Senior Legal Manager

Job Title:

Senior Legal Manager

Location:

Kolkata
Experience

Required:

5–6 years
Department:  Legal & Compliance
Reporting To:  Senior Management / Founders
About Dot & Key
Dot & Key is a fast-growing skincare brand committed to delivering high-quality, dermatologically-tested, and innovative personal care products. As we continue to scale, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced  Legal Head  to lead our legal and compliance functions, safeguard business interests, and ensure adherence to statutory and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities
Legal Advisory & Risk Management
Provide strategic legal guidance on business operations, contracts, and new initiatives.
Identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements including vendor contracts, distribution agreements, NDAs, employment contracts, and marketing collaborations.
Compliance & Statutory Requirements
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations including Companies Act, Contract Act, Intellectual Property Laws, Consumer Protection, Data Privacy, and Employment laws.
Oversee company secretarial compliance in coordination with internal/external stakeholders.
Develop and implement internal policies and governance frameworks.
Dispute Resolution & Litigation Management
Manage pre-litigation and litigation matters with external legal counsels.
Represent the company in legal proceedings as required.
Handle notices, claims, and regulatory communications.
Intellectual Property Protection
Oversee trademark registrations, renewals, oppositions, and IP strategy.
Ensure brand protection across domestic and international markets.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with HR, Finance, Marketing, and Operations teams to ensure legal compliance in day-to-day operations.
Provide training and guidance to internal teams on legal and regulatory matters.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) from a reputed institution;
Master's degree (LLM) preferred.
5–6 years of relevant legal experience, ideally with exposure to FMCG / Consumer Goods / E-commerce / Start-up environment.
Strong knowledge of corporate, commercial, contract, intellectual property, and labor laws.
Prior experience in managing external legal counsels and regulatory bodies.
Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Key Skills
Legal advisory & risk management
Drafting & contract negotiation
Regulatory & statutory compliance
Litigation handling & dispute resolution
Intellectual property rights management
Strong business acumen and decision-making