Legal Counsel

Job Description

• Advise on general legal, regulatory and compliance matters with respect to ongoing business activities in India and elsewhere.
• Act as a business partner across the various functions in order to support the achievement of the organizations financial and operational goals and strategies.
• Advise on consumer protection and data privacy issues.
• Advise on and implement compliance measures and assess potential risk in situations where there might be alternative interpretations.
• Review and negotiate lease agreements for service centers, retail locations and Supercharger stations.
• Manage external counsel to address specific and discrete legal issues.
• Review and advise on motor vehicle sales contracts and warranty agreements.
• Review and negotiate general commercial contracts.
• Review labor contracts and advise on employment law issues.
• Qualification in India and solid working knowledge of India laws in the aforementioned subject areas.
• India Attorney's License is a must.
• Minimum of 5 years with a top-tier international law firm or top multinational company.
• Fluency in local languages and English.
• Ability to make sound business decisions quickly and in the face of ambiguity and uncertainty.
• Strong command of the details of relevant laws and regulations, but with an ability to make these laws and regulations understandable and actionable for a business audience.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects in multiple countries simultaneously.
• Ability to identify issues and propose and implement practical solutions quickly.
• Strong communication, writing, presentation and organizational skills.
• Desire to work independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced and fast-changing environment.
• A creative problem solver who is open to new ideas and new approaches.