Job Title: Legal Manager
Location: Gurugram, Haryana
Company: Zuari Industries Limited
About the Role
Zuari Industries Limited is looking for a dynamic and business-oriented Legal Manager to support the organization's legal, contractual, litigation, and advisory functions. The incumbent will be responsible for managing end-to-end legal matters, mitigating business risks, handling litigation, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, and providing strategic legal guidance to internal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
•Manage civil, commercial, criminal, consumer, labor, and regulatory litigation matters.
•Coordinate with external counsels and law firms for effective representation before courts, tribunals, and regulatory authorities.
•Develop litigation strategy, review pleadings, evidence, legal notices, written statements, and other legal documents.
•Monitor ongoing cases, maintain litigation MIS, and provide regular updates to management.
•Drive dispute resolution through negotiations, mediation, arbitration, and settlements where appropriate.
Contract Drafting & Legal Documentation
•Draft, review, negotiate, and vet a wide range of agreements including:
o Vendor Agreements
o Service Agreements
o Supply Agreements
o Lease & License Agreements
o Consultancy Agreements
o Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
o Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs)
o Purchase Agreements
o Employment-related agreements
•Identify legal risks and recommend suitable risk mitigation measures during contract negotiations.
•Standardize legal templates and improve contract management processes.
Legal Advisory & Risk Management
•Provide practical and business-focused legal opinions to management and internal stakeholders.
•Advise various departments on legal implications of business decisions and operational matters.
•Conduct legal research and interpret laws, regulations, and judicial developments affecting the business.
•Support management in strategic projects, transactions, and business initiatives.
Compliance & Regulatory Support
•Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, licenses, and statutory requirements.
•Handle notices, inquiries, and communications from government authorities and regulatory bodies.
•Support implementation of corporate governance and compliance frameworks.
•Conduct legal awareness sessions and trainings for internal teams.
Stakeholder Management
•Partner closely with HR, Procurement, Finance, Commercial, Operations, and Leadership teams.
•Liaise with external lawyers, consultants, government authorities, and regulatory agencies.
Desired Candidate Profile
Qualification
•LL.B. from a recognized university (LL.M. preferred)
Experience
•8–15 years of relevant post-qualification experience
•Experience in handling litigation, contract drafting, legal advisory, and dispute resolution
•Experience in manufacturing, industrial, infrastructure, engineering, consumer goods, or diversified corporate environments preferred
Required Skills
•Litigation Management
•Arbitration & Dispute Resolution
•Contract Drafting & Negotiation
•Legal Advisory & Opinion Writing
•Regulatory Compliance
•Risk Assessment & Mitigation
•Stakeholder Management
•Excellent Communication & Negotiation Skills
Preferred Exposure
•Labour and employment law matters
•Commercial disputes and recovery matters
•Corporate legal and compliance functions
•Coordination with external counsels and regulatory authorities
Key Competencies
•Strong legal drafting skills
•Commercial and business acumen
•Problem-solving mindset
•Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
•High level of integrity and professional judgment