Legal Executive

Job Purpose

To provide legal support to the organization by managing contracts, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, handling legal documentation, coordinating with external counsel, and mitigating legal risks.

Key ResponsibilitiesContract Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, NDAs, vendor agreements, and customer contracts.
• Ensure legal documents comply with company policies and applicable laws.
• Maintain proper records of all contracts and legal documents.

Compliance & Regulatory Affairs

• Monitor compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Support implementation of corporate governance and compliance policies.
• Coordinate statutory filings, licenses, and registrations.

Legal Advisory

• Provide legal advice to business teams on commercial and operational matters.
• Identify legal risks and recommend mitigation measures.
• Support management in legal decision-making.

Litigation Management

• Coordinate with external lawyers and consultants.
• Track ongoing legal cases and prepare case summaries.
• Assist in preparing legal notices, replies, and documentation.

Documentation & Records

• Maintain legal databases and document repositories.
• Ensure proper record-keeping of legal correspondence and agreements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B.)

Skills Required

• Contract drafting and review
• Corporate and commercial law knowledge
• Legal research and documentation
• Negotiation skills
• Regulatory compliance
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and analytical thinking

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timely closure of contracts and agreements
• Compliance adherence and audit readiness
• Reduction of legal risks and disputes
• Accuracy of legal documentation
• Effective litigation and case management