Legal Manager – Legal & Compliance

Job Title: Legal Manager – Legal & Compliance

Department: Legal & Compliance

Location: Mumbai

Experience Required: 4+ years

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Company:

We are a Factoring NBFC, with ADCategory III license, committed to providing innovative financial solutions with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and governance. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a skilled legal professional to join our dynamic Legal & Compliance team.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Associate with approximately 4 years of experience, ideally within financial services or NBFC sectors. The candidate will be responsible for providing legal support across business functions, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing contractual obligations, and assisting in risk mitigation strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

Legal Advisory & Documentation:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements including loan agreements, vendor contracts, service agreements, NDAs, etc.
• Provide legal advice on day-to-day business operations and transactions.
• Conduct legal research and prepare internal memos and opinion notes.

Regulatory & Compliance:

• Assist in ensuring adherence to RBI regulations, NBFC-specific compliance requirements, and corporate governance standards.
• Support periodic regulatory filings and responses to notices from regulatory authorities.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution:

• Coordinate with external counsels for litigation management.
• Support in preparation of case summaries, responses, affidavits, and other litigation-related documents.
• Track ongoing litigation and assist in case management reporting.

Internal Processes & Risk Management:

• Assist in developing internal policies and SOPs to strengthen compliance frameworks.
• Participate in internal audits and support in the implementation of audit recommendations.
• Conduct training and awareness sessions for internal stakeholders on key legal and compliance matters.

Qualifications:

• LL.B. from a recognized university; additional certifications in corporate law or compliance is a plus.
• 3-5 years of post-qualification experience, with at least 1-2 years in an NBFC, bank, or financial institution preferred.
• Sound knowledge of contract law, company law, RBI guidelines applicable to NBFCs, and general regulatory framework.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent drafting and legal research skills.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance management.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.
• High integrity, professional ethics, and attention to detail.