Legal Associate

Job Description: L egal Associate Coolboots Media Private Limited is seeking a highly motivated and experienced In-House Counsel to join our growing legal team. This role will be instrumental in supporting our business objectives by providing expert legal advice and guidance on a wide range of commercial contracts and legal matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in contract drafting, review, negotiation, and stakeholder management, along with a solid understanding of litigation management and legal research. Responsibilities: Contract Management: Draft, review, vet, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including but not limited to: Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) International Agreements Master Service Agreements (MSAs) Software as a Service (SaaS) Contracts Technical Contracts Vendor Agreements Customer Agreements Partnership Agreements Stakeholder Management: Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders across various departments (e.g., sales, finance, engineering) to understand their needs and provide timely and accurate legal advice. Litigation Management: Oversee and manage litigation matters, including coordinating with external counsel, preparing legal documents, and monitoring case progress. This includes empaneling external lawyers as needed. Legal Research: Conduct legal research and analysis to support business decisions and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Document and Records Management: Maintain and organize legal documents and records, ensuring accuracy and accessibility. Compliance: Assist in developing and implementing company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Other Legal Support: Provide general legal advice and support on a variety of legal matters as needed. Qualifications: Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree required; Master of Laws (LLM) preferred. 3-4 years of relevant experience as an in-house counsel or in a law firm specializing in commercial contracts and litigation. Proven experience in drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing a wide range of commercial contracts, including those listed above. Strong understanding of contract law, commercial law, IP laws and other relevant legal areas. Experience in litigation management, including coordinating with external counsel. Excellent research and analytical skills. Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Flexibility to work as per business requirements. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Experience in the I T, ITES, Service industry. Familiarity with data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA , DPDP ACT ).