Axalta, a global leader in performance coatings and industrial coatings solutions, is seeking a highly skilled Company Secretary and Legal Specialist to join its team in Gurugram, Haryana. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity for legal professionals to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, providing legal and compliance support to the company’s diverse operations.

About Axalta

With more than 150 years of expertise, Axalta is a trusted provider of coatings for industrial applications, mobility, and refinish sectors, serving over 100,000 customers in 140 countries. Axalta has positioned itself as an industry leader through continuous innovation, driven by its commitment to protecting and enhancing the value of customer products. The company operates two primary business segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, delivering innovative solutions for industries such as automotive, aerospace, marine, and construction.

Fast Facts about Axalta:

• Founded: 2013
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Global Reach: Operations in over 140 countries
• Workforce: 10,001+ employees worldwide
• Sustainability Initiatives: Carbon neutrality by 2040

Axalta serves some of the world’s leading OEMs, including 13 of the top 15 global auto manufacturers. The company operates four major R&D centers globally, focusing on innovative solutions that drive the coatings industry forward.

Key Responsibilities:

As the Company Secretary and Legal Specialist, you will be responsible for:

• Contract Review & Negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, including those related to joint ventures, mergers, and acquisitions (M&A). Help improve contract efficiency while ensuring legal compliance.
• Business Transactions: Advise on and negotiate business transactions to capture opportunities while mitigating risks.
• M&A Projects: Lead due diligence efforts, negotiations, and contract drafting for M&A transactions.
• Litigation Management: Initiate, defend, and settle legal claims. Manage court cases, labor tribunal issues, and regulatory investigations.
• Compliance & Corporate Governance: Oversee corporate compliance with laws and regulations, including anti-corruption, anti-bribery, and business conduct standards. Conduct compliance training and ensure the rollout of corporate policies.
• Employment Law Issues: Provide legal guidance on employment matters, such as hiring, dismissals, compensation, and benefits.
• Stakeholder Relations: Collaborate with regional and global legal teams to support Axalta’s business growth in India.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Law degree from a reputable institution, with admission to the Bar Council of India.
• Experience: 3–5 years of legal experience, ideally within a multinational corporation.
• Skills: Strong experience in contract negotiation, corporate compliance, litigation management, and business transactions.
• Languages: Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, is required.
• Compliance Knowledge: Experience in handling compliance programs, including anti-bribery and anti-trust training, is highly valued.

Why Join Axalta?

Axalta offers a chance to be part of an innovative, forward-thinking organization with a strong commitment to sustainability and growth. As a Company Secretary and Legal Specialist, you will be integral to Axalta’s compliance and legal frameworks, shaping its legal processes and contributing to the company’s global success.

Other Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career development in a global company
• Exposure to a diverse and international work environment

For further details on how to apply and to take the next step in your legal career with Axalta, head over to the company’s official careers page.

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