We are seeking a detail-oriented Legal Associate to sit within the Founder's Office and take full ownership of our legal drafting. Since other teams handle M&A; execution and project management, this role is strictly focused on contract lifecycle management, commercial agreements, and legal documentation for our strategic initiatives and alliance programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, specifically Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs).
- Structure and standardize Service Agreements and Alliance Agreements for external partners and ecosystem growth.
- Provide term sheet support and transaction documentation for corporate development projects.
- Draft strategic documents, business proposals, and legal frameworks.
- Develop process documentation, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and manage organizational knowledge repositories.
- Ensure all corporate documentation mitigates risk and aligns with legal best practices.
Candidate Profile & Requirements
- Education:
Bachelor of Laws (LLB or B.A. LL.B.) is mandatory. A Company Secretary (CS) qualification is a strong advantage.
- Experience: 1 to 4 years of proven experience in corporate law, contract drafting, or an in-house legal role.
- Technical Skills: Exceptional drafting skills with a robust understanding of commercial law, corporate alliances, and transaction documentation.
- Soft Skills: High attention to detail, ability to work directly with leadership, and excellent written communication.
Role: Legal Operations - Other, Industry Type: Investment Banking / Venture Capital / Private Equity, Department: Legal & Regulatory, Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Role Category: Legal Operations Education UG: Company Secretary in Secretarial Audit, LLB - Bachelor of Laws in Corporate Law PG: LLM in Any Specialization Key Skills Skills highlighted with ‘‘ are preferred keyskills Legal DocumentationContract DraftingContract Review