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Manager Legal | Pune/Bengaluru | 5-8 yrs. | Employment Lawyer

Bangalore Urban Permanent INR2,250,000 - INR2,400,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking a Manager Legal to join our team in Pune/Bangalore. The ideal candidate will oversee legal operations, ensuring compliance and providing expert legal guidance.
  • Only candidates from Pune/Bengaluru, or willing to relocate, should apply
  • Only candidates with 5-8 years of post‑qualification experience should apply

About Our Client

Our client is a well‑established global technology services company with a strong people‑first culture and scaled operations.

Job Description

  • Work closely with the HR team on workforce matters including hiring, onboarding, employee relations, disciplinary issues, restructuring, transfers, and exits from a legal aspect.
  • Draft, review, and standardize employment contracts, notices, termination letters, and HR policy documents aligned with Indian labour and employment law.
  • Advise HR and business teams on applicability and compliance requirements under Indian labour statutes.
  • Support policy updates and employment governance initiatives across stakeholder groups.
  • Review and redline customer, vendor, partner, and data‑protection‑related agreements; provide basic commercial contracting support.
  • Coordinate with external counsel on employment‑related litigation and selected commercial disputes; manage documentation and follow‑ups.
  • Provide guidance on privacy requirements, including obligations under evolving Indian privacy laws as they relate to workforce and contracting.

The Successful Applicant

An ideal candidate should possess:

  • A degree in Law from a recognised institution.
  • 5-8 years PQE in scaled IT/services/product organisations only.
  • Demonstrated depth in employment & labour law advisory for the IT context: employment contracts, policy design, employee relations/discipline, restructuring, and compliant exits.
  • Comfort working with external counsel
  • Strong legal drafting, stakeholder communication, and time management skills.
  • High proficiency in MS Word and working knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity for Growth
  • Flexible and accommodating working environment
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6944959

Job summary

Function
Legal
Sub Sector
Legal Support - In House
What is your area of specialisation?
Technology & Telecoms
Location
Bangalore Urban
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-022026-6944959

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.