Position Overview
Forest Essentials is a leading luxury beauty, wellness and natural products company committed to sustainable practices and quality excellence. We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Assistant Manager - Legal & Compliance to join our legal team. This role will be instrumental in managing legal matters, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing strategic legal guidance across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage legal matters including contract drafting, review all types of business contracts.
- Oversee compliance with all applicable laws and regulations including corporate law, labor law, product liability, data protection, and environmental regulations
- Handle labor court matters, industrial disputes, and employment-related litigation with support from external legal counsel when required • Conduct regular compliance audits and maintain comprehensive compliance calendars for statutory filings, licenses, and regulatory certifications
- Advise senior management on legal risks, compliance implications, and regulatory requirements for new business initiatives and contracts
- Manage intellectual property matters including trademark registration, copyright protection, and brand compliance
- Coordinate with internal departments and external legal counsel to resolve consumer and labor disputes.
- Prepare legal documentation, memos, and compliance reports for management review and board meetings
- Ensure adherence to company policies, industry standards, and best practices in legal and compliance matters
- Audit legal registers, documentation, and records management systems with proper archival protocols
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from a recognized university
- Enrollment as an Advocate with the Bar Council
- Minimum 4-6 years of experience in legal consulate with a FMCG company
- Demonstrated experience in labor law, employment matters, and consumer cases
- Proficiency in contract law, drafting, and negotiation
- Strong knowledge of Indian labor laws, including labor codes, Industrial Disputes Act, and workplace regulations
- Experience with court proceedings and labor court representation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Hindi • Proficiency in MS Office and legal research tools
Desired Qualifications
• Post-graduate qualification in Business Law, Corporate Law, or specialized legal domains
• Experience in FMCG, wellness, or natural products industry
• Knowledge of GST, indirect taxation, and regulatory compliance
• Experience in managing multiple matters simultaneously with minimal supervision
• Familiarity with legal case management systems and digital documentation platforms
Key Skills & Competencies
• Legal expertise and analytical thinking
• Problem-solving and strategic thinking
• Attention to detail and meticulous documentation
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Project management and organizational abilities
• Stakeholder management and relationship building
• Integrity, ethical standards, and confidentiality awareness
