Details of the Organization
The founding fathers of Nalanda Educational Institutions Late I V Kameswara Rao, Late Sri K Basava Purnaiah, Late Sri A V Subba Rao and Sri K Rambabu along with the dynamic personality Sri A Vijaya Babu created the change they wanted to see in school education that was mechanical, monotonous and emphasized rote learning at that time. Out of this desire was born Nalanda Vidya Niketan in the year 1998 - a place of comprehensive education for overall development and balanced growth of every child.
Details of the Job/Internship
Nalanda Vidyaniketan is hiring for the position of legal Advisor-Central Office to join their office in Vijayawada.
Role and Responsibilities
- Provide expert legal advice and guidance on a wide range of issues affecting the institution, including contracts, employment, compliance, intellectual property, and student matters.
- Interpret and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to ensure the institution’s interests are protected.
- Ensure that all contractual agreements comply with relevant laws and regulations.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct regular audits to identify potential legal risks and provide solutions to mitigate these risks.
- Keep abreast of changes in legislation and ensure that the institution’s policies are updated accordingly.
- Represent the institution in legal proceedings, including litigation, arbitration, and mediation.
- Manage and coordinate with external legal counsel as needed.
- Handle disputes and complaints involving students, staff, and third parties in a timely and effective manner.
- Provide training and education to staff and faculty on legal matters, including compliance, contract management, and risk management.
- Develop and disseminate educational materials on relevant legal topics.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all legal documents, contracts, and correspondence.
- Ensure that legal documentation is stored securely and is easily accessible when needed.
- Assist in the development and review of institutional policies and procedures to ensure they comply with legal requirements.
- Provide legal input during the formulation and implementation of institutional strategies and initiatives.
- Work collaboratively with various departments and administrative offices to provide legal support and advice.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for legal inquiries and coordination with external legal entities.
Eligibility
- Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from an accredited institution; a Master’s degree in Law (LLM) is preferred.
- Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a legal advisor or in a similar role, preferably in the education sector.
- Strong knowledge of education law, contract law, employment law, and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure.
Salary/Stipend
Salary details will be finalized during the interview process with the selected candidate.
Type of Opportunity
Fulltime
Country
India
State
Andhra Pradesh
City
Vijayawada
Address
Near Benz Circle, Vijayawada, AndhraPradesh 520010