Job Summary

Are you passionate about service excellence? Would you love to work for a global organization that is doing more good for people and planet?
IFF is a global leader in food, beverage, health, biosciences and sensorial experiences. We are now seeking a highly motivated and results driven individual to join our legal affairs team as a Commercial Counsel.


Your Focus:

If you are seeking a legal role that allows you to positively impact the business you work with, and if you are energized by working in a dynamic environment that impacts the daily lives of the World population, then our Commercial Counsel role could be an exciting opportunity for you.

As a Commercial Counsel based in IFF Hyderabad, your key responsibilities include drafting of commercial contracts including NDAs, Distribution, Supply Chain, Joint Development, Consultancy, Service, Toll Manufacturing Agreements and NDA etc., and advising different business units and functions on complex commercial transactions including import and export transactions which will provide you the opportunity to lead key activities to progress your career.

The role reports to Director – Commercial Legal, Greater Asia.

How will you contribute:

Review, draft, and negotiate a high volume of stand-alone commercial contracts.Provide legal transactional support to various businesses, advising on legal considerations and risk mitigation strategies in connection with preparation and review of legal agreements.Embedded member of a business team, participating in development of, and directly impacting strategic decisions for your businessDirect strategic initiatives for your business through effective counseling on global commercial challenges facing health, food, flavors, and fragrance markets.The ability to spot and collaborate with legal subject matter experts and other legal colleagues is critical.Handling litigation and disputes with third parties and statutory authorities.Attend frequent calls with internal business clients and maintain strong working relationship with both internal clients and external counterparts.Engaging with cross-functional teams and matrix partners (e.g., Regulatory, Quality, Operations, Procurement, Trade Compliance, Communications) to drive agendas and effectively communicate complex information in clear and concise terms.Partnering with the Regulatory and Compliance functions to ensure policies and standard operating procedures are fit-for purpose.Managing outside counsel in limited circumstances

What will you need t be successful:

Law degree from a reputable university in IndiaQualified Company Secretary will be preferred.10 years of relevant legal experience - combination of top-tier law firm experience, and in-house commercial legal position in an international company preferred.Experience in food, biotechnology or life science industries considered a plus.Sound judgment and discretion.Fluency in English language is mandatory.Collaborative and able to adapt to multiple competing priorities.Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills demonstrated through interactions with team, clients and third parties.Ability to engage proactively across a broad range of client groups.

IFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential.  We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex or veteran status. We strive for inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more 

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more