Vijayalatha S
Chennai
Summary
Versatile and detail-oriented legal professional with proven experience in litigation management, contract drafting, legal advisory, and regulatory compliance, currently working with a government organization with a focus on service law, recruitment issues, and administrative law.
Demonstrates strong expertise in legal research, GDPR compliance, title scrutiny, and drafting of a wide range of legal documents including petitions, replies, affidavits, and contracts. Known for implementing effective risk management strategies and offering proactive legal solutions in both public sector and corporate legal environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Young Professional - Legal
Staff Selection Commission (Southern Region)
01.2024 - Current
- Manage and monitor litigation across CAT, High Courts, the Supreme Court, and other judicial/quasi-judicial bodies, ensuring timely compliance and representation.
- Draft and vet legal documents including writ petitions, replies, rejoinders, affidavits, and miscellaneous legal pleadings.
- Provide legal support and advisory services to SSC officers, particularly in matters related to service and recruitment.
- Liaise with the Ministry of Law & Justice to obtain legal opinions and ensure legal conformity in administrative decisions.
- Coordinate with Senior Law Officers, Government Counsels, and external legal advisors for case preparation, strategy, and hearings.
- Review and draft legal notices, contracts, and agreements to safeguard institutional interests.
- Offer legal guidance on issues concerning examination processes, evaluation disputes, recruitment results, and medical fitness assessments.
- Scrutinize legal petitions and court orders; assess feasibility and oversee implementation of judicial directives in compliance with legal and administrative standards.
Legal Consultant
MUZIK247
06.2022 - 01.2024
- Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts and agreements, including artist agreements, licensing deals, publishing rights, and distribution contracts.
- Ensure organizational compliance with applicable laws and industry standards, including copyright law, intellectual property rights, and media regulations.
- Provide strategic legal advice on matters involving artist management, brand partnerships, marketing initiatives, and promotional activities.
- Represent the organization in legal disputes, manage litigation risks, and collaborate with external legal counsel to ensure effective dispute resolution.
- Conduct in-depth legal research and maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving laws, regulatory developments, and industry best practices that impact the music and entertainment sector.
Legal Trainee
Philips Domestic Appliances India Limited
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts and agreements, ensuring alignment with business objectives and legal standards.
- Conduct legal due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions to assess legal risks and compliance.
- Perform in-depth legal research to support litigation strategy and ensure sound legal positions in potential disputes.
- Provide legal interpretation and clarification of contractual terms, statutes, and regulatory provisions to internal stakeholders.
- Assist the Company Secretary in drafting and maintaining accurate Board Meeting minutes and ensuring compliance with corporate governance requirements.
Associate
Sutherland Global Solutions
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Provided customer support services to Amazon India and North America customers, addressing a broad range of inquiries related to orders, deliveries, returns, payments, and account management.
- Delivered high-quality support to customers across diverse channels (phone, email, and chat), resolving a wide range of inquiries, service issues, and product concerns.
- Successfully completed a 90-day intensive Communication Skills Program, focusing on advanced communication techniques, active listening, conflict resolution, and customer service excellence.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills by handling escalations and de-escalating customer concerns with empathy and professionalism.
- Ensured accurate documentation of customer interactions and followed up on complex cases to ensure timely resolution.
- Collaborated closely with team members and supervisors to enhance service delivery, contributing to key performance indicators (KPIs) such as First Contact Resolution (FCR) and Customer Satisfaction (CSAT).
- Actively participated in knowledge-sharing and team discussions to streamline support processes and enhance the overall customer experience.
Education
Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Law (B.A.B.L) - Law
Chennai Dr. Ambedkar Government Law College
Pudupakkam11-2019
Higher Secondary School Certificate -
Chennai Higher Secondary School
West Mambalam, Chennai04.2014
Skills
- Compliance-focused document evaluation
- Ensuring adherence to legal standards
- Regulatory compliance expertise
- Conflict resolution skills
- Effective project coordination
- Proficient in client engagement
- Adept at meeting deadlines
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Courtroom support
- Experience with case management systems
- Metrics-driven decision-making
- Skilled in spreadsheet management and data interpretation
- Experienced in utilizing Microsoft Outlook for effective communication
Certification
- Introduction to Blockchain Technology (May 2023) - Issued by: Manupatra
- Gained insights into blockchain's functioning and legal challenges.
- GDPR and Its Impact on Indian Companies (Apr 2023) Issued by: Manupatra
- Learned obligations of data controllers and processors to comply with GDPR.
- Computer Basics (Aug 2010) Issued by: Eclairs Computer Academy
- Covered MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Internet, and Emailing.
LANGUAGES
English (Professional Working Proficiency)
Tamil (Native Proficiency)
BAR ADMISSIONS
The Bar Council of Tamil Nadu & Puducherry | September 2020
Timeline
Young Professional - Legal
Staff Selection Commission (Southern Region)
01.2024 - Current
Legal Consultant
MUZIK247
06.2022 - 01.2024
Legal Trainee
Philips Domestic Appliances India Limited
03.2021 - 05.2022
Associate
Sutherland Global Solutions
08.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Law (B.A.B.L) - Law
Chennai Dr. Ambedkar Government Law College
Higher Secondary School Certificate -
Chennai Higher Secondary School
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