Legal Counsel Manager Legal Counsel Manager
Job Title: Legal Counsel
Location: ABIN Bev- Corporate Headquarters, [Bangalore]
Reports To: Head Legal and dotted line reporting to the General Counsel
ABIN Bev, a global leader in the beverage industry, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Counsel to join our dynamic legal team. As Legal Counsel, you will play a pivotal role in providing strategic legal advice and support to our business operations. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented legal professional to contribute to the success and growth of one of the world's leading companies.
Responsibilities:
1. Legal Advisory: Provide expert legal counsel and guidance to internal stakeholders on a wide range of legal matters, including commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, corporate governance, and dispute resolution.
2. Regulatory Compliance: Monitor the adherence of regulatory compliance within the business, training relevant stakeholders along with scrutinizing documentation and provide mitigation-based solutions to avoid any disruptions to the business.
3. Contract Negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, including supplier contracts, distribution agreements, licensing agreements, and partnership agreements, ensuring alignment with business objectives and legal requirements.
4. Risk Management: Identify legal risks and proactively develop strategies to mitigate potential liabilities, advising on legal implications of business decisions and recommending appropriate courses of action.
5. Corporate Governance: Provide guidance on corporate governance matters, including board matters, corporate policies, and compliance with corporate laws and regulations.
6. M&A and Transactions: Support corporate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic initiatives by conducting legal due diligence, drafting transaction documents, and providing legal advice throughout the deal lifecycle.
7. Dispute Resolution: Manage and oversee legal disputes, litigation, and arbitration proceedings, working closely with external counsel and internal stakeholders to achieve favourable outcomes and minimize legal exposure.
8. Legal Training and Development: Develop and deliver legal training programs and workshops to enhance legal awareness and capabilities within the organization, fostering a culture of compliance and ethics.
9. Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments, including sales, marketing, finance, and operations, to provide integrated legal solutions and support business objectives.
10.Continuous Improvement: Stay informed about emerging legal trends and best practices, actively participating in professional development activities and contributing to the enhancement of legal processes and procedures within the organization.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree holder.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience practicing law, with a focus on corporate/commercial law, preferably within the beverage industry or related sectors.
• Strong proficiency in regulatory compliance, contract law, commercial transactions, and corporate governance principles.
• Demonstrated capability to independently manage intricate legal matters, exhibiting outstanding analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making competencies.
• Preference for candidates with experience in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG)/Manufacturing Sector
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