677 General Counsel jobs in India

Location : Bangalore, India

Industry : Manufacturing (Listed Company)

Reporting to : Managing Director / Board of Directors

Experience : 15+ years of legal experience (preferably in the manufacturing sector or related industries)

The Head - General Counsel will serve as the chief legal officer for the organization, providing strategic legal guidance to the Board of Directors, the executive team, and business leaders. The role involves managing the company’s legal affairs, including corporate governance, compliance, contracts, litigation, mergers & acquisitions, intellectual property, and regulatory matters. The individual will play a critical role in supporting the company’s growth, minimizing risks, and ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.

1. Legal Strategy & Leadership :
   

   • Develop and lead the company’s legal strategy to promote and protect its business interests.
     
   • Advise the Board of Directors and senior management on legal risks and opportunities related to the company’s operations and strategic initiatives.
     
   • Participate in strategic decision-making and provide legal insights to facilitate business growth and compliance.
     

2. Corporate Governance & Compliance :
   

   • Ensure the company adheres to all corporate governance and statutory requirements as a publicly listed company.
     
   • Oversee regulatory filings, disclosures, and compliance with SEBI, Companies Act, and other applicable regulatory bodies.
     
   • Act as the Company Secretary, managing board meetings, minutes, and shareholder communications.
     

3. Risk Management :
   

   • Identify, assess, and mitigate potential legal risks associated with the company’s business activities.
     
   • Develop internal policies and procedures to minimize risks and ensure legal compliance.
     

4. Contract Management :
   

   • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of contracts, including vendor agreements, customer agreements, licensing agreements, and joint ventures.
     
   • Ensure contracts are aligned with the company’s business objectives and minimize potential liabilities.
     

5. Litigation Management :
   

   • Oversee and manage any litigation, arbitration, or dispute resolution proceedings involving the company.
     
   • Liaise with external law firms, ensuring effective legal representation and cost control.
     

6. Mergers & Acquisitions :
   

   • Provide legal guidance and support on potential mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and divestitures.
     
   • Oversee due diligence, deal structuring, and integration from a legal standpoint.
     

7. Regulatory & Environmental Compliance :
   

   • Ensure that the company complies with all relevant laws and regulations, including environmental laws, labor laws, and industry-specific regulations.
     
   • Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations that could impact the company’s operations.
     

8. Intellectual Property (IP) Management :
   

   • Oversee the protection of the company’s intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, and trade secrets.
     
   • Manage any IP litigation or disputes.
     

9. Team Leadership :
   

   • Lead and manage a team of in-house lawyers and external legal counsel.
     
   • Foster a culture of continuous learning and development within the legal team.
     

• Educational Background : LLB/LLM from a reputed institution. CS qualification is an added advantage.
  
• Experience : Minimum 15 years of post-qualification experience, with at least 5 years in a senior legal position, ideally within a listed company or manufacturing sector.
  
• Technical Knowledge : Strong knowledge of corporate law, securities law, contract law, and regulatory compliance in India, particularly for listed companies.
  
• Leadership Skills : Proven leadership abilities with experience in managing a legal team.
  
• Strategic Thinking : Ability to align legal strategies with business goals and objectives.
  
• Communication Skills : Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  
• Negotiation Skills : Excellent negotiation skills to manage contracts and legal agreements.
  
• Integrity : High ethical standards and integrity in professional and personal conduct.
  

A Career at HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Lifestyle

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle, you connect consumers with the power of superior sound.

· Contribute your talents to high-end, esteemed brands like JBL, Mark Levinson and Revel

· Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development

· Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience

About the Role:

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What Makes You Eligible

What We Offer

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HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Your role

Under the mentorship and supervision of senior legal team members, lead a team of attorneys based in Mumbai to handle Nasdaq’s enterprise commercial client and procurement agreements. A typical day will include:

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As the selection process is ongoing, please submit your application in English as soon as possible. We will get back to you in 2-3 weeks.

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Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law. 

Nasdaq is a leading global provider of trading, clearing, exchange technology, listing, information, and public company services. As the creator of the world's first electronic stock market, its technology powers more than 100 marketplaces in 50 countries. Nasdaq is home to over 4,000 total listings with a market value of approximately $12 trillion. 

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Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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Additional Job Description

Responsible for handling legal projects or issues for the Company, typically within the incumbent's area(s) of expertise. Reviews information and data, researches laws, regulations and precedents, and prepares recommendations and/or documents to support the Company. May present/defend cases in court.

Allygroup is seeking a highly capable Executive Assistant to support the General Counsel of a key federal government agency. This opportunity is a full-time secondment position to start as soon as possible.

Our ideal candidate would be someone who can hit the ground running and operate effectively from day one. The role requires flexibility and adaptability, as the workload is varied and may involve providing ad-hoc support to other senior executives.

This is a dynamic and fast-paced position that offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-performing, collaborative team while engaging in a diverse range of responsibilities. Success in the role will require the ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment with tact, particularly when managing sensitive or confidential matters.

Candidates must be Australian citizens, Canberra-based, and have a minimum of a Baseline security clearance to be considered.

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Managing the executive's schedules, including telephone calls, electronic diary appointments, meeting coordination, and preparation of relevant documentation

• Coordinating all incoming and outgoing correspondence and managing the executive’s email inbox, including follow-up and monitoring

• Providing administrative support to the executive and branch, including meeting room management, stationery, and office equipment

• Actively managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support effective communication and collaboration

• Filing and maintaining records in accordance with approved records management processes and security protocols

• Conducting straightforward research and providing assistance with project coordination

• Coordinating programs, executive meetings, and other branch activities

• Providing secretariat support for meetings, including agenda preparation, minute-taking, and action tracking

Candidates must be able to demonstrate:

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy

• Ability to manage competing priorities in a structured and efficient manner

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• High-level proficiency in IT systems, including Microsoft Office

• Outstanding organisational and time management skills

• Initiative in identifying and improving administrative processes

• Ability to follow established procedures and respond to directions

• Effective stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills

What you need to do now

To apply, click the ‘Apply for this job’ button above or send a current resume and cover letter to our team at   expressing your interest in this opportunity. For a confidential talk in relation to this position, please call us on 02 5104 3170 . You may also contact our office via phone or email to arrange a Video Relay call or other call services through the National Relay Service. Plain, large font copies of this ad (and relating position description/s) may also be requested by emailing  .