Legal Counsel at Dr Reddy's Laboratories Limited

Hyderabad, Telangana, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Commercial Contracting, Licensing, Cross-border Transactions, Pharmaceutical Law, European Regulatory Environment, Drafting, Negotiation, Legal Advisory, CLM Systems, Risk Assessment, Problem Solving, Stakeholder Management

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Company Description Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can’t Wait. We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries. For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity – to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets). ‘The Next and the New’ is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice – purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable. Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose – helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparency Dr Reddy’s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization. " Job Description Key Responsibilities (High Level) The Legal Counsel will provide end‑to‑end legal, contractual, and strategic advisory support to the Europe Generics (EUG) business. Act as primary legal partner to Internal teams. Support commercialization, product launches, and new business models Enable licensing, distribution, and collaboration transactions with structured, risk‑balanced contracting. Drive efficiency through clause standardisation, CLM adoption, and digital legal initiatives. Ensure SLA‑driven, high‑quality legal support and strong stakeholder satisfaction. Commercial & Supply Chain Supply Agreements (finished goods / API) Distribution & Sub‑distribution Agreements Warehousing & Logistics Agreements Transportation & Freight Contracts Consignment & Pricing Agreements Business Development & Strategic Transactions In‑Licensing Agreements Out‑Licensing Agreements Amendments & Restatements Strategic Collaboration Agreements Asset Acquisition / OTC Acquisition Agreements IT and Technology related Agreements Vendor & Master Services Agreements (MSAs) IT & E‑commerce Support Agreements Website Terms & Conditions Device Loan / Product Use Agreements Marketing & Promotion CME & HCP/KOL Engagement Agreements Marketing, Media & Creative Agency Agreements Influencer & Digital Marketing Contracts Internal & Group Agreements Inter‑company Supply & Distribution Agreements Registration & Market Access‑related Internal Agreements Key Skills & Competencies Strong expertise in commercial contracting, licensing, and cross‑border transactions. Experience supporting pharmaceutical, generics, OTC, healthcare, consumer health, or life sciences businesses. Sound understanding of European legal and regulatory environments. Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and high‑volume transactions under tight timelines. Strong drafting, negotiation, and advisory skills. Proficiency in legal tech tools (CLM systems, digital contract workflows). Business‑oriented mindset with strong risk assessment and problem‑solving abilities. Qualifications Law degree from a recognised university; LL.M preferred. PQE (3-4 years) in in‑house legal roles or top‑tier law firms. Understanding of European legal and regulatory environments is preferred Additional Information Benefits Offered At Dr. Reddy’s we actively help to catalyse your career growth and professional development through personalised learning programs. The benefits you will enjoy at Dr. Reddy’s are on par with the best industry standards. They include, among other things and other essential equipment, joining & relocation support, family support (Maternity & Paternity benefits), learning and development opportunities, medical coverage for yourself and your family, life coverage for yourself. " Our Work Culture Ask any employee at Dr. Reddy’s why they come to work every day and they’ll say, because Good Health Can’t Wait. This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions. We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations, but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives, and we’re always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit. And to do this, we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism. People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades. They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success. We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system, they can make magic. For more details, please visit our career website at https://careers.drreddys.com/#!/" Job Family: Legal, Compliance & Audit Sub Job Family: Legal & Compliance Preferred type of working: On-Premise Years of Experience: 3 - 6 Business unit: EUG

Responsibilities

Provide end-to-end legal, contractual, and strategic advisory support for the Europe Generics business. Manage a wide range of agreements including supply, licensing, distribution, and IT services while driving digital legal initiatives.