Location: Airoli, Maharashtra, India | Work Model: Hybrid
To provide result-driven, detail-oriented support in problem solving and project execution, while quickly adapting to Clariant's business and processes. The role demands strong business orientation, ethical conduct, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities
- Draft, review, negotiate and finalize commercial and business-related agreements (e.g. Supply-, Distribution-, Tolling-Agreements, Confidential Disclosure Agreements, etc.), but also M&A transactions, Joint Ventures and the like across geographies, especially for EMEA-Region.
- Ensure efficient, consistent, and compliant agreement management as per legal and organizational standards and policies.
- Advise and support Business Units and Functions.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external parties for timely contract execution.
- Collaborate with external counsel to manage litigation, ensuring timely filings and responses.
- Track regulatory updates and assessing impact on business operations.
- Develop deep understanding of projects and propose legal/business risk mitigation strategies.
- Apply strategic thinking with a strong problem-solving approach.
- Leadership acumen, stakeholder management and business partnering skills.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master´s degree in Law from a reputed university.
- All India Bar Examination (AIBE) and enrolled with the Bar Council of India preferred, but not mandatory.
- Knowledge of Antitrust law.
- Minimum 10+ years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE), ideally with a mix of leading law firm and in-house corporate exposure.
- Proven skills in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts.
- Hands-on experience in litigation support, including case management and documentation.
- International experience in managing cross-border transactions and international stakeholders.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to train and guide stakeholders.
- Very good English language skills.
- Willingness to travel.
- Integrity, motivation to work together and ability to operate independently.
- Prior exposure to the manufacturing or chemical industry preferred.
Our Offer
Company Culture:
- Be part of an amazing team, who will be there to support you.
- A forward-looking company, with a culture of innovation and a strong portfolio in sustainable technologies.
- Ongoing Professional Development Opportunities
- Inclusive Work Environment
- Approachable Leadership
- Long term growth opportunity
- Work-Life Balance
- Speak Up Culture
- Women's Inclusion Network of Clariant (WIN)
Benefits:
- Hybrid Work Model- 3 days in office and 2 days remote
- Child Day Care facility fully sponsored by Clariant
- In-house Cafeteria & Subsidized meals
- 30 Days Annual Paid Leaves
- Clariant-Sponsored Annual Health Check-Up
- Centralized Company Transport for Designated Routes (Regular shift)
- Employee Wellbeing & Assistance Program
- Group Medical Insurance, Group Personal Accident Insurance and Life Insurance
- Maternity & Parental leave policies
- Performance-Based Competitive Annual Bonus Plan
- On-Site Medical Assistance for Employees: Doctor Visits Available Three Days a Week with a Medical Attendant Present Five Days a Week in the Medical Room.
Your Contact
Shradha Tiwari
shradha.tiwari@clariant.com
Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.
At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.
