Senior Legal Counsel

• To strategize and coordinate PETA India litigation, including by engaging external counsel
• To help influence government decision-makers in the development of animal-friendly legislation and policies
• To help influence corporate entities to incorporate animal-friendly operating procedures and policies
• To ensure PETA India staff members are operating with sound legal knowledge and using the strongest legal arguments to meet organisational objectives
• To prepare casework against individuals or organisations responsible for cruelty to animals

Term of Employment:

Full-time

Reports To:

CEO

Location:

Delhi

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Collect and meticulously review case material to advise the organisation on and establish winning strategies
• Develop and coordinate high-profile, strategic litigation for the advancement of animal protection under law, including by engaging external counsel and appearing in court with an objective to win
• Identify, select, and manage external litigation counsel on all matters under supervision
• Arrange legal notices on PETA India’s behalf to send to individuals or organisations breaking animal-protection laws when required
• Support writing letters to, meet with, and persuade government decision-makers concerning the development of animal-friendly legislation and policies, including through representation on government committees when required
• Support writing letters to, meet with, and persuade corporations about the incorporation of animal-friendly operating procedures and policies when required
• Support writing letters to, meet with, and persuade law-enforcement officials to act against cases of cruelty to animals when required
• Conduct research to help ensure PETA India staff members are operating with sound legal knowledge and using the strongest legal arguments to advance towards and meet our objectives
• Conduct media interviews, including on-camera and other public-speaking engagements about cases and PETA India’s policy advocacy work and campaigns when requested
• Provide campaigners, researchers, investigators, and caseworkers with legal support
• Research, interpret, and apply pertinent central government and state statutes, regulations, and case laws
• Report on weekly developments in all significant matters as well as future courses of action and related deadlines
• Monitor issues and cases for potential legal action
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) from a university recognised by the Bar Council of India
• Minimum of five years of litigation experience
• Minimum of five years of experience in a related role preferred
• Experience in animal rights law or a related field preferred
• Thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns
• Proven excellent legal research and writing skills
• Proven excellent strategic-thinking and analytical skills
• Proven ability to handle multiple tasks under strict time constraints
• Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
• Support for PETA India’s philosophy and the ability to advocate for PETA India’s positions on issues in a professional manner
• Commitment to the objectives of the organisation
• Fluency in Hindi and English
• Knowledge of other local Indian languages a plus

How to Apply:

To apply for a position with People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India, please click on Apply for a Job With PETA India | Job Openings | About PETA – PETA India