Senior Legal Counsel - Senior Manager

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Inviting applications for the role of Senior Manager - Legal Counsel - Legal & Compliance

Shift: Day

Location: Madurai

Responsibilities

Employment Laws:

Provide advice and guidance to business and functional teams regarding existing laws as well as any changes.

Handle employment-related cases filed before relevant courts and agencies and further work with and manage outside counsel as necessary for litigation before any Court of law.

Regular monitoring and ensuring the fulfilment of the statutory compliances under the applicable Acts. (Annual/Half Yearly /Quarterly returns, etc.)

Coordinating with Government bodies regarding any legal compliance issues.

Real Estate Contracts and Compliances:

Provide advice on structuring of leases, licenses, auction of land from Government etc.

Work with stakeholders on drawing up relevant documents to support growth of the Company e.g. development agreements, leases, licenses, memorandum etc.

Advice on legal & compliance issues involved in such transactions, including local govt. concessions/rebates for setting up of offices, etc.

Advice and ensure compliances of aspects such as vendor documentation, CLRA, BOCW etc.

Vendor Agreements and Compliances

Balanced, tenable and consistent advisory services to all cross functions- HR/ ER/ Infrastructure & Logistics, Operations, Finance, Payroll, Compensation & Benefits, Sourcing etc. on all legal aspects. Being a trusted partner.

Doing internal investigations and ensuring proper documentation. Experience of Handling policy violation/Ombudsperson /Sexual Harassment cases

Liaoning with the government departments and authorities

Work closely with external counsels and vendor consultants on specific tasks.

Legal advice and inputs for audits; client, regulator, statutory or internal audit teams.

Stakeholder & Leadership Management

Effective communication with businesses and functions on any non-compliances and implement necessary remediation.

Provide timely advice.

Help management with decision-making on matters related to legal issues/ notices/ summons, etc..

Qualifications we seek in you!

Minimum Qualifications

LLB from a reputed college

Experience in dealing with law enforcement authorities and other relevant agencies, courts, police tribunals, etc.

Proven track record of building strong relationships with stakeholders.

Analytical acumen and ability to streamline complex processes.

Knowledge of recent changes in Labor laws, compliances, and statutory norms, including recently implemented Labour Codes.

Ability to work with diverse set of stakeholders on complex issues and applying practical, business judgement to legal issues to determine risks and solutions.

Excellent communication skills in English and Tamil language (Speaking, Reading & Writing).

Preferred qualifications

Experience in managing legal & Compliances in a Company/ies. Preferred work experience in IT/ ITES sector.

Why join Genpact?

Be a transformation leader - Work at the cutting edge of AI, automation, and digital innovation

Make an impact - Drive change for global enterprises and solve business challenges that matter

Accelerate your career - Get hands-on experience, mentorship, and continuous learning opportunities

Work with the best - Join 140,000+ bold thinkers and problem-solvers who push boundaries every day

Thrive in a values-driven culture - Our courage, curiosity, and incisiveness - built on a foundation of integrity and inclusion - allow your ideas to fuel progress

Come join the tech shapers and growth makers at Genpact and take your career in the only direction that matters: Up.

Let's build tomorrow together.

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