Department: Legal
Designation: Senior Legal Manager
Experience: 10–15 Years
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B.) – Mandatory
Location: Chennai
Industry: Media / Publishing
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced and strong Senior Legal Manager to manage the company’s legal matters, litigation, documentation, and legal compliance. The candidate should have strong practical knowledge of Civil and Criminal Laws and proven experience in handling Courts, Police Stations, Advocates, Government Authorities, and external legal matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle and manage all legal and litigation matters of the company.
- Manage Civil and Criminal cases, disputes, notices, complaints, and legal proceedings.
- Represent and coordinate with Courts, Police Stations, Advocates, Legal Authorities, and Government Departments.
- Handle police complaints, enquiries, FIR-related matters, summons, notices, and legal proceedings.
- Draft and review legal notices, replies, agreements, affidavits, petitions, complaints, applications, undertakings, and other legal documents.
- Coordinate with external advocates and monitor the progress of all court cases.
- Prepare and maintain case files, litigation records, legal documents, and court-related documentation.
- Provide legal opinions and practical advice to Management and various departments.
- Review agreements, contracts, vendor documents, employee-related legal matters, and other company documents.
- Ensure proper documentation and legal protection of company interests.
- Handle matters relating to copyright, defamation, media/publication-related disputes, employment matters, and commercial disputes.
- Monitor court dates, hearings, case status, legal notices, and compliance requirements.
- Liaise with police officials, court authorities, advocates, and other legal professionals whenever required.
- Identify legal risks and recommend appropriate preventive and corrective actions.
- Support Management in all legal matters and ensure timely closure of legal issues.
Required Skills & Competencies
- 10–15 years of relevant legal experience.
- Strong knowledge of Civil and Criminal Laws.
- Strong practical experience in litigation and court proceedings.
- Excellent knowledge of legal drafting and document preparation.
- Strong experience in dealing with Police Stations and Law Enforcement Authorities.
- Good negotiation, communication, and legal advisory skills.
- Ability to independently handle sensitive and complex legal matters.
- Strong knowledge of legal procedures, documentation, and case management.
- Ability to coordinate effectively with senior management and external advocates.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- High level of confidentiality, integrity, and professional ethics.
Preferred Profile
- LL.B. / LL.M. qualification preferred.
- Advocate with substantial litigation experience preferred.
- Candidates with experience in Media, Publishing, Corporate, or similar industries will be an added advantage.
- Should be capable of independently handling legal matters from initial complaint/notice through court proceedings and final resolution.
Key Performance Areas (KPA)
- Timely handling and closure of litigation matters.
- Effective management of Civil and Criminal cases.
- Timely preparation and submission of legal documents.
- Effective coordination with Courts, Police, Advocates, and Authorities.
- Reduction of legal risks and protection of company interests.
- Proper maintenance of legal and litigation records.
- Timely legal advice and support to Management.
Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
