Senior Legal Counsel

Job Description

📌 Job Opportunity: Senior Legal Counsel – Commercial Contracts | India (Delhi NCR) 📅 Contract: 6 Months (with potential extension) | 🕓 Full-Time | 📍 Location: Central Gurgaon – 4 days onsite, 1 day remote 📈 Experience: 8+ Years PQE | ⚖️ Sector: Technology, IT Services, Consulting, and Telecom Join LawFlex – Global Legal Talent, Local ExpertiseLawFlex is looking for a highly experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join a global technology-driven organization on a contract basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of law and innovation, supporting cutting-edge business initiatives across international markets. About the RoleAs a trusted advisor embedded in the client’s legal team, you will take ownership of a broad portfolio covering commercial transactions, employment law, compliance, and strategic legal initiatives. Your insights will guide the business in structuring deals, managing risk, and driving operational excellence. Key ResponsibilitiesNegotiate, draft, and review high-value commercial contracts including MSAs, SOWs, NDAs, licensing, JV/consortium and subcontractor agreementsAdvise on legal and regulatory compliance across global jurisdictions (EMEA, APAC, UKI, US)Provide strategic legal counsel on employment law matters, policy development, and HR issuesSupport M&A transactions, digital transformation projects, and cross-border entity structuringLead legal input on contract lifecycle automation and AI-driven legal tech initiativesEnsure adherence to corporate governance, data protection (GDPR, HIPAA), and IP frameworksCollaborate closely with procurement, sales, HR, and compliance teams Candidate ProfileIndian-qualified lawyer with minimum 8 years’ post-qualification experience in-house or with global service firmsBackground in IT, Telecom, Consulting, or Technology sectors preferredStrong expertise in contract negotiation, employment law, and risk advisoryDemonstrated experience in managing global contract portfolios and leading compliance initiativesHigh level of commercial awareness and stakeholder engagement skillsAvailable to work on-site in Gurgaon 4 days per week Why Join LawFlex?Collaborate with internationally renowned legal teamsWork on high-impact, cross-border legal mattersCompetitive compensation and flexible engagement modelBe part of a legal innovation journey with global clients