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General Counsel

India Permanent View Job Description
The General Counsel will lead the legal function, ensuring compliance with Indian pharmaceutical laws, international standards, and client's policies. This role is central to managing legal risk, supporting strategic initiatives, and maintaining best-in-class governance across operations.
  • Candidates with experience in Pharmaceuticals to apply
  • Candidates with 13 - 17 years of experience to apply

About Our Client

Our client is PE invested Pharma company.

As a large organization, they play an important role in driving development and implementing key initiatives in their industry.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement legal policies, standards, and frameworks aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
  • Establish and monitor compliance systems to ensure adherence to Indian and international pharmaceutical regulations.
  • Act as Board Secretary and oversee corporate governance, board processes, and statutory compliance.
  • Advise senior leadership on legal risks, strategic transactions, licensing, partnerships, and regulatory matters.
  • Lead litigation and dispute resolution matters while managing relationships with regulators and external legal counsel.
  • Review, negotiate, and finalize commercial contracts, including supply, distribution, licensing, and strategic partnership agreements.
  • Oversee intellectual property protection, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
  • Lead and develop the legal team, driving high performance, capability building, and continuous improvement.
  • Key responsibilities include overseeing contract negotiations, regulatory compliance, intellectual property protection, and dispute resolution. The role also involves liaising with Indian authorities.

The Successful Applicant

A successful General Counsel should have:

  • A degree in law from a recognized institution.
  • Proven experience in corporate law, regulatory compliance, M&A, contracts, litigation, and intellectual property management.
  • Strong knowledge of Indian pharmaceutical and healthcare regulations.
  • Experience within manufacturing or other highly regulated industries is preferred.
  • Practical understanding of GMP, GLP, ISO standards, import/export regulations, and international regulatory frameworks such as WHO, ICH, and PIC/S.
  • Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, risk assessment, and executive communication skills.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary package within the industry standards.
  • Comprehensive benefits, including paid leave and retirement plans.
  • Opportunity to work in a prominent state-owned company in the public sector.
  • Collaborative and professional work environment fostering growth.



If you are a qualified legal professional looking for a challenging opportunity, apply now to join a leading organization in the public sector.

Quote job ref
JN-012026-6931761

Job summary

Function
Legal
Sub Sector
Corporate
What is your area of specialisation?
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
India
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-012026-6931761

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.