Title:  Team Member - Legal

Job Title:

Senior Executive / Manager

Business Unit:

Legal & Compliance

Job Grade

 G10

Location :

Mumbai

At Sun Pharma, we commit to helping you “Create your own sunshine”— by fostering an environment where you grow at every step, take charge of your journey and thrive in a supportive community.

Are You Ready to Create Your Own Sunshine?

As you enter the Sun Pharma world, you’ll find yourself becoming ‘Better every day’ through continuous progress. Exhibit self-drive as you ‘Take charge’ and lead with confidence. Additionally, demonstrate a collaborative spirit, knowing that we ‘Thrive together’ and support each other’s journeys.”

Key responsibilities:

• Planning and managing all aspects of the legal functional responsibilities assigned;

• Reviewing, interpreting, and counseling on relevant local laws, court rulings, policies and practices, business conduct guidelines and ethics;
• Advising business teams on legal, compliance, pharma legal, regulatory and liability matters;
• Supporting various business teams/departments by drafting, reviewing, and vetting contracts and agreements (M&A, Business Development, India Business, Consumer Healthcare, Sourcing (manufacturing & supply), In-licensing, Out-licensing, Distribution, Global API, Quality, etc.);
• Drafting, negotiating, and closing various commercial documents necessary for closure of the transactions;
• Supporting acquisitions, investments, divestments, and other corporate development activities such as licensing through entire life cycle of transactions;
• Undertake legal due diligence for the targets being evaluated, collaborate with global teams, closely work with seniors to achieve optimal outcomes in the ongoing transactions;
• Advising Medical Affairs, Regulatory Department, Corporate Affairs, HR, IT, and other business / support functions with expert legal advice;
• Supporting litigation & dispute resolution management in all forums and ensuring effective representation by outside counsels in a cost effective manner;
• Advising business teams on promotion, marketing laws and applicable industry codes;

• Contributing as a member of corporate legal and compliance team on various policies and department initiatives, including projects aimed at streamlining processes, coordinating training and development for legal team members as well as businesses, and developing and sharing best practices.

Travel Estimate

NA

Job Requirements

Educational Qualification

LL.B/ LL.M

Experience

Tenure:  4-8 years of post-qualification legal experience (in-house counsel and/or law firm);

Pharma/ FMCG experience will be an added advantage.

Your Success Matters to Us

At Sun Pharma, your success and well-being are our top priorities! We provide robust benefits and opportunities to foster personal and professional growth. Join us at Sun Pharma, where every day is an opportunity to grow, collaborate, and make a lasting impact. Let’s create a brighter future together!

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employee within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job.  Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of incumbent(s).