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About:
The National Film Development Corporation aims at fostering excellence through cinema and strives to effectively promote Indian cinema and the diversity of its culture internationally. It aims to create domestic and global appreciation of independent Indian cinema.
The corporation supports and encourages films made in various languages to develop talent and to facilitate the growth of Indian cinema in all languages through productions and co-productions, script development and need based workshops.
NFDC is actively co-producing projects involving public-private partnerships and facilitating line production services of shooting in India and animation services of overseas clients.
Role:
Head Legal – International Data Security & Compliance
Qualification:
Full-time Master in Law (LLM).
Experience:
8 years of relevant experience in private or public sector undertaking/Govt.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and protect NFDC’s trademarks, copyrights, and other intellectual property assets.
- Conduct due diligence on potential collaborations, partnerships, and projects to assess intellectual property implications and risks.
- Develop and implement effective strategies for handling legal disputes and litigation cases involving NFDC. Collaborate with external legal counsel to ensure a comprehensive approach.
- Oversee and manage all aspects of litigation cases, including drafting legal documents, coordinating court appearances, and preparing witnesses and evidence.
- Engage in settlement negotiations with opposing parties, seeking favourable resolutions for NFDC while minimizing potential risks.
- Assist in resolving disputes related to intellectual property, whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.
- Oversee the work of Contract Specialist to ensure impeccable drafting and execution of the contract.
- Monitor changes in relevant legislation and the regulatory environment and take appropriate action.
Designational Responsibilities:
- Assist in taking critical decisions related to IPR and other court cases.
- Reporting and Metrics:
- Developing and implementing plans to achieve team targets of the department and BU set by higher management.
- Staff Training and Development: Identify training needs for personnel and support their professional development.
Other:
- Expertise in conducting intellectual property research and analysis
- Skilled in drafting and reviewing IP agreements, licenses, and assignments, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Proven ability to manage and oversee litigation matters
- Skilled in analysing legal risks, developing litigation budgets,
- Demonstrated commitment to financial ethics, transparency, and accountability.
- Meticulously reviews and prepares legal and regulatory documents
- Possesses excellent communication skills
- Displays problem-solving abilities to address complex company secretariat issues.
- Demonstrates leadership qualities in providing guidance to the team.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can Apply here
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