Legal Associate

About Us:

Apna is GenAI enabled India’s fastest growing career opportunity platform backed by marquee global investors. We’re revolutionising livelihood creation across India by stitching Job Marketplace & EdTech together.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a Legal Associate with a minimum 2+ years to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with a wide range of commercial contracts, corporate legal matters, and regulatory compliance. This is a key role that will require strong legal acumen, attention to detail, and the ability to support the company’s operations and growth.

Job Title: Legal Associate
Location: Bangalore (WFO- Domlur)
Department: Legal
Experience Required: Min. 2+ years of post-qualification experience
Qualification: LLB from a recognized university
Employment Type: Full-time
Budget : 8 - 10 LPA

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Contract Management
• • Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial agreements, including but not limited to:
  • • Master Services Agreements (MSAs)
    • Statements of Work (SOWs)
    • Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
    • Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
    • Consultancy Agreements
  • Manage contract renewals, amendments, and terminations.
    
• Corporate & Internal Policies
• • Draft and revise internal company policies, employee handbooks, and compliance protocols in alignment with current laws and best practices.
    
• Legal Notices & Compliance Support
• • Draft legal notices and respond to queries or notices from statutory and regulatory authorities.
  • Provide strategic legal advice to internal stakeholders on issues involving regulatory and statutory compliance.
    
• Legal Research & Advisory
• • Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis on corporate, commercial, and technology law issues.

Assist in the preparation of internal legal memoranda and risk assessments.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Exposure to corporate restructuring, venture capital transactions, and startup ecosystem legalities.
• Strong understanding of Indian Contract Act, Companies Act, and data protection laws.
• Excellent communication, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Proactive attitude with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Attention to detail, organizational ability, and a sense of ownership.
  

Eligibility Criteria:

• Education: LLB from a recognized university (mandatory).
• Experience: Min. 2 years of post-qualification experience in a relevant legal role.