Details of the Organization

The company operates across multiple cities in the F&B/QSR sector with a strong focus on compliance, regulatory accuracy, and operational discipline. With expanding outlets, the organisation emphasizes risk management, timely licensing, and adherence to statutory obligations. The legal and compliance function plays a key role in supporting seamless operations and structured growth.

Details of the Job/Internship

Maiz Kitchens  is hiring a Legal & Compliance Manager with 4–8 years of experience to oversee legal, regulatory, and compliance functions across its multi-city retail operations. 

Role and Responsibilities

1. Agreement Drafting & Review

• Review, revise, and negotiate rental/lease agreements.
• Draft and review vendor agreements, NDAs, service contracts, and inter-company agreements.
• Maintain a contract repository with renewal tracking.
• Ensure stamp duty payment, contract registration, and compliance with state-specific requirements.

2. Licensing & Regulatory Compliance

• Manage and procure licenses for QSR operations including S&E, FSSAI, Health License, Trade License, Eating House License, Music License, Fire NOC, and Pollution NOC.
• Ensure timely renewals and proper display of licenses at all outlets.
• Maintain a compliance tracker for all stores across cities.

3. Intellectual Property Coordination

• Coordinate with external counsel on trademark filings, renewals, oppositions, and brand protection.
• Maintain a database of all IP assets and track deadlines.

4. Regulatory Filings & Corporate Compliance

• Support statutory filings under the Companies Act and assist with board resolutions.
• Ensure compliance with labour, food safety, municipal, and local regulations.
• Draft policies, SOPs, and internal compliance documents.

5. Legal Risk Management

• Identify legal risks in contracts, operations, vendor relationships, and new outlets.
• Provide legal guidance for new store launches and expansion.
• Coordinate with Finance, Operations, HR, and Projects teams to ensure compliance.

6. Coordination & Governance

• Liaise with law firms, consultants, municipal bodies, and government departments.
• Maintain organized physical and digital documentation for audit readiness.
• Prepare periodic legal and compliance reports for leadership.

Eligibility

• LL.B. from a recognized university; LL.M. preferred.
• 4–8 years of experience in legal, regulatory, or compliance roles.
• Experience in QSR, retail, hospitality, or franchising is an added advantage.

Salary/Stipend

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

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

India

Address

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.

Application and Registration Details

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