Assistant Manager Legal

Position: Assistant Manager – Legal

Location: Gurugram, Haryana
Reporting To: General Counsel

Role Summary:

The Assistant Manager – Legal will play a pivotal role in our client's legal operations. This position involves drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, conducting land due diligence, supporting M&A transactions, performing regulatory research, and collaborating with internal and global stakeholders. The ideal candidate will bring strong legal acumen, industry-specific knowledge, and the ability to manage complex legal matters in the renewable energy sector.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements including:
• NDAs, Purchase Orders, Work Orders, and Service Agreements
• EPC Contracts and O&M Agreements
• Lease Deeds, Sale Deeds, Easement Agreements
• Procurement and other project-related contracts

Land Due Diligence

• Support land acquisition processes through title verification and legal clearances.
• Prepare and finalize land-related documentation such as lease deeds, sale deeds, and conveyance deeds.
• Coordinate with internal land teams and external legal advisors to ensure statutory compliance.

M&A Transaction Support

• Assist in legal due diligence, transaction structuring, and documentation for mergers and acquisitions.
• Review and analyze key agreements including SPAs, SHAs, and JV contracts.

Regulatory Compliance & Research

• Conduct legal research on applicable laws and regulations affecting renewable energy projects (e.g., electricity, land, environmental).
• Track policy updates and advise on compliance requirements.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with internal departments such as Projects, Finance, and Procurement.
• Liaise with external stakeholders including law firms, government bodies, and counterparties.
• Coordinate with global legal teams on cross-border transactions and compliance matters.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: LL.B. / BA LL.B. from a recognized institution
• Bar Enrollment: Must be enrolled with the Bar Council
• Experience: 3–5 years in contract law, infrastructure/renewable energy, or corporate transactions (in-house or law firm)
• Core Competencies:
• Strong grasp of contract law, electricity regulations, and land laws
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and manage diverse stakeholders
• Prior experience in the renewable energy sector is preferred