Senior Manager – Legal
Bangalore | Sorting Hat Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (Unacademy Group)
Reporting to: General Counsel
Unacademy Group, is looking for a business-oriented and commercially sharp Senior Manager – Legal to lead legal, contractual, and regulatory functions across multiple business verticals.
This role demands strong commercial acumen, structured risk assessment capability, and the ability to work cross-functionally with stakeholders across business, sales, HR, marketing, and product teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Contract Management
- Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize commercial agreements including:
- Vendor & service agreements
- Terms & Conditions
- Franchise agreements
- Licensing & IP agreements
- NDAs, MOUs and other commercial contracts
- Standardize templates and drive reduction in contract lifecycle timelines
- Advise business teams on risk allocation, indemnities, and liability exposure
Regulatory & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws including:
- IT laws (including Intermediary Guidelines)
- Data protection regulations
- Consumer protection laws
- Labour and employment laws
- Sector-specific regulatory frameworks
- Monitor regulatory developments and assess business impact
- Review branding, marketing, and promotional materials for advertising compliance
Strategic Advisory
- Evaluate and support new product launches from a legal and risk perspective
- Provide strategic legal guidance to leadership to mitigate commercial risks
- Partner with HR on employee-related matters and dispute management
Intellectual Property
- Manage and maintain trademark portfolio
- Oversee trademark filings and renewals
- Draft and respond to copyright and trademark infringement notices
Qualifications & Experience
- BA LL.B. / LL.B. from a recognised university
- 7–10 years of post-qualification experience
- Prior in-house experience preferred
- Strong exposure to commercial contracting and regulatory advisory
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced, evolving business environment
What We’re Looking For
A pragmatic legal leader who understands business realities, balances risk with growth, and can independently drive legal processes while influencing cross-functional stakeholders.
If this aligns with your experience or someone in your network, feel free to apply or reach out directly.
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