Principle Counsel - Aviation Laws Principle Counsel - Aviation Laws
Ensure legal compliance, draft and review contracts, familiarize with aviation laws and DGCA regulations, advise on legal risks, participate in negotiations, and prepare transactional documents
Responsible for providing comprehensive legal support and guidance to various internal stakeholders within the company, with a focus on aviation and other applicable laws / regulations, contracts and risk management.
Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including software and hardware contracts, marketing contracts, sales and distribution contracts, operational contracts, engineering contracts, supplier / vendor contracts, and service agreements.
Collaborate with business stakeholders, such as IT, Engineering, Flight Operations, Commercial, Finance, Human Resources, etc, to provide legal support and ensure alignment with company’s goals and objectives.
Key Accountabilities -
Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations and protect the interests of the organization
Draft and review contracts such as vendor contracts, licensing agreements, employment contracts, and non-disclosure agreements
Familiarize oneself with the aviation laws of both India and international, regulations, and guidelines applicable in India, such as the Aircraft Act 1934, the Aircraft Rules 1937, and the regulations issued by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)
Advise on legal risks and implications of any transaction and recommend appropriate strategies to mitigate them
Review legal documents, identify potential risks and liabilities, and provide recommendations based on the findings
Participate in transactional negotiations with external parties, such as clients, vendors, or business partners
Prepare and draft transactional documents, including contracts, agreements, and legal opinions
Review various agreements, both internally and with the assistance of external lawyers as may be required
Qualification & Experience -
Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) and/or related degree in law
8-10 years of experience in corporate and transactional legal matters including at least 4-5 years of experience with reputed law firms in India, in their general corporate-commercial, M&A, PE and transactions practice
Prior in-house legal experience is preferred
Experience within the aviation industry is desirable
Legal Fundamentals