Value Leaf - Legal Manager

Job Title: Manager Legal.
Location: Mumbai / Bangalore.
Role: Manager Legal.
Job Summary:
- The role is a legal position involving corporate legal advisory (60%) and litigation management (40%).
- The incumbent will support the business on day-to-day corporate legal matters while independently managing litigation, court matters, and coordination with external counsels, law enforcement agencies, and internal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements, including but not limited to:.
- Vendor agreements, Service agreements, NDA's, MOUs, Partnership and channel agreements.
- Providing legal advisory to business teams on operational, regulatory, and contractual matters.
- Ensuring compliance with applicable laws, internal policies, and risk mitigation frameworks.
- Supporting internal stakeholders with legal opinions, contract interpretations, and issue resolution.
- Coordinating with internal teams (Finance, HR, Compliance, Operations) on legal matters.
- Maintaining contract repositories and legal documentation.

- Handling and managing civil, criminal, consumer, and commercial litigation matters.
- Experience in dealing with Court notices, summons, and orders, Police notices, complaints, FIRs, and investigations.
- Coordinating with external advocates, law firms, and counsels for filings, hearings, and case strategy.
- Preparing case briefs, responses, affidavits, and supporting documentation.
- Tracking litigation timelines, court dates, and ensuring timely compliance with court directions.
- Acting as the primary point of contact for law enforcement authorities when required.
- Maintaining litigation trackers, MIS reports, and status updates for management.
Qualifications & Experience:
Education:

- Bachelor's degree in Law (LL.B).
- A Master's degree or specialisation in Technology, IP, or Financial Laws is a plus.
- Enrollment with State Bar Council is preferred.
Experience:

- Minimum 5 years of legal experience in digital marketing, fintech, or a related field.
- Proficiency in handling data privacy, advertising standards, and financial regulations.
Skills:
- Strong knowledge of Indian laws, especially contract law, civil & criminal procedure.
- Hands-on experience in litigation handling and court process management.
- Ability to independently manage police interactions and sensitive legal matters.
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and legal interpretation skills.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities.
- High level of discretion, professionalism, and attention to detail.
- Ability to balance corporate advisory work with litigation demands.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic team at the forefront of digital innovation and financial technology.
- Career growth and learning opportunities in a rapidly evolving industry.