Details of the Organization

AB InBev's journey in India began in 2007 with a vision to bring world-class beer experiences to the country. We introduced popular brands like Budweiser, Corona and Hoegaarden, among others, creating a new standard for beer enthusiasts. Since then, we've been dedicated to fostering a thriving beer culture in India.

Details of the Job/Internship

AB InBev India is hiring for the position of Legal Counsel Manager with 4 years of experience to join their office in Bengaluru.

Role and Responsibilities

Legal Advisory

• Provide proactive and strategic legal advice across a broad range of legal matters including commercial contracts, regulatory issues, IP, corporate governance, and compliance.
• Act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders, balancing legal risk with business priorities.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and industry regulations; provide training to internal teams.
• Review documentation and processes, offering practical, risk-mitigated solutions.

Contract Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements including supplier, distribution, licensing, and strategic partnership contracts.
• Align contract terms with business objectives while ensuring legal safeguards.

Risk Management

• Identify and mitigate legal and compliance risks; guide internal stakeholders on legal implications of key decisions.
• Support the business in building processes that reduce future liabilities.

Corporate Governance

• Advise on matters related to board governance, corporate policies, and regulatory compliance with corporate law.

Transactions & M&A

• Support M&A activity and strategic initiatives by conducting legal due diligence, drafting transaction documents, and providing end-to-end legal support.

Dispute Resolution

• Manage and oversee legal disputes, litigation, and arbitration matters in coordination with external counsel.
• Develop strategies to protect the company’s interests and minimize exposure.

Legal Training & Awareness

• Develop and deliver training sessions to business units to promote legal awareness and foster a culture of ethics and compliance.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Partner with teams across functions—sales, marketing, finance, and operations—to deliver integrated legal solutions aligned with business goals.

ontinuous Improvement

• Keep abreast of evolving legal and regulatory trends.
• Contribute to the evolution and efficiency of internal legal processes and best practices.

Eligibility

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B.) from a recognized university.
• 4+ years of post-qualification experience in corporate and commercial law.
• Prior in-house experience, especially in the FMCG, manufacturing, or beverage sector, is preferred.
• Strong expertise in regulatory compliance, contract drafting/negotiation, and risk assessment.
• Proven ability to independently manage complex legal issues with sound judgment and business acumen.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Salary/Stipend

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

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

India

Address

Bengaluru, Karnataka

Application and Registration Details

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