senior counsel

Balfour Beatty

<div>Become Part of Our Team

As an industry leader Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more including:
<ul>
<li>Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance</li>
<li>Health Savings Account</li>
<li>401(k) with company match</li>
<li>Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent &amp; Medical Reimbursement)</li>
<li>Vacation Time</li>
<li>Sick Time</li>
<li>Holidays</li>
</ul>
Balfour Beatty Infrastructure, Inc., which is a member of the Balfour Beatty group of companies in the United States, delivers complex projects that expand the nation&rsquo;s transit, transportation, and water infrastructure. Balfour Beatty Infrastructure is seeking a Senior Counsel to join its Legal Department reporting to the Company&rsquo;s General Counsel (GC). The Senior Counsel will support the legal affairs of the Company&rsquo;s Southwest operations and work in cooperation with the GC and the VP of Ethics and Compliance for compliance issues and investigations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The following are areas in which the Senior Counsel is expected to have direct involvement and an oversight role:
<ul>
<li>Ethics and Compliance</li>
<li>Business advisor to the Southwest Region leadership team</li>
<li>Litigation management</li>
<li>Contract review and negotiations with clients, designers, and other consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers</li>
<li>Input into the Company&rsquo;s Policy and Procedure Development when requested as part of Company&rsquo;s or National legal team efforts to update or review new or revised policies and procedures</li>
<li>Internal Investigations and Compliance</li>
<li>Labor/Employment Issues in consultation with the National VP / Corporate Employment Attorney</li>
<li>Antitrust or Competition Law</li>
<li>Real Estate/Leases</li>
<li>Privacy/Privilege Issues</li>
<li>Training on the foregoing topics</li>
</ul>
 While the Senior Counsel is expected to be appraised of and be involved in these issues, the selected candidate is not intended to be an expert in all areas listed. When external legal expertise is required, the Senior Counsel will coordinate with the GC and in accordance with Balfour Beatty&rsquo;s Delegated Levels of Authority to obtain assistance from appropriate external law firms.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

In addition to the foregoing, the Senior Counsel has the following specific responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Direct project support for (i) contract and regulatory compliance; (ii) correspondence and other project documentation with legal implications (e.g., change orders, notices, etc.); and (iii) claims avoidance, management and resolution.</li>
<li>Serving as part of and resource to the Company&rsquo;s Southwest Region management team and providing advice to Southwest Region management on legal</li>
<li>Identifying proactive solutions to eliminate or mitigate</li>
<li>Basing your decision-making process and advice on ethics and</li>
<li>Reviewing and providing advice regarding legal documents such as owner contracts, design and consulting agreements, subcontracts, purchase orders, joint venture agreements, and other legal documents.</li>
<li>Providing legal assistance in the negotiation of the terms and conditions of contracts and other legal</li>
<li>Receiving all Service of Process and distributing to appropriate internal personnel, insurers, and approved external</li>
<li>Managing the provision of services by, and billings of external lawyers.</li>
<li>Monitoring the Southwest Region&rsquo;s compliance with published policies and procedures and legal</li>
<li>Conducting internal training sessions on legal issues such as contracting issues, claims mitigation, maintaining and creating proper project documentation, company policies and procedures, understanding company standard contract forms, and the</li>
<li>Ensuring compliance with required reporting to management</li>
</ul>
REQUIREMENTS

To be considered for this position, applicants must have the minimum credentials set forth below. Applications or resumes received from applicants that do not meet these minimum requirements will not be considered.
<ul>
<li>A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law</li>
<li>Admission and active, good standing with a State Bar (preference will be given to applicants that are active members of the Texas Bar).</li>
<li>5 years of experience in the practice of law concentrating on the design and construction industry (a combination of private law firm, public agency, and in-house experience is acceptable) with specific experience in the heavy civil, transit, transportation, or water.</li>
<li>Extensive knowledge of public procurement requirements, and standard construction industry contract forms such as AIA, DBIA and Consensus Docs, and key risk shifting provisions in construction contracts.</li>
<li>Significant experience negotiating design and construction contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders and related</li>
<li>Significant experience handling, or managing outside counsel&rsquo;s handling of, construction disputes, including mediation, arbitration, and</li></ul> 


KEY FACTORS MAKING THIS OPPORTUNITY ATTRACTIVE
<ul>
<li>Act as legal counsel and as the point person for all legal matters impacting your business clients.</li>
<li>This position will receive strong mentorship from a General Counsel who has been with the company for twenty years.</li>
<li>Opportunity to work for a leading international infrastructure group that finances, develops, builds, and maintains the vital infrastructure that we all depend</li>
<li>Balfour Beatty is committed to achieving Zero Harm across all of their businesses: Balfour Beatty believes their long-term success is dependent upon the ability to keep their workforce, business partners, suppliers, subcontractors, members of the public and the environment safe. Nothing they do is so important that it cannot be done</li>
<li>Balfour Beatty has landed some of the most visible construction projects in the US, including the LAX People Mover, Denver Airport&rsquo;s Train &amp; Light Rail System, the Penn Medicine Pavilion, and the Harkers Island Bridge replacement, amongst others.</li></ul> 


About us

Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm&reg;, we are challenging the construction industry&rsquo;s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.

Consistently ranked among the nation&rsquo;s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).

Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.</div>

Senior Counsel

Silva International, Inc.

<div><div>Position: Senior Counsel</div><div>
Location/Department: Richmond Headquarters/Legal</div><div>
Status: Full-Time/Salaried Exempt</div><div></div><div> 
Our Company</div><div>
Connecting Global Communities Through Quality Agriproducts</div><div>
Universal Corporation is a global business-to-business agriproducts company with more than a century of experience connecting farmers, manufacturers, and consumers around the world. Operating in over 30 countries across five continents, we serve as a vital link between agricultural communities and some of the world's most recognized consumer product brands.</div><div>
Through our diversified portfolio &ndash; led by Universal Leaf Tobacco and Universal Ingredients &ndash; we deliver sustainable, traceable, and customized agriproduct solutions that meet evolving market needs. Our work is grounded in responsible sourcing, innovation, and long-term partnership, supporting farmers through training, technology, and community investment.</div><div>
At Universal, integrity, collaboration, and purpose guide how we operate and grow. We are committed to cultivating sustainable value for our partners, strengthening global supply chains, and creating positive impact &ndash; one crop, one connection, and one solution at a time.</div><div></div><div> 
Summary</div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
As Senior Counsel at Universal, you will lead complex international commercial transactions, drafting and negotiating key agreements and providing strategic legal guidance to support global business operations. You&rsquo;ll shape and improve contracting processes by developing policies, templates, and playbooks, while partnering closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure commercial initiatives align with legal and regulatory requirements. You will also advise on contract interpretation, compliance, and risk mitigation across jurisdictions and manage outside counsel to support the company&rsquo;s international objectives.</h1><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">
What You&rsquo;ll Be Doing (Essential Duties)</h1><ul><li>
Lead and manage complex commercial transactions, including supply, manufacturing, and services agreements across multiple jurisdictions.</li><li>
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements with global customers, vendors, and logistics providers.</li><li>
Provide strategic legal counsel to business teams on international commercial operations, regulatory risk, and cross‑border contractual frameworks.</li><li>
Develop, implement, and maintain contracting policies, templates, and playbooks to streamline commercial processes for international business units.</li><li>
Partner closely with finance, compliance, procurement, and operations teams to align legal strategy with organizational goals and commercial objectives.</li><li>
Contribute to corporate governance matters, commercial policy development, and internal process improvements for a multinational business environment.</li><li>
Advise on contract interpretation, compliance, and risk mitigation.</li><li>
Ensure contracts align with laws and company policies across global operations.</li><li>
Identify, assess, and manage legal risks associated with global commercial operations.</li><li>
Manage outside counsel as needed.</li></ul>
Minimum Requirements<div> 
<ul><li>
J.D. from an accredited law school.</li><li>
Admission to practice in at least one jurisdiction.</li><li>
7 or more years of relevant experience.</li><li>
Exceptional contract-drafting skills, including the ability to craft clear, accurate, and legally sound agreements, anticipate risk in contract language, and tailor provisions to support business objectives.</li><li>
Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business guidance.</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to influence and communicate effectively with senior management.</li><li>
Superior legal and analytical expertise and a business-oriented approach to problem-solving.</li><li>
Exceptional interpersonal skills and a commitment to professionalism, integrity, and collegiality</li></ul>
Preferred Requirements</div><div> 
<ul><li>
Law firm experience strongly preferred.</li><li>
Experience with international or cross‑border transactions preferred.</li></ul></div><div></div><div> 
Benefits 
We offer a wide range of market-competitive total rewards that include 401(k) match, pension, merit increases, paid holidays, medical, dental, life, vision, short and long-term disability benefits, and tuition assistance to name a few.</div><div></div><div> 
EOE M/F/Disabled/Vet Employer 
 All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.</div></div>

THORN

<div><div>At Thorn, our cause is our code. We are a nonprofit whose mission of defending children from sexual exploitation and abuse is deeply embedded within our core&mdash;a shared code that drives us to do challenging work with resilience and determination.

Here, you'll work and grow among the best hearts and the best minds in tech, data, and business alongside our network of independent partners, NGOs, and law enforcement agencies. Together, we're focused on building technology that protects children's futures. We are looking for dynamic problem solvers with the desire to help address some of today's toughest issues. You'll collaborate with a diverse group of peers in a remote environment centered on wellness, care, and compassion.

In 2019, we took the stage at TED and shared our audacious goal of eliminating child sexual abuse material from the internet. Come join us to help make this goal a reality and build a world where every child can be safe, curious, and happy.</div>
About the Role:

We're looking for a motivated, well-rounded, seasoned Senior Counsel to join Thorn's Legal team! In this role, you'll ensure legal input helps drive our work forward. Working remotely, you'll build relationships across a dynamic, values-first organization and you'll play a key role in structuring, drafting, and negotiating a wide range of contracts, advising on legal issues, and developing creative solutions that manage risk and push the organization forward.
What You'll Do:
<ul>
<li>Serve as the primary legal point of contact and partner for multiple teams across the organization.</li>
<li>Draft, negotiate, review, interpret, and assist in the maintenance of legal documents covering a range of Thorn's activities across the child safety ecosystem, ensuring appropriate risk allocation and regulatory compliance.</li>
<li>Develop, enhance, and maintain policies, contract templates, trainings, guidelines, and procedures to ensure legal compliance and operational efficiency.</li>
<li>Provide proactive legal counsel across multiple domains - technology, SaaS, IP, and contracts - anticipating challenges and crafting solutions.</li>
<li>Develop creative, practical solutions that support internal and external stakeholders while advancing enterprise risk management objectives and safeguarding Thorn's mission and reputation.</li>
<li>Manage and triage outside counsel relationships to ensure effective, high-quality legal support aligned with organizational priorities.</li>
<li>Maintain the highest level of professional and ethical standards, acting in compliance with both the letter and spirit of all applicable laws and regulations.</li>
</ul>
Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities:
<ul>
<li>Passion for Thorn's mission and commitment to ethical excellence.</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal, analytical, communication, organizational, negotiation, and drafting skills, with the ability to build strong cross-functional relationships.</li>
<li>Strong legal and operational judgment with the ability to find practical solutions to complex issues and operate independently from initial discussions through final execution.</li>
<li>Process-oriented with continuous improvement mindset and a self-starting drive to collaborate and share expertise.</li>
<li>Ability to balance hands-on day-to-day legal work with strategic problem solving.</li>
<li>Deep expertise in commercial law with substantive knowledge of issues related to software licensing, SaaS contracts, partnerships, and IP.</li>
</ul>
Minimum Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>J.D. degree and membership in a U.S. state bar (or qualified as registered in-house counsel under California's multi-jurisdictional practice program).</li>
<li>8+ years experience at a law firm and/or in-house legal department, ideally supporting technology clients.</li>
<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply legal concepts to real-world situations.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks.</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>4-6+ years experience handling commercial transactions and government contracts, ideally in-house at an internet, e-commerce or technology company/start up.</li>
<li>Certified information privacy professional (CIPP) certification or similar privacy certification.</li>
<li>Experience or knowledge of 501(c) organizations is a plus.</li>
<li>Experience with Ironclad, Salesforce, data privacy, security, compliance and employment matters is a plus.</li>
<li>Experience with AI/ML training data compliance and governance.</li>
</ul>
Compensation and Benefits

A reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role is $150,000 - $201,250/year. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to location; skill sets; experience and training; licensure, and certifications.

Our remote-first work model is structured around working from home most of the time. But, there will be times that employees are expected to travel. For example, Thorn may host company-wide gatherings, and smaller teams may hold in-person meetings and team-building events, or require attendance at specific conferences.

At Thorn, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our people and offer employees a broad range of benefits. Learn more about what working at Thorn can mean for you.<div>

Thorn is strengthened by the wide range of experiences and perspectives on our team. We value the diversity of our professional backgrounds, subject matter expertise, cultures, and perspectives because they help us solve complex problems and serve our mission more effectively. We hire based on merit, qualifications, and organizational need, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Thorn is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. We provide reasonable accommodations to ensure candidates and employees with disabilities can fully participate in the application process, perform essential job functions, and access all the benefits and privileges of employment. If you need an accommodation, please contact us at hiring@wearethorn.org

Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal</div></div>

Gulf Copper & Mfg. Corp. and Sabine Surveyors Ltd.

<div>Senior Counsel
Benefits:<ul><li>
401 (k)</li><li>
Group Health &amp; Dental Plan</li><li>
Short-&amp; Long-Term Disability Insurance</li><li>
Life &amp; Voluntary Life Insurance</li><li>
Holiday &amp; Vacation Pay</li><li>
Employee Assistance Program</li></ul>
Overview and Purpose
Provides expert legal guidance on complex matters, advising leadership, managing high-risk issues, drafting key documents, overseeing compliance, and often mentoring junior staff, acting as a strategic partner to balance legal requirements with business goals, handling everything from contracts and transactions (M&amp;A, licensing) to litigation and regulatory changes
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>
Regulatory Compliance: Advise on global AI laws (EU AI Act, CCPA, GDPR, etc.) and build compliance frameworks.</li><li>
Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks in AI development, deployment, and data use.</li><li>
Governance: Develop and maintain AI governance programs, policies, and risk assessment tools.</li><li>
Product &amp; Engineering Support: Partner with cross-functional teams (Product, Engineering, Marketing, Data Science) to guide AI/ML projects, LLMs, and data handling.</li><li>
Contract Negotiation: Draft and negotiate AI-related contractual clauses with vendors and partners.</li><li>
Policy &amp; Strategy: Translate complex technical concepts into practical legal advice and contribute to legal strategy.</li><li>
Stakeholder Education: Educate internal teams on legal requirements and best practices.</li></ul>
Required Skills &amp; Experience<ul><li>
Juris Doctor (JD) (or equivalent) and active bar membership.</li><li>
Experience (3-5+ years) in tech law, privacy, data governance, Intellectual Property, or regulatory matters.</li><li>
Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.</li><li>
Ability to balance innovation with risk and compliance.</li></ul>
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters. If you&rsquo;d like to view a copy of the company&rsquo;s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email: hrcorp@gulfcopper.com. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail: hrcorp@gulfcopper.com.
A4O1MRheUX</div>

Verizon

<div>
 When you join Verizon
 
 
 You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely &mdash; even if they&rsquo;re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love &mdash; driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together &mdash; lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere &amp; always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.
 
 
 
 What You Will Be Doing&hellip;
 
 
 
 We are seeking a seasoned senior legal professional to serve as the General Counsel for our India operations. You will be responsible for advising the Board of Directors and India Senior Management on all legal matters, including business transactions, HR and labour relations, real estate, ethics, compliance, and mergers &amp; acquisitions.This role requires a hands-on leader capable of managing complex regulatory environments, litigation strategies, and corporate governance with minimal reliance on external counsel.Key ResponsibilitiesCorporate Governance &amp; Board Advisory
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Serve as the primary legal advisor to the Board of Directors and Company Secretary for VDSI and VCIPL, ensuring strict adherence to the Companies Act 2013. Serve as the primary legal advisor to the Board of Directors and Company Secretary for VDSI and VCIPL, ensuring strict adherence to the Companies Act 2013.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage Board meetings, corporate filings, and related governance matters. Manage Board meetings, corporate filings, and related governance matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Participate in the Compliance Council and provide legal guidance to Heads of Business and Support Groups. Participate in the Compliance Council and provide legal guidance to Heads of Business and Support Groups.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Litigation &amp; Dispute Management
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Direct litigation strategies in consultation with internal stakeholders, aiming to resolve disputes in the best interest of the company. Direct litigation strategies in consultation with internal stakeholders, aiming to resolve disputes in the best interest of the company.
 </li>
 <li>
 Personally conduct and manage litigation matters in judicial forums to minimize external legal spend. Personally conduct and manage litigation matters in judicial forums to minimize external legal spend.
 </li>
 <li>
 Handle legal notices from former employees or third parties in-house. Handle legal notices from former employees or third parties in-house.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Labour &amp; Employment Law
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Provide expert advisory on labour law compliance, conducting interactions with labour and statutory authorities, including managing inspections. Provide expert advisory on labour law compliance, conducting interactions with labour and statutory authorities, including managing inspections.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee complex workforce changes, including transfers, layoffs, and separations, ensuring zero adverse impact to the business. Oversee complex workforce changes, including transfers, layoffs, and separations, ensuring zero adverse impact to the business.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) filings and internal disciplinary proceedings. Manage Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) filings and internal disciplinary proceedings.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Regulatory Compliance &amp; Ethics
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Act as the International Ethics Advisor (IEA) for the region, promoting integrity and handling investigations into code of conduct breaches. Act as the International Ethics Advisor (IEA) for the region, promoting integrity and handling investigations into code of conduct breaches.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee compliance for Customs, STPI, and MSME regulations. Oversee compliance for Customs, STPI, and MSME regulations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure full compliance with Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) norms and guide the CSR Committee on statutory perspectives. Ensure full compliance with Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) norms and guide the CSR Committee on statutory perspectives.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Commercial &amp; Strategic Support
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Draft, review, and finalize real estate contracts and facility-related documents. Draft, review, and finalize real estate contracts and facility-related documents.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the Sourcing team by strategizing negotiations and providing legal inputs on vendor contracts. Support the Sourcing team by strategizing negotiations and providing legal inputs on vendor contracts.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage legal aspects of M&amp;A integration and entity amalgamation. Manage legal aspects of M&amp;A integration and entity amalgamation.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What We Are Looking For&hellip;
 
 
 
 You will need to have:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor's degree or Master&rsquo;s degree in law from a recognized university. Bachelor's degree or Master&rsquo;s degree in law from a recognized university.
 </li>
 <li>
 Six or more years of work experience. Six or more years of work experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven experience in a senior legal role (General Counsel or equivalent) within a Global Capability Center (GCC) or multinational corporation. Proven experience in a senior legal role (General Counsel or equivalent) within a Global Capability Center (GCC) or multinational corporation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Regulatory Expertise: Deep knowledge of Indian corporate law, including the Companies Act 2013, Labour Codes, DoT regulations, and STPI/Customs norms. Regulatory Expertise: Deep knowledge of Indian corporate law, including the Companies Act 2013, Labour Codes, DoT regulations, and STPI/Customs norms.
 </li>
 <li>
 Crisis Management: Demonstrated ability to handle crisis situations (e.g., regulatory summons, facility accidents, or pandemic-response compliance) with deftness and zero adverse implications. Crisis Management: Demonstrated ability to handle crisis situations (e.g., regulatory summons, facility accidents, or pandemic-response compliance) with deftness and zero adverse implications.
 </li>
 <li>
 Operational Excellence: A track record of maintaining statutory compliance with zero penalties and successfully managing external audits. Operational Excellence: A track record of maintaining statutory compliance with zero penalties and successfully managing external audits.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Even better if you have one or more of the following:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ability to work closely with US-based legal teams (Labour, Ethics, Privacy) and communicate effectively with the Board of Directors. Ability to work closely with US-based legal teams (Labour, Ethics, Privacy) and communicate effectively with the Board of Directors.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong communication with ability to handle matters in multiple Indian languages. Strong communication with ability to handle matters in multiple Indian languages.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don&rsquo;t meet every &ldquo;even better&rdquo; qualification listed above.
 
 
 Where you&rsquo;ll be working
 
 
 In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager.
 
 
 Scheduled Weekly Hours
 
 
 40
 
 
 Equal Employment Opportunity
 
 
 Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, gender, disability or any other legally protected characteristics.
</div>

Senior Counsel - Legal

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">When you join Verizon</h3>
You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely &mdash; even if they&rsquo;re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love &mdash; driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together &mdash; lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere &amp; always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.
What you will be doing&hellip;
We are seeking a seasoned senior legal professional to serve as the General Counsel for our India operations. You will be responsible for advising the Board of Directors and India Senior Management on all legal matters, including business transactions, HR and labour relations, real estate, ethics, compliance, and mergers &amp; acquisitions.This role requires a hands-on leader capable of managing complex regulatory environments, litigation strategies, and corporate governance with minimal reliance on external counsel.Key ResponsibilitiesCorporate Governance &amp; Board Advisory<ul><li>
Serve as the primary legal advisor to the Board of Directors and Company Secretary for VDSI and VCIPL, ensuring strict adherence to the Companies Act 2013.
Serve as the primary legal advisor to the Board of Directors and Company Secretary for VDSI and VCIPL, ensuring strict adherence to the Companies Act 2013.</li><li>
Manage Board meetings, corporate filings, and related governance matters.
Manage Board meetings, corporate filings, and related governance matters.</li><li>
Participate in the Compliance Council and provide legal guidance to Heads of Business and Support Groups.
Participate in the Compliance Council and provide legal guidance to Heads of Business and Support Groups.</li></ul>
Litigation &amp; Dispute Management<ul><li>
Direct litigation strategies in consultation with internal stakeholders, aiming to resolve disputes in the best interest of the company.
Direct litigation strategies in consultation with internal stakeholders, aiming to resolve disputes in the best interest of the company.</li><li>
Personally conduct and manage litigation matters in judicial forums to minimize external legal spend.
Personally conduct and manage litigation matters in judicial forums to minimize external legal spend.</li><li>
Handle legal notices from former employees or third parties in-house.
Handle legal notices from former employees or third parties in-house.</li></ul>
Labour &amp; Employment Law<ul><li>
Provide expert advisory on labour law compliance, conducting interactions with labour and statutory authorities, including managing inspections.
Provide expert advisory on labour law compliance, conducting interactions with labour and statutory authorities, including managing inspections.</li><li>
Oversee complex workforce changes, including transfers, layoffs, and separations, ensuring zero adverse impact to the business.
Oversee complex workforce changes, including transfers, layoffs, and separations, ensuring zero adverse impact to the business.</li><li>
Manage Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) filings and internal disciplinary proceedings.
Manage Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) filings and internal disciplinary proceedings.</li></ul>
Regulatory Compliance &amp; Ethics<ul><li>
Act as the International Ethics Advisor (IEA) for the region, promoting integrity and handling investigations into code of conduct breaches.
Act as the International Ethics Advisor (IEA) for the region, promoting integrity and handling investigations into code of conduct breaches.</li><li>
Oversee compliance for Customs, STPI, and MSME regulations.
Oversee compliance for Customs, STPI, and MSME regulations.</li><li>
Ensure full compliance with Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) norms and guide the CSR Committee on statutory perspectives.
Ensure full compliance with Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) norms and guide the CSR Committee on statutory perspectives.</li></ul>
Commercial &amp; Strategic Support<ul><li>
Draft, review, and finalize real estate contracts and facility-related documents.
Draft, review, and finalize real estate contracts and facility-related documents.</li><li>
Support the Sourcing team by strategizing negotiations and providing legal inputs on vendor contracts.
Support the Sourcing team by strategizing negotiations and providing legal inputs on vendor contracts.</li><li>
Manage legal aspects of M&amp;A integration and entity amalgamation.
Manage legal aspects of M&amp;A integration and entity amalgamation.</li></ul>
What we are looking for&hellip;
You will need to have:<ul><li>
Bachelor's degree or Master&rsquo;s degree in law from a recognized university.
Bachelor's degree or Master&rsquo;s degree in law from a recognized university.</li><li>
Six or more years of work experience.
Six or more years of work experience.</li><li>
Proven experience in a senior legal role (General Counsel or equivalent) within a Global Capability Center (GCC) or multinational corporation.
Proven experience in a senior legal role (General Counsel or equivalent) within a Global Capability Center (GCC) or multinational corporation.</li><li>
Regulatory Expertise: Deep knowledge of Indian corporate law, including the Companies Act 2013, Labour Codes, DoT regulations, and STPI/Customs norms.
Regulatory Expertise: Deep knowledge of Indian corporate law, including the Companies Act 2013, Labour Codes, DoT regulations, and STPI/Customs norms.</li><li>
Crisis Management: Demonstrated ability to handle crisis situations (e.g., regulatory summons, facility accidents, or pandemic-response compliance) with deftness and zero adverse implications.
Crisis Management: Demonstrated ability to handle crisis situations (e.g., regulatory summons, facility accidents, or pandemic-response compliance) with deftness and zero adverse implications.</li><li>
Operational Excellence: A track record of maintaining statutory compliance with zero penalties and successfully managing external audits.
Operational Excellence: A track record of maintaining statutory compliance with zero penalties and successfully managing external audits.</li></ul>
Even better if you have one or more of the following:<ul><li>
Ability to work closely with US-based legal teams (Labour, Ethics, Privacy) and communicate effectively with the Board of Directors.
Ability to work closely with US-based legal teams (Labour, Ethics, Privacy) and communicate effectively with the Board of Directors.</li><li>
Strong communication with ability to handle matters in multiple Indian languages.
Strong communication with ability to handle matters in multiple Indian languages.</li></ul>
If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don&rsquo;t meet every &ldquo;even better&rdquo; qualification listed above.<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Where you&rsquo;ll be working</h3>
In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager.<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Scheduled Weekly Hours</h3>
40<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Equal Employment Opportunity</h3>
Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, gender, disability or any other legally protected characteristics.</div>

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