Legal Assistant Manager at Continental Coffee: Apply Now!

About Continental Coffee

Continental Coffee, established in 1994, is one of the world’s largest coffee manufacturers, exporting to over 100 countries. We are India’s 3rd largest and one of the fastest-growing coffee brands, with a strong presence in both B2B and B2C markets. Our product range includes Instant Coffee, South Indian Filter Coffee, Premix, and Ready-to-Drink Cold Coffee. We also have a growing presence in the UK and other global markets. At Continental Coffee, we’re driven by a passion for quality, innovation, and delivering exceptional coffee experiences worldwide.

About the Job

We are looking for a lawyer with 2 to 4 years of experience (practicing or employed) with at least 1 year of inhouse legal experience. We are looking to recruit individuals from prominent companies.

Eligibility

• Education: LL.B. or LL.M.
• PQE: Min. 2 – 4 years of total experience of which at least 1 year of experience should be in capacity of in-house legal role.
• Legal drafting and research proficiency
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Attention to detail and clarity of thought
• Collaborative and professional work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Legal Counsel will involve providing general and special legal advice to business.
• Provide expert advice proactively and on request, which may include advising on appropriate solutions for complex or unique issues.
• Ensure on-going compliance with defined company processes and procedures, relevant legislation.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, maintain the Company’s contract repository and provide timely guidance on contractual risks and rights.
• Ensure compliance with relevant Indian laws and industry codes, including FSSAI, Legal Metrology, ASCI, Consumer Protection, and Data Privacy Regulations etc.
• Vet product labels, packaging, and marketing material for regulatory compliance and ethical standards.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and inform internal teams.
• Coordinate with IP counsel for trademark filings, renewals, oppositions, and brand protection.
• Track and manage Company’s growing domestic and international IP portfolio.
• Liaise with external legal counsel on active matters.
• Maintain a litigation tracker and assist in preparing summaries and strategy briefs.
• Draft and respond to legal notices, show cause notices, regulatory queries, and make formal representations.
• Perform in-depth research on legal issues, judgments, and developments in FMCG / retail sector, food, packaging and advertising laws.
• Support preparation of compliance checklists and internal legal updates.
• Engage with departments like Marketing, Sales, HR, R&D, Quality Assurance, and Finance to provide legal inputs.
• Help deliver training sessions and promote legal awareness across teams.

Location

Hyderabad, Telangana

Application Procedure

Above eligible candidates please share your updated CV/Resumes at [email protected]