Role & Responsibilities:
· Provide business-oriented solutions and advice to the management, business areas/units and corporate departments in Siemens Healthcare entities located in India and other countries in Zone India to facilitate achievement of the business goals and objectives.
· Advise business units on commercial transactions, all legal questions and issues, including advisory drafting, reviewing and negotiation of all legal documents and transactional support on designated deals and projects, in order to mitigate risk exposures to Siemens Healthcare.
· Identify and analyze legal risks and opportunities and suggest mitigation measures in commercial transactions.
· Responsibilities will include but not limited to:
Assisting the sales teams in preparation of commercial bids from a legal perspective and to support in the contractual structuring of projects and bids. This will include reviewing of tender documents, framework agreements, collaboration agreements, supply and services agreements and consortium agreements in close co-operation with sales team and commercial counterparts.Managing project specific release/approval of specific contract risks in accordance with limits of authorization (risk management tool);Supporting business units/areas’ procurement department & project management in respect of contractual aspects. Representing the company during customer negotiations to ensure efficient handling and resolution of legal issues.Working with relevant internal departments to review commercial contracts, logistics, insurance and tax matters, bank bond & guarantees, letter of credit and export control issues. Managing disputes/litigations and contract/claim management process including liaising with and supervising external lawyers.· Actively participate in the development of processes and policies relating to the Legal Department and ensuring adherence to the legal policies and processes.
· Conduct or facilitate in-house legal training as required by the business and other corporate departments from time to time.
· Undertake such duties as and when assigned by the General Counsel/Manager from time to time.
Keeping abreast with the changing legal & regulatory framework. Advising and supporting Sales/ Project Management/ Customer service on strategic and operational topics related to compliance with laws including but not limited to regulatory laws as applicable for uninterrupted supply/delivery of medical devices to users. Liaisoning & Representation before government & quasi-judicial/judicial authorities, auditors etc. or supporting the relevant functions for the same.Experience & Educations:
Degree/master’s in law with at least 6-8 years PQE from a leading MNC, preferably in the MedTech/pharma or infrastructure industry. Litigation experience in commercial and corporate laws. In depth knowledge of commercial laws are mandatory. Strong understanding of contract structure, risk allocation, and key legal clauses. Candidates with background in the medical equipment/device space are preferred. Good analytical and drafting skills, organized and committed to deadlines. Strong negotiation skills and experience, with keen ability to evaluate all legal implications with a focus on solutions and results. Robust personality with high levels of energy and drive. Self-motivated with an ability to work under pressure and to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic corporate environment. Adaptable and commercially minded team player with a collegial personality. Professional ethics and high level of integrity. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with high level of proficiency in verbal and written English. Willing to travel for negotiations and stay in close contact with the business.