Vice President - Legal/General Counsel - Capital Markets

Key Responsibilities:

Legal Advisory:

- Provide expert and strategic legal advice to management on various issues.

- Anticipate and guard against legal risks facing the company.

- Develop and lead corporate legal strategy to promote and protect the company's matters.

Compliance and Regulation:

- Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and standards.

- Monitor changes in legislation and advise the company on necessary actions.

- Interface with regulatory bodies and manage regulatory compliance.

Litigation and Dispute Resolution:

- Manage litigation and coordinate with external legal counsel as required.

- Represent the organization in court or in other dispute resolution proceedings.

- Handle investigations and resolve disputes through negotiation or litigation.

Corporate Governance:

- Ensure the organization maintains the highest standards of corporate governance.

- Oversee the drafting and review of critical documents, such as board resolutions and meeting minutes.

- Advise on issues related to corporate structure and governance.

Contract Management:

- Oversee the preparation, negotiation, and review of contracts.

- Ensure that contracts are legally sound and align with the company's objectives.

- Manage the contract lifecycle from inception to termination.

Policy Development:

- Develop and oversee the implementation of internal policies and procedures.

- Provide training and guidance on legal and compliance matters to staff.

- Ensure that policies are up-to-date and effectively communicated across the organization.

Risk Management:

- Identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.

- Maintain a robust risk management framework.

- Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure the company's risk profile is managed effectively.

Leadership and Management:

- Lead and manage the legal department, including recruitment, development, and performance management of legal staff.

- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the team.

Role Requirement:

- Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized institution; a Master's degree (LLM) is preferred.

- Minimum of 15 years of legal experience, with at least 5 years in a senior legal role within the financial services industry.

- Strong knowledge of securities laws, regulations, and compliance in India.

- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

- Experience in managing a team and working with senior management and board members.

Key Skills:

- Expertise in corporate law, securities law, and regulatory compliance.

- Strong leadership and managerial capabilities.

- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

- Strong ethical standards and high levels of integrity.

- Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.

- Proficiency in legal research and drafting.