Legal Counsel - India

Job Description

Position - Legal Counsel Location: PUNE (Hybrid 3 days per week) Travel: Moderate (1 to 2 times per quarter) JD: Manage (key) legal issues and legal aspects for the relevant region Negotiate frame/master agreements with Key Customers Negotiate, review and draft terms & conditions (indemnities, choice of law, dispute resolution, limitations of liability, insurance, etc) of sales/commercial agreements in the Region for or related to the supply of equipment, services and parts, as well as terms and conditions for agency and broker agreements, in accordance with legal policy Provide legal support to business stakeholders regarding contract interpretation and guidance, particularly regarding commercial and insurance claims or other issues that develop during contract execution Support on regulatory issues, more specifically providing relevant legal advice and support on competition law and export control issues Support site management on local legal compliance requirements (HS&E, HR, food safety, etc.) Train sales and purchasing teams on relevant legal, contractual, and compliance issues associated with international business activities and contracts Actively participate in Regional management team(s) and support implementation of management decisions Manage Regional litigation and disputes and compliance with law Coordinate external legal services, incl. selecting and managing outside counsel Skills & Experience; Degree in Law. LLB or LLM Fluent legal English (other European language is a plus)\ Minimum of 10-15 years of experience of general legal corporate matters Preferably mixed background in law firm/industry Good understanding of legal issues and needs in international business, including experience in managing international and cross-functional matters