About the Organization
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bodh Gaya is a premier management institution established by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, in 2015. Located in Bodh Gaya, Bihar, the institute is committed to excellence in management education, research, and institution-building. IIM Bodh Gaya has invited applications for various non-faculty positions, including the post of Legal Officer.
Type / Nature of Opportunity
Legal Job Opportunity
Position: Legal Officer (Contractual)
Number of Vacancies
- 01 Post (Unreserved)
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- LL.B. (Law Graduate) from a recognized institution.
- Candidates must possess extensive experience in handling legal matters relating to government organizations, government undertakings, service laws, labour laws, land laws, and liaisoning with Central/State Government offices and PSUs.
- Hands-on experience in drafting and vetting legal documents is essential.
Desirable Qualification
- Company Secretary (CS) qualification will be preferred.
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in handling legal matters in Government organizations, PSUs, companies, or similar entities.
- Experience as a Compliance Officer or Senior Legal Associate in large-scale industries, law firms appearing before High Courts, PSUs, or autonomous educational institutions will be an added advantage.
- Excellent command over English is essential, while proficiency in Hindi is preferred.
Areas of Work / Key Responsibilities
The selected Legal Officer will be responsible for:
- Developing and implementing an effective legal compliance framework for the Institute.
- Handling matters relating to civil laws, service laws, labour laws, and other statutory compliances.
- Managing litigation and proceedings before courts and quasi-judicial bodies.
- Assisting in Board-related legal and statutory compliance matters.
- Reviewing internal controls and ensuring adherence to compliance requirements.
- Supporting Internal Complaints Committee (IC) and Diversity & Inclusion grievance mechanisms.
- Ensuring compliance with RTI requirements, RPWD Act, and other statutory obligations.
- Updating and incorporating amendments in service rules and regulations.
- Liaising with external advocates and updating senior management on pending legal matters.
- Providing legal opinions and advice on institutional policies, regulations, and procedures.
- Performing other duties assigned by the competent authority.
Mode of Work
- On-Site
- Location: IIM Bodh Gaya, Bihar
Salary / Remuneration
- Monthly Consolidated Emoluments: ₹50,000 – ₹60,000 (all-inclusive)
Age Limit
- Maximum 65 Years
Selection Procedure
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for written test, skill test, and/or personal interview as applicable.
- Final selection will be based on performance in the prescribed selection process.
Important Dates and Timelines
- Advertisement Date: 03 June 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 23 June 2026
Application Process
Interested candidates may apply online through the official recruitment portal:
Application Portal
Contact Information
Official Website
Important Notes
- Candidates already employed in Government service must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of selection process, if applicable.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the Institute.
- Applicants are advised to regularly visit the Institute’s website for updates, corrigenda, or notifications relating to the recruitment process.
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