Legal Counsel with Majid Al Futtaim

Deadline Open Deadline

Location Gurugram, Haryana, India

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

Details of the Organization

Majid Al Futtaim, established in 1992, stands as the foremost pioneer in shopping malls, communities, retail, and leisure across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.

From its inception, Majid Al Futtaim has epitomized a remarkable business success story, driven by one man's vision to redefine the landscape of shopping, entertainment, and leisure, aiming to create 'Great Moments for Everyone, Everyday'. Over the years, it has evolved into one of the most esteemed and thriving businesses in the United Arab Emirates, extending its footprint across 16 international markets.

Employing over 45,000 individuals, Majid Al Futtaim is recognized for its excellence, boasting the highest credit rating (BBB) among privately-held corporations in the region. With a steadfast commitment to innovation, customer satisfaction, and community engagement, Majid Al Futtaim continues to shape the future of retail and leisure experiences worldwide.

Details of the Job/Internship

Majid Al Futtaim is currently seeking a Legal Counsel with 6+ years of experience to join their team in Gurugram. As a leading pioneer in shopping malls, communities, retail, and leisure across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, Majid Al Futtaim is committed to upholding the highest legal standards and compliance.

Role and Responsibilities

Contracts:

Draft contracts, agreements, letters and notifications as required in a timely manner and ensuring that they are compliant with internal standards and legal requirements, with a focus on technology, e-commerce, digital and marketing
Liaise with business, operational and technical stakeholders to procure relevant information to prepare tailored contracts and assess risks

Legal Advice:

Advising on various commercial, contractual and business matters, with a focus on law and regulations relating to intellectual property, e-commerce and data privacy

Regulatory Compliance:

Proactively identifying issues and risks and advising on relevant laws and regulations with a focus on the e-commerce and digital business

Legal Due Diligence and Claims:

Provide support when advising concerning business transactions, claim liability, advisability of prosecuting or defending lawsuits, or legal rights and obligations
Support the development of strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases

Legal Research and Evaluation:

Support research on laws, rulings and regulations to safeguard and legally protect business operations
Gather evidence to formulate defence or to initiate legal actions, by such means as interviewing clients and witnesses to ascertain the facts of a case
Support the development of strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases
Research the probable outcomes of cases, using knowledge of legal precedents and research
Keep abreast of the changes to laws and regulations of the region, monitor legal publications and study the new trends related to legal practices and their impact on the current scenario

Legal Policies and Procedures:

Research policies for legal correctness with a view to provide legal advice in relation to the drafting of contracts/policies
Ensure necessary law applications to protect the organization in conjunction with allowing for commercial advantages
Develop reports on internal legal process is followed and tasks are completed within the deadlines
Report any actions or omissions that might interfere with the operations or policies of the company

Eligibility

Experience Required:

6+ years' legal experience including in-house roles, preferably with 2+ years in retail experience
Experience of technology, media and telecommunications industry or related work strongly preferred
Exposure to the Middle East and GCC markets desirable

Minimum Qualifications/education: