In-House Legal Counsel (Corporate Law)

Job description

Greetings from Zensar Technologies!!! Zensar Technologies is a leading digital solutions and technology services company, helping global enterprises accelerate their digital transformation journey. We are looking for a dynamic and business-focused Legal Counsel to join our growing Legal Team in India. Role Overview The Legal Counsel will play a key role in supporting Zensar's commercial and business operations by drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and advising on a wide range of technology and commercial agreements. The role requires a commercially minded legal professional who can effectively partner with internal stakeholders and provide pragmatic legal solutions in a fast-paced technology environment. Key Responsibilities • Draft, review, negotiate, and manage commercial contracts with customers, partners, and vendors. • Support contract negotiations for: • Master Services Agreements (MSAs) • Statements of Work (SOWs) • Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) • SaaS and Software Licensing Agreements • Strategic Partnership Agreements • Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) • Vendor and Subcontractor Agreements • Consulting and Professional Services Agreements • Provide timely and practical legal advice on contractual, commercial, operational, and compliance-related matters. • Identify and mitigate legal and business risks while enabling commercial objectives. • Collaborate closely with Sales, Procurement, Delivery, HR, Finance, Information Security, and Leadership teams. • Support privacy, data protection, and regulatory compliance initiatives. • Develop and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and standard legal processes. • Manage contract lifecycle activities and ensure compliance with company policies. • Assist in dispute resolution and handling legal notices, claims, and escalations when required. Required Qualifications • LL.B. / LL.M. from a recognized university. • 3 - 8 years of post-qualification experience in a law firm or corporate legal department. • Strong experience in reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts. • Excellent understanding of contract law and commercial legal principles. • Strong communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications • Experience in IT Services, Technology, SaaS, or Software Contracting. • Knowledge of data privacy and data protection regulations. • Familiarity with global contracting frameworks and international commercial agreements. • Experience working with multinational clients and cross-border transactions. Key Competencies • Commercial Acumen • Contract Negotiation • Risk Assessment & Mitigation • Stakeholder Management • Legal Drafting • Problem Solving • Business Partnering • Attention to Detail Why Join Zensar? • Opportunity to work on global technology transactions. • Exposure to diverse commercial and legal matters. • Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment. • Partner closely with business leaders and drive strategic outcomes.