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At Biocon Biologics, we are creating a model for the future of healthcare for all. We are a leading company in the biosimilars revolution where patients come first. Our ambition is to impact a billion lives and we do this by fostering a culture of affordable innovation, patient centricity and disruptive thinking. We are a multicultural global company where employees have a purpose and passion to work closely with partners and patients. We have proven end to end expertise in the field of biosimilars, from its development, manufacturing, clinical development, regulatory approvals to commercialization. We have a long-term commitment to bring high quality affordable biosimilars to patients all over the globe. About the Function: The Global Legal team works as a strong strategic business and compliance partner for the organization enabling commercial transactions, business development, alliance partnerships, private equity and debt finance, general corporate advisory, strategic partnering, advising on key organizational initiatives, and ensuring legal, contractual, and statutory compliance from organization perspective. The role provides an opportunity to work in a dynamic, challenging ever evolving environment with high potential for learning and growth as part of the global legal team. Key responsibilities of the Role: Responsible for end to end closure of agreements from negotiating, vetting, reviewing, drafting, finalization, execution and closing including Confidentiality agreements/NDAs, term sheets, shareholder and subscription agreements, structured investments, amendments etc. Responsible for contractual compliance under various investment and finance agreements. Responsible for legal research and providing legal opinions in various matters pertaining to the business. Liaising with various internal and external (including outside legal counsel) stakeholders to ensure timely closure of assignments including transactions, agreements, and other legal matters. Strategizing and advising business teams and other stakeholders on various corporate legal issues. Other responsibilities to provide legal support as may be determined by the manager from time to time. Experience, Education and Skills: 6-7 years of post-qualification experience as in house counsel (preferably in the Pharmaceutical, FMCG, or Manufacturing sector) or in law firms with focus on PE, debt, M&A, and general corporate matters. BA LLB/BSL LLB &/or LLM from a reputed law school. Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations governing the pharmaceutical industry and strong hands-on experience dealing with FEMA rules and regulations, SEBI rules and regulations, company and contract law, IP and competition laws. Strong research and analytical, drafting and negotiation skills. Good communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills with demonstrated experience managing relationships with key internal and external stakeholders including senior management/leaders. Highly motivated individual with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team player. Sound legal and business understanding and judgement. Effective project management, presentation and prioritisation skills.