Legal Counsel - India at Weir Minerals (India) Private

About The Role

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

What we do at Weir

We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.

Make your impact

You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

What you’ll do

Commercial Contract Management: Act as the primary legal contact for commercial contracts in India, providing practical, robust, and timely contract advice to support Weir’s Minerals operations. Daily activities include reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts to manage commercial risks effectively. Success means delivering high-quality contracts that enable business growth and legal compliance.
Legal Operations & Strategy: Assist in developing and managing legal operations in India by identifying business needs, implementing process improvements, and rolling out legal training. This includes supporting strategic planning and change management to enhance legal maturity within the business.
Employment Law & Compliance: Provide strategic legal advice on Indian employment law to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and support sound business decisions. This includes handling investigations and advising on company secretary matters.

Stakeholder Engagement & External Counsel Management: Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external Indian law firms, managing their engagement to support business needs efficiently.

Regional Support: Primarily focus on India (90–95% of time) with occasional support for other APAC countries as required.
Travel Requirements: International and domestic travel may be required occasionally to support business and legal operations.
Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

What you’ll bring

Must-haves

Admission to practice law in India.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in commercial contracts and legal advisory, gained in a reputable law firm or in-house legal team within a multinational or international organization.
Strong commercial contract drafting, negotiation, and risk management skills with the ability to provide clear, commercially oriented legal advice.
Excellent communication skills in English, capable of explaining complex legal issues in lay terms to diverse audiences.

Nice-to-haves

Experience in the mining industry or related B2B industrial sectors such as manufacturing.
Master’s degree in Law (LLM) or overseas legal education.

Experience advising on complex international corporate and commercial transactions.

Exposure to multinational or cross-border legal matters within the APAC region.
Experience working with or managing external law firms and legal service providers.
Experience in company secretarial matters.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Why join Weir?

We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.

We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.

We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.