About the Job
Wipro, a leading global IT services and consulting company, is looking for a Legal Specialist to join their team in Gurugram, Haryana, India. This part-time, mid-senior level position is ideal for a qualified lawyer with a minimum of 6+ years of hands-on experience in the legal field, including at least 3+ years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in a law firm or private practice. The role involves supporting the legal team in Asia and the real estate business in APAC.
About the Organization
Wipro is a globally recognized IT services and consulting company with over 10,001+ employees. Known for its innovation and excellence in the IT sector, Wipro provides comprehensive IT solutions and services, helping clients worldwide to leverage technology for growth and success. The company has a strong presence in various industries, including banking, healthcare, and real estate, and is committed to delivering quality and value to its clients.
Eligibility
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Experience: At least 6+ years of hands-on experience in the legal field, with a minimum of 3+ years PQE in a law firm or private practice.
- Education: Graduate or Post Graduate degree in Law from a reputed institute with Second Upper Class honors and above.
- Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, knowledge of MS Office, and ability to work with legal technology solutions.
- Team Management: Experience in managing a team is preferable.
Role and Responsibilities
The Legal Specialist will be responsible for:
- Legal Reviews: Reviewing engagement letters, service agreements, NDAs, standard corporate secretarial, and funding documents.
- Compliance: Conducting third-party vendor due diligence, monitoring client transactions involving material non-public information (MNPI), and administering compliance controls.
- AML & KYC: Handling KYC requests, preparing KYC letters and structure charts, and ensuring timely completion of all KYC requests.
- Legal Operations: Maintaining trackers, providing regular input on key metrics, supporting special projects, and updating standard operating procedures (SOP).
- Expansion: Assisting the Asia legal team in planning and transitioning new scopes to the Gurgaon team, and supporting the onboarding and training of new team members.
Perks
- Opportunity to work with a leading global IT services and consulting company.
- Exposure to diverse legal and compliance matters in the APAC region.
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
- Competitive compensation package.
Mode and Location
- Mode: On-site.
- Location: Gurugram, Haryana, India.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates can drop their resume at palak.601@wipro.com or via LinkedIn . Additionally, applications can be submitted via LinkedIn. Ensure your resume highlights relevant experience and skills, particularly in legal operations and compliance.
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: Apply as soon as possible (no fixed deadline).
- Date of Joining: Immediate.
Official Link For more information about Wipro and to apply for the position, visit their LinkedIn page.
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