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What You'll Do
Against the backdrop of a rapidly evolving competitive market, BCG wishes to hire a senior lawyer who can operate across all divisions with a team of India based commercial lawyers providing support to India business and other jurisdictions like (Middle East, EMESA etc.) and support the firm’s complex client transactions in India to ensure the maximum realization of value provided by these engagements while managing exposure to the associated risks.
YOU'RE GOOD AT
The successful candidates will be comfortable in a fast-paced global organization and confident in their regular interactions with the business and making decisions that require intellectual nimbleness, pragmatism and commercial acumen. They will need to be self-motivated, proactive and hardworking team players who can influence through persuasion.
They will be seasoned and skilled lawyers with a core competency around cutting edge contracting to support the full range of commercial activities of BCG around India and other Regions as supported by the team from time to time.
Technical and functional expertise
Applies deep knowledge; recognized for expertise – brings in expertise to tackle Gen AI work, new India regulations flowing on BCG India
Is driven to identify areas where expertise is lacking and to develop such areas internally
Seeks to enhance knowledge/experience through best practice sharing and training
Delivers high-quality, accurate results
Incorporates knowledge of policies and practices into work
Is able to guide the business and strategizing for Dispute Management
Problem Solving and Analytical Skills
Track record of challenging traditional ways of doing things…moves beyond the obvious without letting frustration get in the way of developing a creative solution
Ability to resolve complex issues and problems independently with sound judgment balanced with seeking guidance and assistance when needed
Ability to address root causes behind issues, identify patterns, comprehend the big picture and long-term implications
Proven ability to perform rigorous and accurate analysis
Is able to manage expectations of senior business leaders and provide correct guidance on a short notice
Communication, interpersonal and teaming skills
Ability to work successfully in a team environment, manage multiple clients, and provide strong consultation throughout the search process
Ability to successfully work and communicate with individuals at all levels of an organization
Advanced verbal and written communications and listening skills
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and in teams
Proven success in setting priorities and communicating expectations with key stakeholders
Ability to work positively and collaboratively with others and in teams, building long lasting relationships
High level of initiative, self-motivation, resourcefulness, collaboration and patience
Work management, organization and planning
Performs successfully in a fast-paced, intellectually intense, service-oriented environment and to interpret rules and guidelines flexibly to enhance the business and in keeping with BCG’s values and culture
Experience working successfully within a complex matrix structured organization is essential
Ability to understand and manage complex reporting relationships and incorporate multiple cultures
Effectively balance strategic thinking with the ability to get things done within a rapidly changing work environment
Demonstrates a flexible approach to work and has excellent work management and organizational skills
Ability to balance multiple competing priorities
Ability to anticipate obstacles and issues and create effective contingency plans
Customer and business focus
Approaches work with a dedicated focus on client service and delivery
Appreciates urgency and the need to prioritize
Awareness of need to provide high level client support while successfully balancing the needs of the organization, the manager and the candidates
Strong business acumen
People Management and Leadership
Track record of managing teams
Non-hierarchical; has no issues with giving direction to more senior individuals or to take direction from stakeholders across the business who may not be a direct reporting line
Consistently directs situations and inspires people for an all-win situation
Drives business results by aligning the vision, mission & values
Enlists the cooperation of others while tapping into the skills & abilities of others to achieve desired results
Understanding of cultural differences across regions; ability to engage and connect with virtual team members and stakeholders
You Bring (experience & Qualifications)
Qualified lawyer with excellent academics and 20+ years legal experience with high technology/IP content preferably with a ‘Blue Chip’ corporate or consultancy and high-quality legal training
The ability to draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements, including global master services agreements, other client agreements, licensing agreements, subcontractor and partnership agreements and nondisclosure agreements
Ability to provide guidance and manage potential disputes
The credibility to develop, implement and champion BCG contracting policies and processes while also providing commercial support to those who seek approvals on deviations of contract or other policies
The ability to quickly comprehend complex sets of international laws and regulations and interpret those laws within the context of BCG's global policies and provide support on new India regulations impacting the business
A proven track record of delivering business facing outcomes in a dynamic, global, fast-paced and commercially driven environment
Substantive international experience, a willingness to travel and the flexibility to deal with a diverse set of clients, advisers and colleagues around the globe
Excellent written and oral communication skills with the personal presence to influence others whether in small groups or presenting to large audiences
Superior analytical and creative problem-solving skills combined with a talent for absorbing new skill sets and areas of expertise efficiently
Experience in and comfortable with working with colleagues and clients who are not co-located.
A high degree of professional ethics and integrity
Proficient computer skills: Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
YOU'LL WORK WITH
BCG’s legal group manages a full spectrum of legal issues, including contracts, intellectual property, regulatory matters, corporate compliance, and corporate governance. The firm’s legal team serves as both a trusted advisor to the business and an activist agent of change.
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