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Posted 21 May, 2026

Legal counsel

Zydus Wellness
Ahmedabad, GJ, IN Full Time
Reference: ab33375c0e454238

Job Description

Zydus Wellness Limited is a leading consumer wellness company and the FMCG arm of the Zydus Lifesciences Group. It is a separately listed entity on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE), and is headquartered in Ahmedabad, India.
Zydus Wellness operates across three high-growth industry sectors — Personal Care, Foods & Nutrition, and Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) — with a portfolio of iconic, market-leading brands that are trusted by millions of consumers:
Personal Care: Everyuth, Nycil, Cuticura
Foods & Nutrition: Complan, Glucon-D, Sugar Free, I’m Lite, Nutralite, Max Protein
VMS (Global Portfolio): Weight World, Maxmedix, Animigo
Founded in 1988 with the launch of Sugar Free, India’s first zero-calorie sugar substitute, Zydus Wellness has evolved into a scaled, innovation-driven organization focused on building science-backed, consumer-centric wellness solutions.
The company operates owned manufacturing facilities in Sikkim, Ahmedabad, and Aligarh, supported by a strong supply chain and partner ecosystem, ensuring high standards of quality, reliability, and speed to market.
Zydus Wellness has been accelerating growth through strategic acquisitions, including:
Naturell India (NIPL) – strengthening presence in nutrition and better-for-you foods
Comfort Click (UK) – marking the company’s first overseas acquisition and significantly expanding its footprint in the global VMS and digital wellness space
Zydus Wellness continues to pursue a strong growth ambition, driven by brand expansion, premiumization, portfolio diversification, and international scale-up. The company remains committed to improving everyday health and wellbeing by building trusted brands, strong capabilities, and future-ready talent.
S. No Get to know our organization – Click on the below links
1. Company Website
2. Zydus Corporate Park
JOB DESCRIPTION
Functional Reporting: General Counsel
Title: Legal Counsel
Location: Ahmedabad
We are looking for a seasoned In-house Legal Counsel with strong experience in litigation, dispute resolution, and regulatory laws (IPR, FSSAI, Drugs & Cosmetics Act) to join our legal team in Ahmedabad. Preferred background of Pharma or FMCG.
Role Summary
You will lead end-to-end litigation management and dispute resolution , ensuring legal risk mitigation and safeguarding business interests across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the complete litigation lifecycle – risk assessment, pre-litigation, mediation, and court proceedings
Handle matters related to IPR, FSSAI, Drugs & Cosmetics Act, Legal Metrology, Labour Laws
Draft and review legal notices, pleadings, affidavits, and case documents
Partner with business teams to provide practical legal advisory and risk mitigation strategies
Coordinate with external counsel and law firms for effective case management
Track litigation progress, maintain MIS, and update senior leadership
Manage legal spend and ensure compliance with internal processes
Functional Competencies
Strong planning & execution with adherence to TAT
Excellent stakeholder communication & coordination
Sharp legal analysis, problem-solving & advisory skills
High ownership, resilience, and ability to work independently
Qualifications
LLB (5-year) from a reputed institute
8–10 years of in-house legal experience in FMCG or Pharma
Deep expertise in litigation, IPR, FSSAI, and Drug Laws
Proven experience handling regulatory and dispute matters
Key Interactions
A) Internal Stakeholders
Marketing, Sales, R&D, GDSO, Finance, HR functions, Plant site
B) External
Lawfirms Legal Consultants, Advocates, Senior Counsel
Juridictional tribunals, police, administrative authority or Courts

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