Elsevier is a global information analytics and publishing company. The Global Rights and Legal Team at Elsevier is a collaborative group of attorneys, contracts managers, and legal professionals working closely with business teams to deliver practical and strategic legal solutions while safeguarding the organization’s interests.
The Associate Counsel will be responsible for:
Reviewing and drafting contractual documentation including service contracts, work orders, and statements of work
Ensuring contracts comply with applicable law and Elsevier/RELX policies
Identifying and escalating high-risk legal issues
Drafting contracts using standard templates and inserting appropriate legal provisions
Proofreading and reviewing legal documents for accuracy, consistency, grammar, formatting, and compliance with templates
Reviewing and updating contract templates as required
Summarizing legal documents and legal principles
Supporting contract-related projects such as training, automation, and process improvement
Working collaboratively with senior team members and other departments
Maintaining strict confidentiality and professional discretion
Applicants should meet the following criteria:
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree from a recognized university
Experience working in a legal team, either in a law firm or in-house environment
Strong knowledge of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and copyright law
Experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts
Basic knowledge of the publishing industry
Strong writing, communication, and report-drafting skills
Project management skills
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Ability to work under tight schedules with strong organizational and prioritization skills
Experience working with software, systems, or applications is preferred
Interested candidates may apply through Elsevier’s official recruitment process as per company norms.