Execution Partner – General Corporate

Job Description

About the Opportunity

A boutique, partner-led law firm with a growing corporate advisory and transactional practice is looking for a seasoned Execution Partner to anchor and expand its General Corporate vertical.

This role is ideal for a senior professional who thrives on execution, is solution-oriented, and wants to be the go-to person for closing transactions and delivering high-quality legal work, without the pressure of origination.

You’ll work closely with the senior leadership and lead end-to-end deal execution — from structuring to documentation to post-closing compliance. If you’re the kind of lawyer who gets satisfaction from building clarity out of complexity and owning the delivery process, you’ll enjoy this role.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and execute M&A, PE / VC, joint ventures, and general corporate transactions from start to finish

Lead drafting, negotiation, and closing of key documents (SPAs, SHAs, JV agreements, etc.)

Oversee compliance matters under Companies Act, FEMA, and other applicable regulations

Guide associates and junior team members through execution-heavy phases of deals

Liaise with clients, advisors, and regulators to ensure smooth deal flow and turnaround

Conduct legal due diligence, risk assessments, and provide actionable legal insights

Draft and review commercial contracts, corporate documents, board resolutions, and filings

Support internal process building and quality control of corporate work product

What We’re Looking For

LL.B. from a recognised university

10–15 years of experience in general corporate law, with strong focus on deal execution

Prior experience in a law firm or corporate in-house legal role handling transactions

Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills

Deep knowledge of the Companies Act, FEMA, and SEBI regulations

Ability to lead teams and own client relationships on the execution side

Strong organisational skills and ability to work across multiple matters simultaneously

Someone who takes initiative, is self-managed, and thrives in a team that values trust and responsibility

What’s Unique About This Role

You get to focus on execution — no pressure to bring in business

You’ll work in a tight-knit, collaborative team that supports deep legal thinking

You’ll lead on quality delivery , with autonomy to run transactions your way

No micromanagement, no unnecessary hierarchy — just good work with good people

Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives