Job Description
About Hexnode
Hexnode, the Enterprise software division of Mitsogo Inc., simplifies how people work. Operating in over 100 countries, Hexnode UEM empowers organizations across diverse sectors. By fueling the transformation to a seamless ecosystem of connected tools, Hexnode revolutionizes the enterprise software and cybersecurity landscape.
Job Overview:
The Manager- Legal (IT Service / Product company Experience) will oversee all corporate legal matters within Hexnode Technologies. This role involves advising the company on various legal issues, including contracts, corporate governance, intellectual property, compliance, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory matters.
This is a key leadership position within the organization, offering the opportunity to shape and influence Hexnode's legal strategy as the company continues its growth trajectory.
Key Responsibilities:
Legal Strategy and Corporate Governance:
Lead the development and execution of the company's legal strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
Oversee and advise on corporate governance matters, ensuring compliance with local and international legal standards.
Contracts and Commercial Agreements:
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of contracts, including customer agreements, vendor contracts, NDAs, licensing agreements, partnership agreements, and SaaS agreements.
Ensure all contractual obligations are fulfilled and risks are mitigated.
Mergers, Acquisitions, and Corporate Transactions:
Lead the legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.
Conduct due diligence, manage transaction structuring, and oversee legal documentation for corporate transactions.
Intellectual Property Management:
Oversee the protection of intellectual property (IP), including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
Advise on IP strategy and ensure the company's IP rights are properly protected and enforced.
Compliance and Risk Management:
Ensure the company's operations are in full compliance with applicable local, national, and international laws and regulations.
Lead the company's efforts to mitigate legal risks, including potential litigation, regulatory investigations, and disputes.
Dispute Resolution and Litigation:
Manage and oversee all aspects of corporate litigation, including disputes with customers, vendors, partners, and employees.
Work with external counsel to handle litigation and ensure a favorable outcome for the company.
Legal Advisory and Executive Support:
Provide ongoing legal advice and counsel to the executive leadership team on a broad range of business and legal matters.
Represent the company in legal negotiations, and meetings with regulatory bodies, industry groups, and external stakeholders.
Team Leadership and Development:
Lead and mentor a team of in-house lawyers and legal professionals, ensuring the team is well-equipped to handle day-to-day legal functions.
Build a high-performing legal team by providing coaching, development opportunities, and performance evaluations.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Education:
LLB or equivalent law degree from a recognized university.
Additional qualifications (LLM, Company Secretary, etc.) would be an advantage.
Experience:
Minimum 8-13 years of experience in a corporate legal role, ideally with experience in technology or SaaS businesses.
Proven track record of leading corporate legal functions, including corporate governance, contract negotiation, M&A, and intellectual property.
Experience working in a leadership position, with a demonstrated ability to manage a legal team.
Strong experience in handling complex legal issues across multiple jurisdictions, especially in India and other global markets.
Skills & Competencies:
Strong knowledge of corporate law, M&A, intellectual property law, and regulatory compliance.
Ability to interpret complex legal issues and provide practical legal advice to business leaders.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate legal issues clearly to non-legal stakeholders.
Excellent negotiation skills and experience handling high-stakes negotiations.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Strategic thinker with the ability to align legal solutions with business goals and objectives.
Hexnode, the Enterprise software division of Mitsogo Inc., simplifies how people work. Operating in over 100 countries, Hexnode UEM empowers organizations across diverse sectors. By fueling the transformation to a seamless ecosystem of connected tools, Hexnode revolutionizes the enterprise software and cybersecurity landscape.
Job Overview:
The Manager- Legal (IT Service / Product company Experience) will oversee all corporate legal matters within Hexnode Technologies. This role involves advising the company on various legal issues, including contracts, corporate governance, intellectual property, compliance, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory matters.
This is a key leadership position within the organization, offering the opportunity to shape and influence Hexnode's legal strategy as the company continues its growth trajectory.
Key Responsibilities:
Legal Strategy and Corporate Governance:
Lead the development and execution of the company's legal strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
Oversee and advise on corporate governance matters, ensuring compliance with local and international legal standards.
Contracts and Commercial Agreements:
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of contracts, including customer agreements, vendor contracts, NDAs, licensing agreements, partnership agreements, and SaaS agreements.
Ensure all contractual obligations are fulfilled and risks are mitigated.
Mergers, Acquisitions, and Corporate Transactions:
Lead the legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.
Conduct due diligence, manage transaction structuring, and oversee legal documentation for corporate transactions.
Intellectual Property Management:
Oversee the protection of intellectual property (IP), including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
Advise on IP strategy and ensure the company's IP rights are properly protected and enforced.
Compliance and Risk Management:
Ensure the company's operations are in full compliance with applicable local, national, and international laws and regulations.
Lead the company's efforts to mitigate legal risks, including potential litigation, regulatory investigations, and disputes.
Dispute Resolution and Litigation:
Manage and oversee all aspects of corporate litigation, including disputes with customers, vendors, partners, and employees.
Work with external counsel to handle litigation and ensure a favorable outcome for the company.
Legal Advisory and Executive Support:
Provide ongoing legal advice and counsel to the executive leadership team on a broad range of business and legal matters.
Represent the company in legal negotiations, and meetings with regulatory bodies, industry groups, and external stakeholders.
Team Leadership and Development:
Lead and mentor a team of in-house lawyers and legal professionals, ensuring the team is well-equipped to handle day-to-day legal functions.
Build a high-performing legal team by providing coaching, development opportunities, and performance evaluations.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Education:
LLB or equivalent law degree from a recognized university.
Additional qualifications (LLM, Company Secretary, etc.) would be an advantage.
Experience:
Minimum 8-13 years of experience in a corporate legal role, ideally with experience in technology or SaaS businesses.
Proven track record of leading corporate legal functions, including corporate governance, contract negotiation, M&A, and intellectual property.
Experience working in a leadership position, with a demonstrated ability to manage a legal team.
Strong experience in handling complex legal issues across multiple jurisdictions, especially in India and other global markets.
Skills & Competencies:
Strong knowledge of corporate law, M&A, intellectual property law, and regulatory compliance.
Ability to interpret complex legal issues and provide practical legal advice to business leaders.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate legal issues clearly to non-legal stakeholders.
Excellent negotiation skills and experience handling high-stakes negotiations.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Strategic thinker with the ability to align legal solutions with business goals and objectives.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Legal Manager position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Tamil Nadu offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
