Require a Legal Head in Mumbai
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- Oversee all legal matters related to marketing campaigns including compliance with the Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) the Competition Act and consumer protection laws.
- Draft review and negotiate contracts with agencies vendors influencers and partners ensuring alignment with company policies and legal standards.
- Provide legal guidance on intellectual property rights including trademarks copyrights and brand protection strategies.
- Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations such as the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) 2023 and GDPR where applicable.
- Lead the legal review of digital marketing content social media strategies and promotional materials to prevent legal exposure.
- Manage legal disputes litigation and regulatory inquiries coordinating with external counsel when necessary.
- Develop and implement legal policies internal compliance frameworks and training programs for marketing teams.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product launches partnerships and market expansion initiatives with proactive legal risk assessment.
- Monitor evolving legal and regulatory developments in the marketing and advertising sector and advise on strategic implications.
- Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from a recognized university; a postgraduate degree in Corporate Law Intellectual Property or related field is preferred.
- 25 years of progressive experience in legal roles within marketing advertising or media industries; experience with multinational corporations is a plus.
- Strong understanding of Indian advertising laws competition law data protection regulations and contract law.
- Proven track record in managing legal risks drafting complex agreements and handling litigation or dispute resolution.
- Excellent analytical negotiation and communication skills with the ability to translate legal concepts into actionable business insights.
- Proficiency in legal research tools contract management software and digital compliance platforms.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Located in Mumbai with the ability to work on-site and attend in-person meetings as required.
Required Skills:
Bachelors degree in Marketing Business Communications or a related field; MBA preferred. 25 years of progressive experience in marketing leadership roles with demonstrable success in driving growth. Proven experience managing cross-functional marketing teams and leading end-to-end campaign execution. Strong expertise in digital marketing channels including SEO/SEM social media marketing email marketing and content strategy. Proficiency with marketing automation tools (e.g. HubSpot Marketo) CRM systems (e.g. Salesforce) and analytics platforms. Excellent strategic thinking problem-solving and decision-making skills. Exceptional communication presentation and leadership abilities. Data-driven mindset with the ability to interpret metrics and translate insights into actionable strategies. Experience in a startup or high-growth environment is highly desirable. Location: Bangalore with flexibility for occasional travel as need
