Legal Manager

Legal Manager- Commercial & International Contracts

About ClearTax:

ClearTax is a Series C global B2B Fintech SaaS company, backed by iconic investors such as Y Combinator, Sequoia Capital and Stripe. With $140M+ in funding, Cleartax is transforming how CFOs and finance teams operate. We power 5,000+ global enterprises, including marquee brands like Saint-Gobain, IKEA, Decathlon, and Lufthansa. Cleartax has built a truly global footprint with operations across 8 countries, growing at 70%+ CAGR over the last three years. With a clear path to becoming a public company within the next 3 years, this is a defining moment to join our journey. Our customer base spans multiple jurisdictions, including the European Union (EU), South East Asia (SEA) and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. As part of our continued expansion, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Legal Manager to strengthen our legal function and support our international operations.

Role Overview:

The Legal Manager – Commercial & International Contracts will be responsible for managing and supporting all contractual, regulatory, and compliance matters related to the company’s business operations. This role requires a proactive legal professional who can balance business objectives with legal risk management, and who demonstrates sound judgment, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of international data protection frameworks such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Key Responsibilities:

• Contract Drafting, Review, and Negotiation:
  Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including SaaS agreements, subscription and licensing agreements, reseller and partner contracts, master service agreements, statements of work, NDAs, vendor contracts, and data processing agreements.

• Cross-Border Legal Support:
  Provide legal guidance on matters relating to international jurisdictions, particularly within the EU, SEA and GCC regions, ensuring that all contractual arrangements comply with applicable local laws and regulations.
• Data Protection and Privacy Compliance:
  Advise on data protection matters and ensure compliance with GDPR and other relevant global privacy regulations. Support the implementation of internal data governance policies and assist with privacy impact assessments and data processing arrangements.
• Legal Risk Management:
  Identify potential legal risks in business operations and contractual frameworks and propose practical, business-oriented solutions to mitigate such risks.
• Legal Research and Advisory:
  Conduct detailed legal research on international commercial and technology laws, evolving SaaS regulations, and cross-border compliance requirements. Prepare concise legal opinions and guidance notes for internal stakeholders.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  Work closely with internal teams including Sales, Procurement, Finance, Compliance, and Product to provide timely and effective legal support aligned with business goals.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from a recognized university; LL.M. or equivalent international legal qualification will be an added advantage.

• Experience: Minimum of 7 years post-qualification experience, preferably in a SaaS, IT, or technology-driven organization, or at a reputed law firm advising clients in these sectors.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Proven experience in commercial contract management for Indian and international jurisdictions.
  • In-depth understanding of GDPR and international data protection regimes.
  • Familiarity with cross-border commercial practices, particularly within EU, SEA and GCC regions.
• Skills:
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical abilities.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight timelines.

  • Sound commercial judgment and a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach.

Preferred Attributes:

• Exposure to compliance, intellectual property, and regulatory matters in cross-border contexts.

• Experience working with contract lifecycle management tools (e.g., SpotDraft, DocuSign CLM).

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work with a globally expanding SaaS enterprise.

• Exposure to multi-jurisdictional legal work and strategic initiatives.
• A dynamic, collaborative, and high-growth work environment.

• Competitive compensation and benefits commensurate with experience.