Senior Associate Legal | Bengaluru | PQE : 4-6 years

Job Description

• Transaction Management : Lead and execute PE / VC deals including structuring, due diligence, drafting and negotiating transaction documents (SHA, SSA, SPA, etc.), and closing support.
• Regulatory Compliance : Ensure adherence to SEBI regulations for Category I Alternative Investment Funds, including filings, reporting, governance, and investor disclosures.
• Contract Drafting & Negotiation : Handle a wide range of investment and commercial agreements such as shareholder agreements, JV agreements, SAAS agreements, IP licenses, MSAs, and proposals.
• Stakeholder Collaboration : Work closely with internal teams, external counsel, investors, and portfolio companies to manage legal milestones and ongoing needs.
• Fund Documentation : Support drafting and review of fund formation documents like PPMs, contribution agreements, and investor communications.
• Legal Advisory : Provide guidance on Companies Act, FEMA, SEBI, and other relevant laws impacting investment and fund operations.

The Successful Applicant

• LL.B. degree additional qualifications like CS, LLM, or certifications in securities law are a plus.
• 4-6 years of post-qualification experience in corporate law, preferably with exposure to PE / VC transactions.
• Strong understanding of corporate, securities, and M&A law.
• Proven drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Prior interaction with regulatory bodies (SEBI, RBI) is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.

What's on Offer

• Exposure to diverse legal challenges and responsibilities.
• Collaborative and professional work environment.

Skills Required

Negotiation, Regulatory Compliance, Contract Drafting, Transaction Management, Advisory