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Manager - Legal
Organising Institution / Firm
Cognizant
Quick Verified Facts
๐ Deadline
Not Specified by Organiser
๐ Mode / Location
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (Hybrid: 2-3 days/week in office)
๐ฐ Stipend / Pay
Not Specified
๐ Eligibility
Extensive demonstrated experience in reviewing and negotiating IT services contracts (managed services, professional services, subcontracting, licensing, PaaS/SaaS) at a global IT services or technology company. Strong understanding of transactional/commercial nuances. Ability to assess risks and mitigations. Strong fluency in written and verbal English.
๐ก๏ธ Category
Job
Full Opportunity Brief
Manager - Legal at Cognizant
Cognizant is hiring a Manager - Legal to join the APJ Commercial Legal team in Chennai. The role focuses on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating client contracts for Japan, India, and Australia, ensuring compliance with laws including AI regulations, data protection, and corporate governance.
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Extensive experience in reviewing and negotiating IT services contracts (managed services, professional services, subcontracting, licensing, PaaS/SaaS) at a global IT services or technology company.
- Strong understanding of transactional (commercial) nuances.
- Ability to assess legal, commercial, and operational risks and advise on mitigations.
- Strong fluency in written and verbal English.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, take ownership, and collaborate with internal/external stakeholders.
Responsibilities & Scope of Work
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts for APJ region clients.
- Partner with business units to create contractual frameworks and improve templates.
- Manage legal risks and provide strategic legal advice across deal phases (proposal to post-signature).
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws, including AI regulations, data protection, and corporate governance.
- Collaborate with the legal team to share knowledge and improve efficiency.
Stipend, Compensation & Mode
Compensation: Not specified in the source.
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Model: Hybrid (2-3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office)
Application Procedure
- Visit the official LinkedIn job posting for Cognizant.
- Sign in to your LinkedIn account or create a new profile.
- Click 'Apply' to submit your application directly through LinkedIn.
Official Notification & Contact Information
Application Link: Apply via LinkedIn
Contact Info: Not specified