* Experience: Minimum 9-12 years (having 2-3 experience in similar role)
* Preferred Background: Experience in a reputed law firm, or corporate legal department, renewable industry
* Location: HO Gurgaon
* Reporting To: Director / General Counsel
* Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal professional to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate legal matters, with a particular focus on drafting and reviewing a wide range of legal documents.
This role requires the ability to manage complex legal issues, support business transactions, fund raise(equity/debt)ensure regulatory compliance, and mitigate legal risks. Prior experience in a law firm will be considered a significant advantage.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of legal documents including but not limited to:
Commercial agreements (NDAs, term sheet, engagement agreement , service agreements, vendor/supplier contracts)
- Joint venture and shareholder agreements
- M&A transaction documents
- Lease and licensing agreements
- Employment-related legal documents
- Provide legal advisory and strategic support on corporate governance, compliance, and risk mitigation.
- Support internal stakeholders by providing legal opinions day-to-day ensuring business activities are compliant with applicable laws and regulations.
- Liaise with external counsels, regulatory authorities, and law firms on complex legal matters.
- Keep abreast of legislative changes and proactively assess their impact on the business.
- Assist in developing internal legal policies, templates, and SOPs.
- Manage litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution matters in coordination with external counsels.
- Handle legal due diligence and documentation for investments, acquisitions, or divestitures.
- Provide training and awareness sessions to internal teams on legal and compliance matters.
Key Requirements:
- Qualification: LL.B. (mandatory); LL.M. or additional corporate law qualifications preferred.
- Experience: Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience in corporate legal functions.
- Strong command over contract law, corporate law, and regulatory frameworks.
- Demonstrated ability to draft, vet, and negotiate complex legal documents independently.
- Prior experience working in a reputed law firm or corporate is highly desirable.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholders management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure with minimal supervision.
- High ethical standards, integrity, and professionalism.
Preferred Skills:
- In-depth understanding of Indian corporate and commercial laws.
- Exposure to cross-border transactions and international commercial law (preferred).
- Experience with compliance frameworks such as SEBI, RBI, FEMA, Companies Act, etc.
- Hands-on experience in legal documentation for fundraising, private equity, or structured finance.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From ₹800,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Provident Fund
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Basai Road, Gurugram, Haryana: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Legal: 10 years (Required)
Work Location: In person