Executive - International Compliance & Legal Liaison
Arcadia
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Permanent
Full-time
28 days ago
Advising on compliance requirements for the Indian subsidiary of a US multinational corporation. Maintain all required corporate filings. Assist legal team in ensuring operations are compliant with applicable laws. Provide time-sensitive support on an array of legal inquiries in connection with all aspects of our India operations. Implement efficient and streamlined negotiation and vendor management processes. Coordinate with outside counsel as necessary. United States Compliance Filings Maintain and track filing calendars for US business license registrations, brokerage and community solar compliance filings and bond requirements across states/jurisdictions. Identify filing requirements for Arcadia business and regulatory licenses and implement processes to ensure compliance. Gather required information from internal teams such as legal and finance. Prepare, triple-check, and submit forms to appropriate state agencies in accordance with regulatory deadlines. Coordinate with finance group to obtain information and facilitate payments required in connection with compliance filings and bond renewals. Manage external vendors to assist with filings. Legal Team Liaison Act as the India liaison for Arcadia s US-based legal team. Point of contact for any requests from Chennai teams to request legal guidance on contracting, compliance, disputes or other matters where legal assistance is required or helpful. Maintain appropriate records as needed for United States diligence purposes and assist in creating and maintaining a data room consisting of key contracts, compliance materials and other documentation maintained in Chennai. Assist US legal team in coordinating with Chennai personnel and local outside counsel as needed. Required Skills & Experience : Graduate Degree 3-5 years of experience in a legal, compliance or related role, preferably in-house. Qualified graduate and member of the Institute of Company Secretaries India Knowledgeable about substantive Indian legal frameworks applicable to the company, including Labour Laws, Shops and Establishment Act, Company Law under the GOI Industries Ministry. Familiar with required compliance and regulatory filings in India. Experience managing a calendar and meeting business-critical deadlines Knowledge of Google Suite Prior experience in a fast-paced and results-oriented environment Demonstrated ability to work independently on long-term projects with minimal supervision What will help you succeed Must-haves: Quick learner interested in gaining experience in US regulatory compliance but fully knowledgeable about Indian laws and filings Extreme attention to detail and accuracy Excellent judgment and the ability to discern when to ask for help. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Fluency in English Highly responsible, conscientious and deadline-driven Eagerness to learn about US-based compliance and licensing Nice-to-haves: Experience coordinating cross-functional teams Business, finance, legal or related educational credentials Experience liaising with Government officials Prior experience in dispute resolution Benefits: Competitive compensation based on market standards We are working on a hybrid model Apart from Fixed Base Salary potential candidates are eligible for following benefits Flexible Leave Policy Office is located in the heart of the city in case you need to step in for any purpose Medical Insurance (1+5 Family Members) Flexible Benefit Plan Awards and Bonus Annual performance cycle Quarterly engagement activities
