Associate – Legal at Cognizant
(Bangalore, Hybrid)
Cognizant invites applications for the position of Associate – Legal, focusing on contract review, drafting, negotiation, legal risk assessment, and supporting internal business stakeholders.
About Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider focused on bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value through full-stack AI solutions.
The organisation combines industry, process, and engineering expertise to build technology systems that amplify human potential, drive business outcomes, and help global enterprises navigate a rapidly evolving business environment.
About the Job
Cognizant is hiring for the position of Associate – Legal. The role involves reviewing, drafting, and finalising contracts and other legal documents, advising internal stakeholders, negotiating contractual terms, and identifying legal and business risks.
Eligibility
Strong knowledge of contract law and a sound understanding of fundamental legal concepts.
Contract review, drafting, and redlining skills.
Understanding of contractual positions in line with specific service domains.
Ability to review contracts in accordance with organisational playbook positions and apply independent judgement.
Negotiation aptitude.
Ability to work with attorneys from other geographical regions and adapt to region-specific legal review standards.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Team-oriented approach with AI awareness.
Problem-solving abilities and a proactive attitude.
Responsibilities
Review, draft, and finalise contracts and other legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, company policies, and playbook standards.
Liaise with and advise internal stakeholders, including business teams, to facilitate successful transaction closures.
Identify and assess legal and business risks in contracts and escalate issues where required.
Negotiate contracts with clients and vendors.
Conduct data analysis and assist in preparing presentations for management.
Assist in maintaining internal data sheets and fulfilling other process-oriented requirements.
Additional Information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of the job posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify it at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or through video conference.
Candidates may be required to present their current state or government-issued identification during each interview.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of characteristics protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
For reasonable accommodation requests during the job search or application process, candidates may contact:
Americas: CareersNA2@cognizant.com
India: CareersIndia2@cognizant.com
Location
Bangalore.
Mode
Hybrid.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates can apply through the Cognizant careers page: Apply Now