Manish K Salian — Operations Associate
As a Legal, HR and Operations professional with over 12 years of cross-functional experience, I bring a unique blend of strategic legal acumen and people-centric operational leadership. Currently serving as Manager - Legal and Operations at Sclera, I lead initiatives that bridge legal governance with organizational efficiency, ensuring compliance, clarity, and cohesion across all levels. My journey has taken me through the domains of contract lifecycle management, HR operations, compliance, intellectual property, and corporate strategy. From drafting contracts to leading HR teams, I thrive on crafting structured solutions that align with business goals while empowering people and protecting institutional integrity. I am also a PhD researcher in Law at Karnatak University, exploring contemporary legal frameworks and their practical implications in the corporate world. My prior roles with Robosoft Technologies, 99Games, and reputed academic institutions like Alliance and REVA University have sharpened my ability to navigate dynamic environments with legal precision and empathetic leadership. 🧠What drives me? It’s the opportunity to lead with purpose, learn continuously, and foster cultures of trust, collaboration, and innovation. I believe that legal knowledge is most powerful when it's accessible, practical, and serves as an enabler—not a bottleneck—for growth. Whether I’m working on a cross-border IP issue or mentoring a new HR team member, I strive to create value with integrity, curiosity, and heart.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Legal and HR professional with expertise in compliance and operations in the tech and gaming industries.
Location: Karnataka, India
Experience: 12 yrs 5 mos
Skills
- Legal Compliance
- Operations Management
- Legal Consulting
- Contract Management
- Corporate Affairs
- Legal Writing
- Teaching
- Curricular Development
- Legal Affairs
- Legal Services
Career Highlights
- Over 12 years of cross-functional legal and HR experience.
- PhD researcher exploring contemporary legal frameworks.
- Expert in contract lifecycle management and compliance.
Work Experience
Sclera
Manager - Legal, HR and Operations (1 yr 10 mos)
Robosoft Technologies
Legal Manager (6 mos)
99Games
Associate Lead - Legal & Corporate Affairs (1 yr 7 mos)
Senior Legal Executive (4 yrs)
Alliance University
Assistant Professor in Law (1 yr 2 mos)
REVA University
Assistant Professor (1 yr 11 mos)
Clutch Group
Associate(Legal Services) (1 yr 5 mos)
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD at Karnatak University, Dharwad
Master of Laws (LL.M.) at S.D.M Law College and Centre for PG studies and Research in Law, Mangalore. Karnataka
B.A. (LAW) LL.B. at SDM Law College and Centre for PG studies and Research in Law
PUC (Arts) at St. Aloysius Evening College
Schooling at Vidyadayinee English Medium School, Surathkal Mangalore
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD at Karnatak University, Dharwad
