Details of the Organization

The Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), a homegrown institution with headquarters in New Delhi, is among the world’s leading climate think tanks. The Council is also often ranked among the world’s best-managed and independent think tanks. It uses data, integrated analysis, and strategic outreach to explain and change the use, reuse, and misuse of resources. It prides itself on the independence of its high-quality research and strives to impact sustainable development at scale in India and the Global South. In over fourteen years of operation, CEEW has impacted over 400 million lives and engaged with over 20 state governments.

Details of the Job/Internship

The Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) is looking for a candidate for the position of Legal Manager with 8 to 10+ years of experience to join them at their office in Delhi.

Role and Responsibilities

• Provide timely, accurate, and strategic legal advice on all aspects of the organisation's operations.
• Anticipate and identify legal risks and develop proactive strategies to mitigate them.
• Ensure all legal documents, including but not limited to MoUs, NDA, grant agreements, service agreements, and employment agreements, are drafted, reviewed or amended within a certain timeframe.
• Provide legal opinions on complex matters and assist in the interpretation of laws, rules, and regulations relevant to the non-profit sector.
• NGO-specific regulations: [e.g., Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA), Societies Registration Act, Public Trusts Act in India, or equivalent laws].
• Labour and employment laws: Advise on employee contracts, disciplinary procedures, sexual harassment policies (POSH), and other human resources-related legal issues.
• Tax laws: Advise on income tax exemptions, GST, FEMA, FDI, Shop and Establishment Act and other tax-related matters for a non-profit entity.
• Data privacy and protection laws: Ensure compliance with regulations like GDPR, local data protection acts, etc., especially when handling sensitive information.
• Others: Fire drill, IT, display requirements, etc.
• Manage corporate governance matters, including preparing and reviewing Board resolutions, minutes of meetings, and internal policies.
• Independently conduct legal due diligence on potential partners, projects, and new initiatives.
• Stay informed and knowledgeable about all new laws within the system.
• Manage and oversee all legal proceedings and disputes involving the organisation.
• Coordinate with and manage external legal counsel as needed, ensuring cost-effectiveness and favourable outcomes.
• Develop and implement strategies for alternative dispute resolution to avoid costly litigation.
• Develop, update, and maintain a repository of all organisational policies, including those related to procurement, anti-corruption, and whistleblowing.
• Ensure that internal documents, handbooks, and manuals are legally sound and in line with current laws.
• Provide periodic training to staff as required in our policy (like for anti-corruption, Safeguarding, and Data protection).
• Leverage AI and automation to streamline repetitive legal review.

Eligibility

• LLB, or Master's in Law with minimum 8-10+ years of experience within a law firm or corporate legal department, with primary emphasis on laws applying to non-profits.
• Experience in Grants Management will be considered as an advantage.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of laws, regulatory framework, and procedures. about Corporate Law, Trust, and FCRA Regulations.
• High standards of integrity, ethics, and professionalism.
• Understanding of the Laws that apply to CEEW.

Salary/Stipend

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

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

India

Address

Delhi, India.

Application and Registration Details

After you submit your application, you will receive the next steps in the process via email. Please follow the instructions provided to complete your application.

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