Legal Executive with EMPHORIA (Bhubaneswar)

Deadline Open Deadline

Location PLOT-G/5, Unit 6, Ganga Nagar, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 751001.

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

Details of the Organization

EMPHORIA aims to provide quality, sustainable and reliable services to its clients throughout the globe in Energy & Commodities sector. They believe in providing integrated services in the field of Energy utilities and Supply value chain.

Details of the Job/Internship

EMPHORIA is hiring for the position of Legal Executive with 4+ years of experience to join their office in Bhubaneswar.

Role and Responsibilities

1. Debt Recovery & Claims Resolution

Collaborate with Finance, EPC, and Logistics teams to identify and monitor outstanding dues and claims.
Initiate legal proceedings or settlements for high-value or time-sensitive cases.
Maintain a monthly Recovery Report tracking resolved claims, legal actions, and pending recoveries.
Work closely with the Finance Team to implement and finalize debt recovery strategies.

2. Dispute & Litigation Management

Resolve disputes with clients, vendors, and contractors via negotiation, mediation, or formal legal actions.
Prioritize early resolution and internal settlement of disputes.
Efficiently manage litigation matters, targeting closure within defined timelines.
Maintain a Litigation Management System to track filings, court dates, and progress.
Submit monthly litigation updates with strategies and expected outcomes.

3. Contract Management

Review, draft, and update standard contract templates across departments (EPC, Logistics, etc.).
Maintain a centralized Contract Management System covering contract lifecycle from negotiation to renewal.
Ensure all contracts undergo legal review within 7 business days of finalization.
Conduct quarterly reviews with department heads to assess contract performance and compliance.
Reduce contract-related risks through improved drafting and negotiation protocols.

4. Compliance & Legal Risk Management

Conduct quarterly legal audits to verify compliance with labor laws, environmental regulations, and corporate governance norms.
Develop legal risk mitigation plans for project delays, payment defaults, and client escalations.
Track and ensure compliance with any new regulatory updates within 30 days of notification.
Prepare Quarterly Compliance Reports covering legal, tax, and regulatory standards.

5. Training & Collaboration

Conduct quarterly training sessions for department heads on contracts, compliance, and dispute resolution.
Host monthly cross-functional legal check-ins with EPC, Logistics, Finance, and Commercial teams.

6. Department-Specific Legal Support

EPC:
- Review vendor and subcontractor contracts; monitor disputes and delays for legal impact; ensure IR and statutory compliance.
- Logistics:
- Vet transport/service contracts; resolve vendor disputes related to delays or service lapses.
Finance:
- Drive legal processes for debt recovery and financial claim settlements; collaborate closely on enforcement strategies.

7. Reporting & Documentation

Submit regular reports, including:
Monthly Debt Recovery and Claims Report
Monthly Litigation & Dispute Report
Monthly Contract Management Summary
Quarterly Legal Compliance Audit
Quarterly Team Training & Performance Report.

Eligibility

Educational Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law (LLB/LLM) with a specialization in corporate, energy, or industrial law.
Experience: Minimum 4+ years in legal advisory roles within EPC, O&M, logistics, or renewable energy sectors.
Core Expertise: Contract law, litigation, arbitration, industrial compliance, labor law, and dispute resolution.
Knowledge Areas: Corporate governance, taxation, environmental and safety laws, and government regulations.
Preferred Background: Experience working under a Supreme Court Advocate on Record (AOR).
Strong Preference: Proven experience in both litigation and contract management.