Details of the Organization

Cactus Communications is a technology company specialising in expert services and AI-driven products that enhance how research is funded, published, communicated, and discovered. The organisation focuses on supporting the global research ecosystem through innovative and technology-led solutions.

Details of the Job/Internship

Cactus Communications is hiring an Assistant Manager, Legal to join its team in Mumbai. The role involves participation in a structured selection process comprising an initial recruiter screening, a technical assessment, and two to three interview rounds, including an in-person meeting. Applicants must have legal authorisation to work in the country where the role is advertised.

Role and Responsibilities

Contract Management:

• Draft, review, negotiate, and finalise a wide range of agreements, including MSAs, business agreements, vendor agreements, NDAs, settlement agreements, RFPs, term sheets, lease deeds, and other business contracts.
• Optimise contract management processes to improve efficiency and ensure compliance.
• Manage contracts across multiple international jurisdictions.

Stakeholder Management:

• Act as a trusted legal advisor to internal business teams on legal and compliance matters.
• Work closely with external counsel and consultants on critical legal issues.

Compliance and Policy Management:

• Draft, implement, monitor, and advise on corporate policies and SOPs in line with legal, regulatory, and industry standards.
• Track legislative changes and ensure compliance across jurisdictions.

Data Privacy and Protection:

• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations, including GDPR and local privacy laws.
• Oversee standardisation of data handling practices across the organisation.

Freelancer / Independent Contractor Management:

• Standardise contracts and policies for freelancers and independent contractors.
• Prepare responses to freelancer and independent contractor-related queries.
• Ensure agreements are legally sound and aligned with business objectives.

Technology Integration:

• Identify opportunities to use technology to streamline legal processes and operations.
• Leverage contract management tools to enhance efficiency and legal operations.

Intellectual Property Rights:

• Oversee protection, enforcement, and management of intellectual property assets across jurisdictions.
• Draft and review IP-related clauses, internal IP policies, copyright ownership statements, assignment agreements, brand usage guidelines, and confidentiality frameworks.
• Prepare legal notices and coordinate with external counsel on filings, renewals, oppositions, and infringement matters.

Process Ownership and Operational Excellence:

Develop templates, playbooks, FAQs, workflows, dashboards, and trackers for contracts, compliance, IP, and risk management.

Dispute Resolution and Litigation Support:

• Manage and respond to legal notices, demand letters, and pre-litigation matters.
• Liaise with external counsel on litigation strategy, documentation, and case updates.
• Maintain internal trackers and ensure timely submissions and responses.

Legal Research:

• Conduct legal research on cross-border regulations, commercial laws, and emerging areas such as AI, data protection, employment, and sectoral regulations.
• Prepare concise research notes for business leadership when required.

Risk Management and Legal Advisory:

• Identify legal risks and provide proactive mitigation strategies.
• Review new initiatives, business models, and processes to flag legal implications early.
• Provide practical, business-focused legal advice to support decision-making.

Eligibility

• Bachelor of Law (LL.B.) with 7–9 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in business partnering and working closely with internal teams to address legal issues and deliver practical, business-aligned solutions.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify legal concepts for non-legal stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage high volumes of work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to deliver fast closures with efficiency.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated expertise in international corporate and contractual laws.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Highly motivated, independent, and results-oriented mindset.

Salary/Stipend

Compensation details will be finalized during the interview process with the selected candidate.

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

India

Address

Work from Home.

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