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Job Title


Head of Legal


Company : Angel and Genie


Location : Bangalore, Karnataka


Created : 2025-06-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Legal Strategy and Oversight: Develop and implement legal strategies aligned with the company's goals and objectives. Provide strategic legal advice and guidance to senior management and the board of directors. Oversee all legal activities, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, andindustry standards.Contract Management: Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including construction agreements,subcontractor agreements, vendor contracts, and joint venture agreements. Ensure that contracts are properly executed and that the company's interests are protected inall contractual arrangements.Risk Management: Identify legal risks associated with construction projects, transactions, and businessoperations. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimize legal exposure and protect thecompany's assets and reputation.Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Manage all legal disputes, claims, and litigation matters involving the company, includingconstruction disputes, contract disputes, and regulatory enforcement actions. Collaborate with external counsel and represent the company in legal proceedings asnecessary.Regulatory Compliance: Stay abreast of changes in construction laws, regulations, and industry standards. Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements, including building codes,environmental regulations, safety regulations, and licensing requirements.Corporate Governance: Oversee corporate governance matters, including board meetings, corporate filings, andcompliance with corporate governance best practices. Advise senior management and the board on corporate governance issues andresponsibilities.Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) and Corporate Transactions: Provide legal support for mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other corporatetransactions. Conduct due diligence reviews and assess legal risks associated with potential transactions.Legal Training and Development: Develop and implement legal training programs for employees across the organization. Provide guidance and mentorship to legal department staff and other employees on legalmatters relevant to their roles.Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain positive relationships with internal stakeholders, including seniormanagement, department heads, and project teams. Interact with external stakeholders, including clients, regulatory authorities, governmentagencies, and industry associations.Budgeting and Resource Management: Prepare and manage the legal department's budget, including forecasting expenses andallocating resources effectively. Optimize the use of internal and external legal resources to achieve cost-effective outcomes.