Team Member - Legal

Job Title:

Team Member - Legal

Business Unit:

Global Finance and Accounts

Job Grade

Location :

Sun House

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:

1] Contract Drafting and Negotiation

Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize various commercial contracts, including:

• Supply and procurement agreements;


• Manufacturing and contract manufacturing agreements;


• Distribution and marketing agreements;


• Technology transfer agreements;


• Clinical trial agreements;


• Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs);


• Service agreements and consultancy contracts;


• Licensing and collaboration agreements;


• Vendor and customer contracts;


• Banking Agreements and M&A transaction agreements (Optional).

Lead contract negotiations with domestic and international counterparties.

Ensure contract terms adequately protect the Company's legal, commercial, and reputational interests.

Provide practical legal solutions to facilitate business objectives while managing legal risks.

Develop and maintain standard contract templates and playbooks.

2] Legal Risk Management

Identify and assess contractual, commercial, and regulatory risks.

Advise business stakeholders on risk allocation, liability provisions, indemnities, warranties, limitation of liability, intellectual property, and dispute resolution clauses.

Ensure consistency of contractual terms with Company policies and risk management guidelines.

Escalate significant legal and commercial risks to senior management where appropriate.

3] Stakeholder Support

Work closely with Procurement, Commercial, Manufacturing, R&D, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Finance, and Supply Chain teams.

Provide legal support during vendor selection, tendering processes, and commercial negotiations.

Advise internal stakeholders on contractual rights, obligations, and compliance requirements.

4] Compliance and Governance

Ensure contracts comply with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.

Support implementation of contract governance and approval processes.

Maintain accurate contract records and monitor contractual obligations.

Assist in legal and compliance audits related to contracting activities.

5] Process Improvement

Drive efficiency in contract lifecycle management.

Develop and deliver contract-related training programs for business teams.

Monitor legal developments affecting commercial contracting within the pharmaceutical industry.

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Job Requirements

Educational Qualification

LLB/LLM

Experience

Tenure:  3 to 5 years

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).