Dy Manager / Manager, Legal (Corporate Affairs, Compliance & Counsel)
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Job Description
Salary
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
About Vadilal Industries USA Inc:
Vadilal USA, a part of the 115-year-old Vadilal ice creams group, stands as the No. 1 Indian ice cream brand in the USA. Committed to quality and authenticity, we bring the essence of unique Indian flavors to American consumers, establishing a brand that resonates with tradition, excellence, and innovation.
Position Overview:
The Legal Manager at Vadilal USA will lead the company’s legal initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing risk, and guiding legal strategy to support corporate goals. This role demands an in-depth understanding of corporate law, exceptional communication skills, and a proactive approach to risk management. The Legal Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams to foster a legally sound environment and uphold Vadilal USA’s reputation and business integrity.
Key Responsibilities:
Legal Case Management:
Coordinate and manage all ongoing legal cases with Vadilal USA’s empaneled legal firms, overseeing case status, strategy alignment, and outcome tracking.
Risk Assessment & Mitigation:
Regularly audit business processes across departments to identify potential legal threats and establish mitigation plans to proactively safeguard the company.
Cross-Department Collaboration:
Act as the primary legal advisor to department heads, fostering collaboration to resolve department-specific legal issues and ensure alignment with company-wide objectives.
Corporate Compliance & Regulatory Management:
Monitor and ensure Vadilal USA’s compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including industry-specific regulations. Implement and enforce internal controls to minimize non-compliance risks.
Employee Training & Legal Awareness:
Develop and lead training programs to educate employees on legal policies, best practices, and compliance requirements, enhancing a legally aware culture.
Contract Review & Negotiation:
Review, draft, and negotiate key commercial contracts, vendor agreements, and partnership documents to ensure they are legally sound and aligned with Vadilal USA’s business interests.
Intellectual Property Management:
Safeguard Vadilal USA’s intellectual property (IP) by ensuring proper IP registration, enforcement, and protection measures, as well as advising on IP-related risks.
Policy Review & Enhancement:
Regularly review and update the Employee Handbook, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and other internal policies to ensure they reflect current legal standards and industry practices.
Regulatory Filings & Reporting:
Oversee corporate filings, license renewals, and mandatory regulatory submissions to maintain Vadilal USA’s good standing with relevant regulatory authorities.
Mergers & Acquisitions Support:
Assist in legal due diligence, negotiations, and drafting of documents for potential acquisitions, joint ventures, or partnerships to support Vadilal USA’s growth strategy.
Data Privacy & Security Compliance:
Ensure compliance with data protection laws, including advising on data handling practices, drafting privacy policies, and managing data breach responses if needed.
Labor & Employment Law Advisory:
Advise on employment law issues, such as hiring practices, termination procedures, and workplace policies, to ensure legal compliance in HR operations.
Proactive Communication:
Promote an open, positive environment that encourages employees to communicate potential legal concerns early, allowing for preemptive measures and minimizing escalations.
Litigation Management:
Oversee litigation strategies, managing external counsel and maintaining ongoing communication to ensure the company’s interests are adequately represented.
Ethics & Compliance Programs:
Develop and enforce corporate ethics and compliance programs to promote ethical business conduct and maintain Vadilal USA’s corporate integrity.
Management Reporting:
Provide regular, comprehensive updates to senior management on key legal developments, risks, and compliance issues, ensuring transparency in the company’s legal standing.
Requirements:
Experience: 5+ years of corporate legal experience; experience in managing legal cases and corporate compliance.
Skills: Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to translate legal concepts into practical business advice.
Proficiency: Knowledge of U.S. federal and state laws, regulations, and corporate compliance standards. Familiarity with intellectual property, data privacy, and labor law is preferred.
Personal Attributes: Detail-oriented, proactive, collaborative, and able to work in a fast-paced environment. High ethical standards and commitment to confidentiality.
Compensation: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Traditionally Yours
Our Heritage of Spreading Happiness
For over 100 years, Vadilal has been bringing the delightful experience of Vadilal Ice Creams to people across the world. This has been made possible by the deft blending of tradition and innovation in every offering. From starting India`s first Ice Cream parlour to introducing Ice Cream lovers to the international taste of Cassata, today Vadilal has emerged as India`s most loved and trusted Ice Cream brand. And the Vadilal name is fast becoming a synonym for the world`s most preferred Indian treat.
About Vadilal Group
From a single Soda Fountain to a Global Company
Way back in 1907, when Ice Cream was not even an industry in India, Mr Vadilal Gandhi started a small soda fountain in Ahmedabad. Driven by his vision of spreading happiness, Mr Gandhi began making Ice Cream using the traditional 'Kothi' method and delivering his products to his customers' doorsteps.
In 1926, after Mr Gandhi`s sons joined in, they started the country`s first Ice Cream Parlour. By 1947, there were 4 Vadilal parlours and India fell in love with the brand`s famous Cassata Ice Cream.
Today, the one man soda fountain has evolved as one of the leading Ice Cream brands of India under the fourth generation of the Vadilal family. With every generation, adding fresh ideas to cater to changing markets, the Company now straddles both Indian and International markets. What remains unchanged is the commitment to spreading happiness with which Mr Vadilal Gandhi started out long ago.
- $85,000 - $100,000/year
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