Job Title: Team Leader - Legal (Contract Lifecycle Management) Experience Required: 6-9 years total, with minimum 2 years in a team leadership role Department: Legal Reporting To: Manager - Legal / Head - Legal Operations Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Team Lead with strong experience in Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) to manage and oversee a team of legal professionals. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of contract processes, excellent people management skills, and the ability to drive performance, accuracy, and compliance in all contract-related tasks. Key Responsibilities: Team Leadership & Supervision: - Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of legal associates working on contract drafting, review, abstraction, and negotiation. - Monitor team performance, set KPIs, and ensure timely delivery of assignments with high quality. - Provide training and continuous feedback to team members to improve productivity and legal acumen. - Act as the first point of escalation for internal and external stakeholders. Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM): - Oversee end-to-end lifecycle of commercial contracts including drafting, redlining, reviewing, negotiation support, execution, renewal, and termination. - Ensure adherence to client-specific guidelines, internal SLAs, and legal best practices. - Support the implementation and use of CLM tools or platforms such as Icertis, Docusign, Ironclad, Linksquare etc. Stakeholder Coordination: - Liaise with internal departments and external clients for smooth contract execution. - Participate in client calls, provide updates, and help in resolving contract-related queries or issues. Process Improvement: - Identify opportunities for automation, template development, and process enhancement within the CLM function. - Ensure up-to-date documentation and SOPs for the team. - Risk Management & Compliance: - Identify legal and business risks in contracts and propose appropriate mitigation strategies. - Ensure all contract practices align with applicable laws, company policies, and client requirements. Required Skills and Qualifications: - LLB or equivalent law degree from a reputed institution. - 6-9 years of legal experience, with a minimum of 2 years in a team leadership role. - Strong experience in Contract Lifecycle Management - especially in commercial, procurement, SaaS, NDA, MSA, SOW, and similar contracts. - Hands-on experience with CLM tools (e.g., Icertis, Docusign, Link Square etc.) preferred. - Excellent communication, drafting, negotiation, and legal research skills. - Proficient in MS Office Suite; knowledge of legal tech platforms is a plus. - Ability to manage deadlines and multitask in a fast-paced legal environment. What's in it for you: - Opportunity to manage a large, dynamic team in a reputable LPO firm. - Exposure to diverse legal processes and international contract management. - Competitive salary package with growth prospects in a leadership role. - Chance to work closely with senior leadership and influence business outcomes.
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Team Leader - Legal (Contract Lifecycle Management)