Legal Counsel

Job Description:

Responsibilities

• Commercial Contracting
• Draft, review, negotiate, and execute commercial contracts and business agreements.
• Support commercial business operations and business development initiatives through legal advisory and transaction support.
• Regulatory and Compliance Advisory
• Advise on industry-specific laws and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legal and ethical standards.
• Implement and support policies, processes, and training programs relating to anti-bribery, competition law, and compliance frameworks.
• Intellectual Property and Business Development
• Support intellectual property-related matters.
• Assist in business development initiatives, including negotiations and transaction execution.
• Stakeholder Management
• Collaborate with internal functions including Medical, Regulatory, Human Resources, Sales, Marketing, Distribution, Government Relations, and Research & Development.
• Work closely with the Government Relations team on matters involving government engagement and regulatory developments.

Qualification & Experience

• LL.B. degree from a recognized institution.
• 3–7 years of experience with a reputed law firm or the legal department of a large multinational corporation.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical or FMCG sector will be preferred.
• Company Secretary qualification is preferred.
• Strong commercial contracting, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience advising on marketing and advertising matters.
• Experience in dispute management and litigation oversight.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and provide strategic legal guidance.