27 Legal Contracts jobs in India

• Draft, review, and negotiate a diverse range of commercial contracts and agreements.
• Provide legal advice and counsel on contractual terms, liabilities, and risks to business stakeholders.
• Manage the contract lifecycle from drafting to execution and renewal.
• Ensure all contracts comply with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Assist in the resolution of contractual disputes and claims.
• Conduct legal research on matters related to contract law and commercial transactions.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date contract records.
• Collaborate effectively with internal departments and external counsel.
• Identify opportunities for improving contract processes and templates.
• Stay current with legal developments impacting contractual agreements.

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree from a reputed university.
• Minimum of 6-8 years of post-qualification experience in corporate law.
• Extensive experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts.
• In-depth knowledge of contract law, business law, and relevant industry regulations.
• Experience with technology-related agreements (e.g., SaaS, IP licensing) is a strong plus.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex legal concepts clearly.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, suitable for remote work.
• Must be a member of the Bar Council of India.

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts.
• Advise on contractual terms and legal implications.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks.
• Manage contract lifecycle and documentation.
• Collaborate with internal business units.
• Provide legal support for procurement and sales activities.
• Assist in contract dispute resolution.

• Draft, review, and revise a wide range of commercial contracts, including service agreements, vendor contracts, NDAs, and partnership agreements.
• Assist in the negotiation of contract terms and conditions with clients, vendors, and other external parties.
• Provide legal guidance and support to business teams on contractual matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on various legal issues related to contracts and commercial law.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Maintain and organize contract management systems and databases.
• Assist senior legal counsel with litigation support and dispute resolution matters as needed.
• Identify potential legal risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Stay updated on changes in relevant laws and regulations.
• Support corporate governance activities as required.

• Law degree (LL.B. or equivalent) from a recognized university.
• 0-3 years of post-qualification experience in corporate law, with a focus on contract drafting and review.
• Strong understanding of contract law principles and commercial terms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal research methodologies.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Membership in a Bar Association is required.
• Familiarity with contract management software is a plus.

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, service agreements, partnership agreements, licensing agreements, and NDAs.
• Provide clear and concise legal advice to business stakeholders on contractual terms, risks, and obligations.
• Develop and maintain standard contract templates and playbooks to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Manage the contract review and approval process, ensuring compliance with internal policies and legal requirements.
• Advise on contract disputes and assist in resolution strategies.
• Stay current with relevant laws and regulations affecting commercial agreements.
• Conduct legal research and provide guidance on emerging legal issues.
• Collaborate with internal departments, such as sales, procurement, and finance, to support business objectives.
• Assist in the development and implementation of contract management systems and processes.
• Mentor junior legal team members on contract law and best practices.

• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from a reputable institution.
• Admission to the Bar and licensed to practice law in a recognized jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a lawyer, with a substantial focus on commercial contract drafting and negotiation, preferably within a corporate legal department or a reputable law firm.
• Demonstrated expertise in contract law and commercial transactions.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Strong understanding of risk assessment and mitigation strategies related to contracts.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage a high volume of work, and meet tight deadlines in a remote environment.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and contract management software.
• Experience working with diverse business units and stakeholders is essential.

Location : Mumbai / Bangalore

Responsibilities:

• Assist in protecting the Company’s legal interests and maintaining its operations within the scope established by law. Analyzing legal issues and issues related to commercial risks, and presenting clear recommendations, and assuring legal compliance
• Undertaking drafting of commercial agreement’s like Master Service Agreements, Alliance Agreements, License Agreements and other agreements relevant to the business of an Information Technology service provider
• Reviewing proposals, assisting in preparing proposals and providing assistance in responding to tenders, RFP’s etc Participating in negotiations with customer and vendors and ensuring conformance with internal contracting requirements and risk mitigation requirements
• Undertaking legal advisory functions in relation to general corporate compliance. Tracking laws and regulations that are relevant to the Company’s business and policies. Providing legal advice to all levels of executive staff.

Skillset Required:

Professional :

• Generic Legal Knowledge : Basic knowledge of key principles and terminology in all legal practice areas (contracts, IP etc.) to complete the assigned task with guidance across areas, including good drafting skills with respect to legal documents.
• Domain Knowledge : Basic knowledge of relevant market trends in own area of legal practice in order to give inputs for taking an appropriate decision.
• Legal Research & Analysis : Thorough knowledge of legal research methodology (including information gathering, fact collection and analysis) so as to deliver and integrate pertinent legal advice with the facts.
• Industry/ Market Knowledge : Basic knowledge of key macro-economic trends in order to understand the link and impact on Infosys’ business. Basic knowledge of financial aspects, policies and practices to support the finance teams in the relevant practice area, by providing appropriate inputs to analyze the prevailing situation/ scenario. Exposure to the legal side of the IT industry will be an added advantage.

Behavioral :

• Must have strong and effective written and spoken communication skills
• Must be a team player
• Must be constantly involved in learning and innovation processes within the organization and the department
• Must have the ability to analyze and apply logical reasoning while addressing issues
• Must have good organizational and time management skills

Qualification:

BA (LLB) or Masters in Law from a reputed law school with 4-8 years’ experience.

Responsibilities:

• Drafting and reviewing of complex commercial IT contracts, in English language, governed by various European laws, e.g. IT outsourcing agreements, IT service agreements, alliance agreements, subcontracting agreements, license agreements and other agreements relevant to the business of an IT service provider.
• Reviewing proposals and requests for proposals (RFPs), assisting in preparing proposals and providing assistance in responding to RFPs etc.
• Participating in negotiations with customers and vendors across continental Europe and ensuring conformance with internal contracting requirements and policies as well as risk mitigation requirements, managing and controlling the internal escalation and approval procedures.
• Analyzing legal issues and issues related to commercial risks, and presenting clear recommendations to the business teams and to the senior management; acting as an interface between the local offices and the global headquarters.
• Performing Legal advisory functions and local interface to the global legal team in relation to general corporate compliance.
• Tracking laws and regulations that are relevant to the Company’s business and policies.
• Sharing knowledge about local laws and business trends within a global community of the Infosys legal department.

Skills & Mindset Requirements:

• 3 to 8 years of prior experience in handling high value and complex, multi-layered transactions.
• Excellent contract drafting / writing and negotiation skills.
• Well organized, stress-resistant, and autonomous – able to work both independently as well as in multidisciplinary teams.
• Very good domain expertise in contracting and legal matters related to the IT industry and the various industry verticals related thereto.
• Excellent English language skills, both spoken and written, ideally gained during studies or work performed abroad. Being able to communicate to the point.
• Preferred knowledge and understanding of common law principles and of other European laws; preferable gained through an LLM or similar Masters’ degree.
• Approachable & responsive to business requirements.
• Must be able to demonstrate/show examples of solutions provided to complex commercial and legal issues.
• Open to travel within continental Europe to client meetings and negotiations at short notice.
• Basic knowledge of Litigation is preferable.
• Humor and stress resistance.

Qualification :

• LLB / Equivalent Law Background
• LLM would be preferred.
• 4-8 years of relevant experience.

Role Overview:

The Commercial Contracts Management Lead will be responsible for end-to-end management of commercial contracts, with a primary focus on reviewing and redlining Statements of Work (SOWs), mentoring a team of junior lawyers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role demands a proactive, business-oriented mindset and the ability to work on time-sensitive, business-critical contracts.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Contract Review & Negotiation

• Lead the review, drafting, and redlining of commercial contracts, especially SOWs, ensuring alignment with business objectives and risk mitigation strategies.
• Provide expert guidance to junior lawyers, fostering their professional growth and ensuring high-quality contract management deliverables.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (delivery, finance, sales, and other cross-functional teams) to ensure comprehensive contract review and alignment.

2. Post-Execution Contract Management

• Summarize key contractual terms (commercial constructs, scope, termination, change management, dispute protocols) in business-friendly language for internal teams.
• Conduct onboarding sessions and workshops for business stakeholders post-signing to clarify obligations and expectations.
• Support ongoing contract compliance, including tracking obligations, renewals, and supporting audits.

3. Governance & Risk Management

• Participate in regular governance meetings to monitor contract performance, identify non-compliance or operational risks, and advise on legal implications.
• Proactively flag potential legal risks, recommend mitigation strategies, and ensure alignment with contractual remedies.

4. Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) System and Tools

• Support the implementation and operation of the Contract Lifecycle Management system and other tools for legal.
• Serve as a subject matter expert, providing guidance and training to stakeholders on system usage and best practices.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong experience in commercial contract review, negotiation, and management.
• Proven leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver on tight deadlines.
• Analytical, organized, and detail-oriented approach.
• Proficiency with contract lifecycle management systems.

Qualification:

• Law graduate/post-graduate from a premier University (LLB degree is a must).
• Minimum 5 years of full time relevant experience post qualification.

About Infosys Legal:

Infosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. With over four decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we expertly steer clients, in more than 56 countries, as they navigate their digital transformation powered by cloud and AI. Our approach is to equip them with an AI-first core, empower their businesses with agile digital capabilities at scale, and foster continuous improvement through perpetual learning. This is achieved by transferring digital skills, expertise, and ideas from our innovation ecosystem. We are steadfastly committed to being a well-governed, environmentally sustainable organization where diverse talent flourishes in an inclusive environment.

Our Legal department, led by the General Counsel of Infosys, Inderpreet Sawhney, comprises approximately of 150 lawyers spread across Infosys and its various subsidiaries.

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, partnership agreements, service agreements, licensing agreements, and NDAs.
• Advise business teams on legal implications of commercial transactions and contractual terms.
• Ensure all contracts comply with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Manage contract lifecycle from initiation through execution and renewal.
• Develop and maintain standard contract templates and playbooks.
• Conduct legal research and provide analysis on complex contractual issues.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including sales, procurement, and finance departments.
• Assist in developing and implementing risk management strategies related to contractual obligations.
• Provide training to business teams on contract negotiation and best practices.
• Stay abreast of evolving legal and regulatory landscapes affecting commercial contracts.

• Law degree (LL.B. or equivalent) from a reputable institution and admission to the Bar.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience practicing corporate and commercial law, with a significant focus on contract drafting and negotiation.
• Demonstrated expertise in a wide variety of commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of Indian contract law and common law principles.
• Experience working with international contracts and cross-border transactions is highly desirable.
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work independently, manage a demanding workload, and meet tight deadlines in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in legal research databases and contract management systems.
• High level of business acumen and strategic thinking.