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Lead Counsel| Hyderabad| Contracts & Compliance| 6 - 11 years

Hyderabad Permanent View Job Description
The Lead Legal Counsel will be responsible for providing expert legal advice and ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks within the energy and natural resources industry, specifically focusing on renewable energy.Based in Hyderabad, this role involves drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts while mitigating legal risks.
  • Lawyers with experience in GCC (global capability centre) to apply
  • Lawyers with 7 - 11 years to apply

About Our Client

The hiring organisation is a small-sized company operating in the renewable energy sector within the energy and natural resources industry. Known for its innovative approach, the company is committed to sustainable practices and delivering high-quality services.

Job Description

Commercial Contracts:

* Draft, review, and negotiate and finalise various commercial contracts including those for office space fit outs, procurement of goods and services, SAAS platforms, Hire-purchase and other financing agreements and also internal corporate related party agreements.

* Standardisation of contracts/PO templates for various repetitive transactions.

Corporate, Compliance & General Advisory:

* Advise on compliance with Indian corporate laws, SEZ laws, and employment laws on an ongoing basis.

* Support on entity-level compliance requirements during setup.

* Assist with group policy/process adoption with necessary localisation for Indian laws.

Stakeholder & Operational Support:

* Liaise with cross-functional teams, Admin, Procurement, HR, Finance, on various legal day to day legal matters.

* Provide contractual and legal support to business and project teams across Pune and Hyderabad offices.

* Support in tracking and closing high-volume, fast-turnaround contract/compliance requirements.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Legal Counsel should have:

  • A degree in Law (LLB or equivalent).
  • 6 - 10 years of experience
  • Strong understanding of legal frameworks related to the energy and natural resources industry.
  • Expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts.
  • Experience in regulatory compliance and risk management.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary package based on experience and expertise.
  • Opportunity to work in the growing renewable energy sector in Visakhapatnam.
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Comprehensive benefits and holiday leave.



If you are passionate about the energy and natural resources industry and are eager to contribute to a leading renewable energy company in Hyderabad, we encourage you to apply for the Legal Counsel position.

Quote job ref
JN-082025-6803667

Job summary

Function
Legal
Sub Sector
Contract
What is your area of specialisation?
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Hyderabad
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-082025-6803667

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.