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Job Title: Dy Manager / Manager, Legal (Corporate Affairs, Compliance & Counsel) Location: Bristol, PA Position Type: Full-time About Vadilal Industries USA Inc: Vadilal USA, a part of the 115-year-old Vadilal ice creams group, stands as the No. 1 Indian ice cream brand in the USA. Committed to quality and authenticity, we bring the essence of unique Indian flavors to American consumers, establishing a brand that resonates with tradition, excellence, and innovation. Position Overview: The Legal Manager at Vadilal USA will lead the company’s legal initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing risk, and guiding legal strategy to support corporate goals. This role demands an in-depth understanding of corporate law, exceptional communication skills, and a proactive approach to risk management. The Legal Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams to foster a legally sound environment and uphold Vadilal USA’s reputation and business integrity. Key Responsibilities: Legal Case Management: Coordinate and manage all ongoing legal cases with Vadilal USA’s empaneled legal firms, overseeing case status, strategy alignment, and outcome tracking. Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Regularly audit business processes across departments to identify potential legal threats and establish mitigation plans to proactively safeguard the company. Cross-Department Collaboration: Act as the primary legal advisor to department heads, fostering collaboration to resolve department-specific legal issues and ensure alignment with company-wide objectives. Corporate Compliance & Regulatory Management: Monitor and ensure Vadilal USA’s compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including industry-specific regulations. Implement and enforce internal controls to minimize non-compliance risks. Employee Training & Legal Awareness: Develop and lead training programs to educate employees on legal policies, best practices, and compliance requirements, enhancing a legally aware culture. Contract Review & Negotiation: Review, draft, and negotiate key commercial contracts, vendor agreements, and partnership documents to ensure they are legally sound and aligned with Vadilal USA’s business interests. Intellectual Property Management: Safeguard Vadilal USA’s intellectual property (IP) by ensuring proper IP registration, enforcement, and protection measures, as well as advising on IP-related risks. Policy Review & Enhancement: Regularly review and update the Employee Handbook, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and other internal policies to ensure they reflect current legal standards and industry practices. Regulatory Filings & Reporting: Oversee corporate filings, license renewals, and mandatory regulatory submissions to maintain Vadilal USA’s good standing with relevant regulatory authorities. Mergers & Acquisitions Support: Assist in legal due diligence, negotiations, and drafting of documents for potential acquisitions, joint ventures, or partnerships to support Vadilal USA’s growth strategy. Data Privacy & Security Compliance: Ensure compliance with data protection laws, including advising on data handling practices, drafting privacy policies, and managing data breach responses if needed. Labor & Employment Law Advisory: Advise on employment law issues, such as hiring practices, termination procedures, and workplace policies, to ensure legal compliance in HR operations. Proactive Communication: Promote an open, positive environment that encourages employees to communicate potential legal concerns early, allowing for preemptive measures and minimizing escalations. Litigation Management: Oversee litigation strategies, managing external counsel and maintaining ongoing communication to ensure the company’s interests are adequately represented. Ethics & Compliance Programs: Develop and enforce corporate ethics and compliance programs to promote ethical business conduct and maintain Vadilal USA’s corporate integrity. Management Reporting: Provide regular, comprehensive updates to senior management on key legal developments, risks, and compliance issues, ensuring transparency in the company’s legal standing. Requirements: Experience: 5+ years of corporate legal experience; experience in managing legal cases and corporate compliance. Skills: Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to translate legal concepts into practical business advice. Proficiency: Knowledge of U.S. federal and state laws, regulations, and corporate compliance standards. Familiarity with intellectual property, data privacy, and labor law is preferred. Personal Attributes: Detail-oriented, proactive, collaborative, and able to work in a fast-paced environment. High ethical standards and commitment to confidentiality.

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