Contract Drafting and Review : Draft, vet, and maintain templates for various commercial contracts including vendor agreements, service contracts, business agreements, product license agreements, MOUs, letters of intent, non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, reseller agreements, and master services agreements.
Contract Negotiation : Engage in negotiations with attorneys to finalize legal documentation associated with contracts.
Legal Document Management : Oversee the maintenance and administration of all legal agreements and other pertinent legal documents within the legal department.
Legal Advisory : Provide researched legal advice to the company on matters involving various business laws.
Compliance Oversight : Ensure the company complies with applicable laws and regulations.
Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) : Collaborate with product teams to identify patentable ideas, conduct patent searches, infringement studies, and draft applications for trademarks.
Template Management : Create and update standard legal document templates to streamline the contract creation process.
Legal Research : Conduct comprehensive legal research to support contract negotiations and corporate legal matters.
Training and Development : Train and mentor junior legal staff and other departments on relevant legal issues and compliance.
Strategic Legal Counseling : Provide strategic legal counseling to senior management regarding business strategies and their legal implications.
Preferred candidate profile:-
Educational Qualifications : A graduate or postgraduate degree in law. Additional qualifications in intellectual property rights or related laws are preferred.
Legal Experience : Minimum of two years of experience in a legal counsel role, preferably in a global services organization.
Contract Law Expertise : Familiarity with US and international contract law, especially with experience in drafting and negotiating contracts.
Technical Proficiency : Proficient in using Microsoft Words standard and advanced features for contract review and drafting.
Communication Skills : Strong communication abilities with proficiency in English, capable of articulating legal issues clearly and effectively.
Analytical Skills : Excellent research and analytical skills, with the ability to exercise judgment and provide well-founded legal opinions.
Negotiation Skills : Demonstrated expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, and execution.
Team Collaboration : Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within a team and in a dynamic business environment.
Problem-solving Skills : Ability to anticipate potential issues, develop alternative strategies, and formulate actionable plans to address challenges.
Personal Integrity : High ethical standards and the ability to maintain confidentiality, acting as a trusted advisor within the legal and compliance team.
Job Classification
Industry: Travel & TourismFunctional Area / Department: Legal & RegulatoryRole Category: Legal & Regulatory - OtherRole: Private Attorney / LawyerEmployement Type: Full time