Job Description – Legal Manager
Position Title: Legal Manager
Department: Collection & Compliance
Reporting To: Vice President – Credit & Risk
Location: Ruiya Industrial Estate, Barrackpore
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Overview
The Legal Manager will be responsible for managing the organization's legal, contractual, regulatory, and compliance matters while providing strategic legal guidance to business stakeholders. The role requires a strong understanding of commercial contracts, leasing arrangements, asset recovery, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance. The incumbent will work closely with leadership, operations, collections, finance, procurement, and business teams to ensure legal risk mitigation and business continuity.
Key Responsibilities
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Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including lease, vendor, customer, and partnership contracts.
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Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
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Provide legal advice to Collections, business, operations, finance, and leadership teams.
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Identify and mitigate legal and regulatory risks.
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Manage disputes, legal notices, litigation, and coordination with external counsel.
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Support corporate governance, policy development, and statutory compliance.
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Advise on asset ownership, recovery, and enforcement matters related to leased assets.
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Monitor regulatory developments and recommend necessary actions.
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Assist in protecting the company's intellectual property and confidential information.
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Conduct legal awareness and compliance training for internal teams.
Qualifications
Educational Requirements
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Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from a recognized university.
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LL.M. or specialization in Corporate/Commercial Law will be an added advantage.
Experience
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5–10 years of post-qualification experience in legal and compliance functions.
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Prior experience in one or more of the following sectors is preferred:
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Leasing
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NBFC
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Electric Vehicles (EV)
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Energy & Renewable Energy
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Infrastructure
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Manufacturing
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Financial Services
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Proven experience in contract management, dispute resolution, compliance, and corporate advisory matters.
Required Skills & Competencies
Technical Skills
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Strong contract drafting, review, and negotiation skills.
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Sound knowledge of:
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Contract Law
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Corporate Law
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Commercial Law
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Property and Leasing Laws
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Consumer Protection Laws
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Data Privacy Regulations
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Regulatory Compliance Frameworks
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Familiarity with litigation management and dispute resolution mechanisms.
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Ability to analyze legal risks and provide practical business-oriented solutions.
Behavioral Competencies
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
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High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professional ethics.
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Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
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Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
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Commercial acumen with a business-focused approach to legal advisory.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
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Timely review and closure of legal contracts.
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Reduction in legal and compliance risks.
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Effective management of litigation and dispute matters.
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Compliance adherence across business functions.
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Contract turnaround time (TAT).
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Successful implementation of legal policies and governance initiatives.
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Recovery support effectiveness in asset enforcement matters.
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Stakeholder satisfaction with legal advisory support.
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Completion of legal training and compliance awareness programs.
Compensation & Benefits
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As per company policy and industry standards.
