Legal Counsel (Part-Time / Consultant)

Company Description :

Inspired by the legacy of General Hari Singh Nalwa, a historic leader known for protecting and building resilient communities, the Hari Singh Nalwa Foundation Trust (HSNFT) is a public health organization on a mission to build modern "fortresses of health" for India's underserved populations. We are deploying an innovative model to close the last-mile healthcare gap, making quality care accessible and affordable in rural and low-resource settings.

We are at a pivotal moment of growth and are looking for a passionate, results-driven leader to join our core team and help turn this vision into a scalable, national reality. Follow our journey on LinkedIn to stay updated on our mission to build a healthier, more equitable India.

The Opportunity :

As our foundational Legal Counsel, you will be the strategic legal architect for a rapidly growing, high-impact social enterprise. You will be responsible for building the robust legal framework that enables us to innovate safely, partner effectively, and scale our mission across India.

This is a unique opportunity for a lawyer with a passion for social impact and technology to provide critical guidance on a part-time, flexible basis. You will work directly with HSNFT leadership to navigate the complex legal landscape at the intersection of healthcare, data privacy, and non-profit governance.

Key Responsibilities :

• Draft, review, and negotiate all key legal agreements, including Partnership MoUs (with NGOs, government bodies, and corporations), Data Sharing Agreements, and vendor contracts.
• Develop and standardize all patient-facing legal documents, including comprehensive consent forms for treatment, data collection, and research, ensuring full compliance with the DPDP Act and healthcare regulations.
• Draft essential internal legal documents, such as volunteer agreements and confidentiality agreements (NDAs).
• Provide strategic legal advice to the leadership team on matters of regulatory compliance, risk management, and non-profit governance.
• Stay abreast of changes in relevant laws (especially data privacy and health-tech) and advise the Trust on necessary policy updates.

Who You Are (Skills & Qualifications) :

We are looking for an experienced and mission-aligned legal professional.

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Why Join HSNFT?