Assistant Manager - Corporate Legal

About the Company

Established since 1944, Havmor Ice Cream is a key brand under LOTTE India Corporation Limited, a subsidiary of the global food leader LOTTE Wellfood Co. Ltd. from South Korea. The company has extensive reach across India, servicing 72,000 retail outlets and over 250 flagship stores in 21 states and 4 union territories. With cutting-edge technology and a dedicated team, Havmor produces over 4 million litres of ice cream daily, serving approximately 36 million units every day while maintaining rigorous quality standards compliant with global norms. Notable clients include prestigious institutions such as the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad and top-tier hotels like Taj, Le Meridian, ITC, Hyatt, Four Seasons, Fortune Landmark, Radisson, Marriott, and Crowne Plaza.

Role & Responsibilities

• Assist the Legal Head in handling diverse legal cases including litigation, disputes, regulatory issues, and compliance matters.
• Offer legal guidance to various business units on commercial disputes and compliance obligations.
• Coordinate proactively with external lawyers and consultants on matters involving commercial and statutory litigations, intellectual property rights, regulatory compliance, and labor/employment law.
• Independently draft, review, and vet legal documents such as notices, responses, agreements, and records related to litigation, ensuring timely and accurate documentation and follow-up.
• Develop and maintain legal trackers and periodic reports (MIS) to monitor the status of disputes and litigation, and provide key updates.

Candidate Profile

• Possess an LLB degree with specialization in Corporate Law.
• Have 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in litigation and regulatory affairs.
• Experience in the FMCG sector is a strong plus.
• Demonstrated skills in legal drafting, communication, and analytical thinking.
• Exhibit a proactive attitude with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility.