Associate Lawyer – Corporate, Commercial & Transactions (Contracts & POSH)Organisation: Lex Mores LLP / Lex Mores Tech Pvt. Ltd.

Experience: 3–5 Years

Employment Type: Full-time

Location: Noida Extension

Department: Corporate & Commercial Legal

Reporting To: Senior Associate / Partner

- About the RoleWe are looking for a competent, commercially oriented and detail-driven lawyer with 3–5 years of relevant experience in corporate and commercial law, contract drafting, corporate transactions and POSH compliance.

The candidate will be responsible for independently handling a diverse range of legal assignments, including commercial contracts, investment and shareholder agreements, mergers and acquisitions documentation, corporate advisory and POSH compliance matters.

The ideal candidate should possess strong legal drafting and analytical skills, an understanding of business and commercial transactions, and the ability to translate complex legal requirements into practical business solutions.

The candidate must be comfortable managing multiple assignments, interacting directly with clients and taking ownership of matters from initial requirement gathering to final delivery.

- Key Roles & ResponsibilitiesA. Corporate & Commercial Contract Drafting
- Draft, review, vet, negotiate and finalise a wide range of corporate and commercial agreements.
- Prepare and review agreements including:
- Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
- Master Services Agreements (MSAs)
- Service Agreements and Consultancy Agreements
- Vendor and Supplier Agreements
- Employment Agreements and HR Documentation
- Independent Contractor and Freelance Agreements
- Technology, SaaS and Software Licensing Agreements
- Franchise and Distribution Agreements
- Partnership and Joint Venture Agreements
- Founders' Agreements
- Terms of Use, Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies
- Intellectual Property Assignment and Licensing Agreements
- Marketing, Advertising and Brand Collaboration Agreements
- Commission, Referral and Revenue-Sharing Agreements.
- Identify and assess legal, commercial and operational risks in contractual arrangements.
- Draft and negotiate clauses relating to indemnity, limitation of liability, payment obligations, confidentiality, intellectual property, termination, non-compete, non-solicitation, warranties and dispute resolution.
- Understand business models and commercial arrangements and translate them into appropriate contractual structures.
- Recommend modifications to protect clients' commercial and legal interests.
- Maintain consistency, accuracy and enforceability of contractual documentation.
- Develop and maintain standard templates, clause libraries and drafting precedents.

B. Corporate Transactions, M&A; & Investment Documentation
- Draft, review, vet and negotiate transaction documents relating to mergers, acquisitions, investments, divestments and corporate restructuring.
- Handle documentation for primary and secondary investment transactions, share transfers, share purchases and share subscriptions.
- Draft and review:
- Share Purchase Agreements (SPAs)
- Share Subscription Agreements (SSAs)
- Shareholders' Agreements (SHAs)
- Share Subscription-cum-Shareholders' Agreements
- Share Transfer Agreements
- Investment Agreements
- Joint Venture Agreements
- Founders' Agreements and Promoters' Arrangements
- Term Sheets and Letters of Intent
- Business Transfer Agreements (BTAs)
- Asset Purchase Agreements




- Escrow Agreements
- Disclosure Letters and Disclosure Schedules
- Transaction-specific ancillary agreements and closing documents.
- Assist in structuring and documenting equity investments, shareholding arrangements and ownership transfers.
- Understand and analyse cap tables, shareholding patterns, equity dilution and investor rights.
- Draft and negotiate provisions relating to:
- Representations and warranties
- Indemnities and liability limitations
- Conditions precedent and conditions subsequent
- Closing obligations and deliverables
- Reserved matters and affirmative voting rights
- Tag-along and drag-along rights
- Anti-dilution protection
- Right of first refusal and right of first offer
- Exit mechanisms and transfer restrictions
- Board composition and investor protection rights.
- Assist in conducting legal due diligence and identifying material legal, regulatory and contractual risks.
- Prepare due diligence reports, transaction checklists, risk summaries and closing documentation.
- Coordinate with promoters, investors, company secretaries, financial advisors and other transaction stakeholders.
- Assist in preparing and reviewing board resolutions, shareholder resolutions, notices, minutes and other corporate approvals.
- Coordinate transaction execution, closing deliverables, post-closing documentation and applicable statutory filing requirements.

C. POSH Compliance & Advisory
- Advise organisations on compliance with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and applicable rules.
- Draft, review and update POSH policies, notices, declarations, appointment letters and related documentation.
- Assist organisations in constitution and reconstitution of Internal Committees (ICs).
- Conduct POSH compliance audits and identify gaps in existing policies, processes and statutory compliance.
- Assist in preparing annual reports, statutory disclosures and other POSH-related compliance documentation.
- Conduct employee awareness and sensitisation training sessions.
- Conduct orientation and training sessions for Internal Committee members.
- Assist Internal Committees in complaint handling, preliminary assessments, inquiry procedures, documentation and preparation of inquiry reports.
- Ensure confidentiality, procedural fairness and compliance with statutory timelines throughout POSH proceedings.
- Maintain updated knowledge of POSH legislation, rules, judicial pronouncements and regulatory developments.

D. Corporate Legal Advisory & Regulatory Research
- Provide legal research and advisory support on corporate, commercial, contractual and employment-related matters.
- Interpret applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, Indian Contract Act, 1872, FEMA regulations and other relevant laws.
- Research and advise on legal and regulatory developments affecting businesses.
- Assist in corporate structuring, governance and regulatory compliance matters.
- Prepare legal opinions, advisory notes, risk assessments and compliance checklists.




- Analyse legal issues and provide commercially practical recommendations to clients.

E. Client Management & Assignment Ownership
- Understand client requirements and identify the appropriate legal solution.
- Independently manage client assignments from initial consultation and requirement gathering to drafting, review and final delivery.
- Participate in client calls, meetings and negotiations.
- Explain contractual provisions, legal risks and compliance requirements in clear, business-friendly language.
- Manage multiple client matters simultaneously and ensure timely delivery.
- Coordinate with internal teams, clients and external stakeholders.
- Maintain proper records, documentation and assignment trackers.
- Take ownership of deliverables and ensure client satisfaction.

F. Legal Operations & Knowledge Management
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, drafting checklists and legal documentation templates.
- Contribute to the creation and improvement of standardised legal products and services.
- Support contract lifecycle management, document automation and legal technology initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to improve legal processes, turnaround time and service delivery.
- Maintain an organised repository of legal precedents, templates and research material.
- Ensure quality control and consistency across legal deliverables.

3. Key Result Areas (KRAs)KRAExpected PerformanceContract Drafting & ReviewAccurate, comprehensive and commercially sound agreementsCorporate TransactionsQuality drafting and review of SPAs, SSAs, SHAs and transaction documentsPOSH ComplianceTimely and accurate delivery of POSH assignmentsLegal AdvisoryPractical and well-researched legal solutionsClient ManagementEffective communication, ownership and client satisfactionTurnaround TimeTimely completion of assignments within committed deadlinesQuality ControlMinimal drafting errors and consistent legal qualityKnowledge ManagementDevelopment of templates, precedents and SOPsAssignment OwnershipAbility to independently manage matters with minimal supervision
- Educational Qualifications & Experience

- LL.B. degree from a recognised university.
- 3–5 years of relevant post-qualification experience in corporate and commercial law.
- Demonstrable experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.
- Hands-on experience with SPAs, SSAs, SHAs and other investment or shareholder-related documentation.
- Practical exposure to POSH compliance, policy drafting, Internal Committee support and training.
- Strong understanding of Indian corporate and commercial laws.
- Experience in a corporate law firm, consulting firm or in-house legal department will be preferred.

5. Essential Skills & Competencies
- Excellent legal drafting, reviewing and negotiation skills.
- Strong understanding of commercial transactions and contractual risk allocation.
- Ability to independently draft and review complex legal documentation.
- Solid analytical, legal research and problem-solving abilities.
- Understanding of business models, commercial arrangements and investment structures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong client-handling and stakeholder-management capabilities.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
- High attention to detail, accountability and professional integrity.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

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