Job Title : Legal Associate (Mid-Level)
Department : Legal & Compliance
Reports To : Head of Legal Counsel
Job Summary
The Legal Associate (Mid-Level) will play a critical role in supporting the legal and compliance needs of a fast-paced SaaS and IT services organization. This role involves independently handling a wide range of legal matters including commercial contracting, regulatory compliance, intellectual property protection, and corporate governance. The associate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams such as Sales, Procurement, HR, Product, and InfoSec to ensure that legal risk is managed effectively while enabling business operations.
Key Responsibilities
1. Contract Lifecycle Management
- Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements including SaaS subscription agreements, MSAs, SOWs, partner / channel agreements, NDAs, DPAs, and vendor contracts.
- Ensure inclusion of key SaaS-specific clauses (e.g., service availability, data protection, uptime SLAs, limitation of liability, and IP ownership).
- Act as a legal point of contact for internal stakeholders to support timely deal closure and risk mitigation.
- Maintain accurate records and version control using CLM tools or internal repositories.
2. Contract Renewals & Amendments
Proactively track key dates for renewals, expirations, and amendments across customer and vendor contracts.Coordinate with business and delivery teams to prepare updated documentation and avoid service disruptions.3. Legal Reporting & Documentation
Prepare and maintain legal trackers and assist in generating MIS reports related to :Contracts under negotiation or pending executionRenewals due in the upcoming quarterContractual risks or gaps flagged during internal auditsEnsure legal documents are organized and audit-ready.4. Intellectual Property & Brand Protection
Support trademark filings and renewals in coordination with IP counsel.Help manage IP-related agreements (e.g., IP assignment, licensing) and maintain records of proprietary software / code elements.5. Insurance and Risk Management Support
Assist with reviewing insurance policies relevant to SaaS / IT services (e.g., cyber liability, tech E&O, general liability).Support documentation and queries related to policy renewals or claims.6. Regulatory & Corporate Compliance
Assist in legal and regulatory compliance related to ISO 27001, ISO 27701, GDPR, and HIPAA by reviewing policies and providing legal documentation.Coordinate with external secretarial firms for compliance with corporate filings, board meetings, and statutory reporting.Monitor updates in IT Act, Data Protection laws, export control regulations, and SaaS-specific legal developments.7. Legal Advisory & Research
Be updated on SaaS-specific laws, commercial contract trends, data privacy regulations, and sector-specific guidance.Draft internal legal advisories and risk assessments for business teams.Qualifications
Education : Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB); LLM or certifications in Technology or Data Privacy Law is a plus.Experience : 4–7 years of post-qualification experience, with a strong focus on SaaS / IT contracts, data protection, and commercial legal issues.Skills :Drafting and negotiating technology and SaaS-related contracts.Good working knowledge of GDPR, HIPAA, and India's data protection frameworks.High attention to detail, responsiveness, and commercial understanding.Comfort with legal technology tools, document automation, and CLM platforms.Competencies
Proactive, business-friendly legal approach.Ability to manage multiple tasks and stakeholders in a dynamic environment.Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.High integrity and discretion in handling sensitive business matters.Ownership mindset with a willingness to continuously learn and grow.Skills Required
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