.
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Legal Counsel

RERA Vision

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 Assist senior legal counsel in legal proceedings, documentation, and client representation.
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 Conduct legal research and analysis to support case preparations and strategy development.
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 Collaborate with the legal team to ensure compliance with RERA regulations and guidelines.
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 Participate in client consultations, hearings, and negotiations.
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 Support in drafting legal opinions, contracts, and agreements.
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 Stay updated on legal developments, precedents, and industry trends.
 
 
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 About Company: RERA Vision is a premier RERA advisory firm dedicated to simplifying real estate compliance under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016. Founded by Akkashh Chauhaan, an expert with over a decade of experience and a background in architecture and urban planning, the firm is celebrated as the most awarded RERA advisory in the country. RERA Vision provides a comprehensive suite of services, including project registration, compliance updates, timeline extensions, promoter changes, and real estate agent registration. With operations spanning Maharashtra, Karnataka, Gujarat, and Tamil Nadu, the firm is known for its transparency, timely delivery, and client-centric approach. With a commitment to innovation, integrity, and excellence, RERA Vision continues to empower clients and set new benchmarks in the real estate industry.
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Junior Lawyer in Navi Mumbai

IDFC FIRST Bank

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 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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 Education Qualification: Bachelor&rsquo;s /Masters Degree in Law from recognised university
 
 
 Experience: 5 - 10 years in total experience.
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