Details of the Organization

Medhavi Skills University (MSU) is a government-notified private skills university established under a State Act in Sikkim, dedicated to promoting quality skill education and entrepreneurship integrated with higher education. As a pioneering institution in the convergence of the skilling ecosystem with higher education, MSU aligns with the National Education Policy, 2020 (NEP 2020).

Details of the Job/Internship

Medhavi Skills University is looking for a candidate for the position of Legal Counsel with 5 to 7 years of experience to join them at their office in Kolkata.

Role and Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and finalize agreements with partners, industries, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure all agreements are legally sound, align with organizational policies, and protect the university's interests.
• Negotiate terms and conditions with external stakeholders as needed.
• Provide expert legal inputs and suggestions to support decision-making on strategic and operational matters.
• Analyse risks associated with agreements, partnerships, and other initiatives, and propose mitigation strategies.
• Manage day-to-day legal affairs, including compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and university policies.
• Handle legal queries, disputes, and correspondence with relevant parties.
• Liaise with external legal consultants and advisors when required.
• Prepare detailed reports on legal matters, agreements, compliance status, and other related aspects for leadership review.
• Maintain an organized repository of all legal documents, agreements, and correspondences.
• Ensure adherence to statutory and regulatory requirements affecting the university and its operations.
• Monitor changes in laws and regulations and provide updates to leadership on potential implications.
• Support the Chancellor's Office in handling confidential and sensitive legal matters.
• Provide training and awareness to internal teams on legal and compliance requirements.
• Perform additional legal and administrative functions as assigned.

 

Eligibility

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB). Master’s degree in Law (LLM) preferred.
• Enrollment as a member of the Bar Council of India.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in legal counsel roles, preferably in the education, corporate, or skill development sectors.
• Proven expertise in drafting and reviewing agreements, managing legal compliance, and handling regulatory matters.

Salary/Stipend

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

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

India

State

West Bengal

City

Kolkata

Address

Kolkata, West Bengal, India.

Application and Registration Details

After you apply, you will receive the next steps of the application process via email. 

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