Details of the Organization

BDO India LLP is a member of BDO International, one of the world’s largest networks of professional services firms with a presence in over 166 countries. At BDO India, we offer a wide spectrum of strategic, financial, regulatory, tax, and digital advisory services to a diverse client base—both domestic and international. With over 9,000+ professionals across 14 cities, we are in an accelerated phase of growth and transformation.

Details of the Job/Internship

BDO India LLP is hiring for the position of Legal Director - Contracts with 15 to 20 years of experience to join their office in Mumbai. 

Role and Responsibilities

Contract Lifecycle Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of contracts including:
• SAAS Agreements, End User License Agreements, Master Service Agreements, Consultancy Contracts, Service Provider Agreements.
• IP-related Contracts: Trademark Licensing, Reseller Agreements, Joint Business/Venture Agreements, Licensing Agreements.
• Commercial Contracts: Client Service Engagement Letters, Investment Banking Contracts, NDAs, Vendor & Subcontractor Agreements, Referral Agreements, Loan Staffing Contracts.
• Develop contracts from scratch and maintain/update standardized templates.

Stakeholder Engagement & Negotiation

• Serve as the key legal advisor for internal stakeholders on all contractual matters.
• Lead negotiations with clients, vendors, partners, and third-party stakeholders.
• Provide strategic advice on contractual risk, compliance, insurance, and data privacy obligations.

Team Leadership & Process Development

• Build and lead a high-performing legal team to support contract management.
• Develop SOPs, policies, and workflows to streamline contract review and approval processes.
• Mentor junior legal professionals and foster team development.

Strategic Initiatives & Technology Integration

• Conduct legal research and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Provide input on matters related to data protection (e.g., GDPR, IT Act) and insurance.
• Evaluate and implement AI-driven tools to optimize contract lifecycle management.

Eligibility

• Educational Background: LLB (mandatory); additional qualifications like CS or LLM are highly desirable.
• Experience: 15–20 years PQE, preferably in a professional services, technology, or consulting environment.
• Expertise: Extensive experience with commercial, technology, and strategic contracts.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead legal teams and manage complex, high-value contractual negotiations.
• Communication: Excellent command over English – both written and verbal.
• Tech Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; familiarity with contract management tools is a plus.
• Attributes: Detail-oriented, process-driven, highly organized, and strategic thinker.

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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