DP World Looking for DGM-Legal at Mumbai, Maharashtra Full Time

Litigation & Dispute Management

1. Developing a Litigation and dispute Resolution strategy for cost effective resolution of

disputes and litigations, including out of court settlements.

2. IT enablement – Developing and monitoring Database, SOP and MIS for Domestic and

International litigation

Contract Management Drafting, negotiations etc. Evaluation of RFP,

Bid documents, preparation of the risk and deviation matrix to

advise the business team about the risk involved in the contract and advise on the

mitigation and to prepare an appropriate contract. Effective usage of the standard contract template and adherence to Contracting Policies of the Company.

Legal Compliance

Ensuring Legal Compliance in all areas of company business operations on ongoing basis.

Ensuring compliance of law and contractual obligations with business partners.

IT enablement & implementation if Online Compliance Tool as feasible regarding compliance

by different units.

Proactive awareness building among internal stakeholders about the compliance

requirement and changes of law.

Preparing guidance notes on areas of law applicable to company business.

To update on change of laws and regulations from time to time and ensure compliances

thereof.

As an enabler to business be proactive on legal matters and help with legal

advice to business on various business matters

Advise Management on all matters related to Commercial Contracts.

Preparing Contract Master for ease of all stakeholders/ internal teams, proper maintenance of contract files and adherence to Policies and systems;

Drafting, vetting and analysis of all Agreements, negotiation, and finalization of the contracts.

Liaison with the lawyers, external parties and to ensure contract sign off and handover

Co-ordinate and participate in the dispute resolution

Monitor and review various commercial/ contractual activities and requirements.

Co-ordinate with different departments to review ongoing commercial/ contractual activities.

Timely action on non-performance of commercial/ contractual obligations

Ensure proper record keeping of contracts

Handling litigation / arbitration for Commercial matters and deal with external lawyers and consultants

Attend meetings with internal and external customers & handle discussions independently

Prepare, maintain, and monitor MIS, SOPs & Company policies

Advise business on various legal issues.

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

Skills and Competencies

Excellent written and oral communication skills with a strong attention to detail.

Excellent knowledge and understanding of corporate laws, civil laws, arbitration laws and contract laws;

High degree of professional ethics and integrity

Sound judgement and ability to analyse situations and information

Good organization skills and time management

Interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with all stakeholders

Ability to work independently and in collaboration with the team / various stakeholders

Drive compliance to Company’s legal policies

Stakeholder

Internal: BU and Support Functions

External: All agencies

Educational Qualification (min)

Qualified LLB, or Masters in Law

Preferred Certifications if any

Experience in Infralogistic industries would be considered as an advantage

Excellent knowledge and understanding of laws, regulatory framework and procedures pertaining to Leasing laws, EXIM/ domestic rail business, warehousing, contract drafting.

Excellent communications and negotiations skills; excellent analytical abilities, decision making skills and legal research skills;

Excellent legal drafting and interpretation skills with high-detail orientation

High standards of integrity, ethics, and professionalism

Comfortable working in a fast-paced workplace

ability to work in a diverse environment

experience in training and having worked on Contract Management systems, making presentations all a plus

Range/ Min no of years – of overall Experience required

At least 10-15 years of full-time post qualification work experience

Min no of years of Industry specific experience required if any & the industry type

2-3 years