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

Department: Legal

Experience Required: Min. 2+ years of post-qualification experience

Qualification: LLB from a recognized university

Employment Type: Full-time

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.