Lawyer at Press Trust of India [Litigation & Contracts]: Apply Now!
Press Trust of India (PTI) invites applications for the position of In-house Lawyer (Litigation & Contracts) in its Legal Department at New Delhi. Candidates with an LL.B. degree and 2–5 years of post-qualification experience may apply.
About Press Trust of India (PTI)
Press Trust of India (PTI) is India’s premier news agency, with an extensive network of more than 400 journalists and 500 stringers covering almost every district and small town across the country.
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PTI produces a large volume of news stories and photographs every day for its diverse subscribers, including mainstream media organisations, specialised publications, research groups, companies, and government and non-governmental organisations.
About the Job
PTI is hiring an In-house Lawyer (Litigation & Contracts) for its Legal Department at its New Delhi office.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- LL.B. degree from a recognised university.
- Enrolment with the Bar Council of India.
Experience:
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- 2–5 years of post-qualification experience.
- Experience in corporate legal advisory, commercial litigation, and contract drafting and vetting.
- Prior in-house legal experience with a corporate entity, media organisation or public sector undertaking will be preferred.
Roles and Responsibilities
1. Litigation Management
- Handle day-to-day coordination with external lawyers.
- Maintain records of legal notices and prepare case briefs.
- Monitor court proceedings, maintain litigation records and case files, and prepare status reports.
- Ensure timely compliance with court directions and statutory timelines.
- Coordinate with internal editorial teams and other relevant departments for the preparation of court pleadings.
2. Contract Drafting and Vetting
Draft and vet various commercial agreements, including:
- Vendor Agreements.
- Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs).
- Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs).
- Licensing and Content Distribution Agreements.
- Technology and Software Agreements.
- Lease, Leave and Licence Agreements.
- Media, Advertising and Content Syndication Agreements.
The candidate will also be responsible for identifying legal and commercial risks and recommending appropriate mitigation measures.
3. Corporate Legal Advisory
- Conduct legal research.
- Prepare legal briefs and notes.
- Provide legal advisory support to the company.
Key Competencies
Candidates should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Legal drafting and contract management.
- Litigation strategy and dispute resolution.
- Attention to detail.
- Time management.
- Team collaboration.
- Integrity and professional ethics.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Performance will be assessed based on:
- Timely disposal and effective management of litigation.
- Quality and turnaround time of contract drafting and vetting.
- Reduction of legal and contractual risks.
- Compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Effective coordination with external counsel and internal stakeholders.
Location
New Delhi, India.
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Application Procedure
Interested candidates may email their updated CV to [email protected]
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