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What Drives Us? Imagine this: a single tap on your phone unlocks a world where car ownership is effortless and stress-free. From finding your perfect car to keeping it running smoothly, and eventually selling it, CARS24 is revolutionising every step of the car ownership journey. Our mission? To ensure our customers focus on the thrill of the open road, not roadside worries. We’re building the ultimate one-stop shop—a Super App for all things car ownership, powered by cutting-edge technology, data science, and customer insights. We’re already one of the largest Auto-tech companies in the world, but we’re just getting started. What Will You Drive? As General Counsel , you’ll be the legal captain, driving strategy, managing risks, and ensuring we’re legally and operationally equipped for exponential growth. You’ll be the trusted advisor to the executive team and board, combining sharp legal acumen with business ambition. Here’s what you’ll do: Raising the Stakes : Lead capital raises, including private rounds, secondaries, and IPO readiness—and guide us through the transition to a public company and forever after. Additionally, manage our frequent borrowing activities, including working capital loans (WCDL), term loans, and NCDs/bonds. Navigating Risk : Build robust systems to manage operational risks like RC transfers, collections recoveries, and other high-volume processes. Litigation : Handle litigation and crisis management with poise and precision. Automation of legal processes : Work with internal and external tech teams to design efficient, tech-driven legal systems. Business Enabler : Experience in creating scalable frameworks for new and emerging lines of business. Serve as the ultimate compliance and legal checkpoint before anything goes live—on the app, web, or internal systems. Strategic transactions: Navigate and manage strategic transactions such as investments and acquisitions, as well as voluminous daily contracts. Regulator Liaison : As the industry leader, we don’t just adapt to challenges—we solve them. Whether it’s simplifying the cumbersome RC transfer process or driving alignment with regulators like RBI, IRDA, MORTH, DPIIT, and car associations, we’re shaping the future of car ownership. By collaborating with governments, ministries, and industry bodies, we’re creating innovative solutions that make car ownership smoother and lives better for millions of Indians. Who’s the Perfect Fit? You’re the one if you: Have at least 15 years of legal experience. Masterfully balance corporate governance with business agility. Thrive in high-pressure environments, managing complex operations across jurisdictions and multiple business lines. Communicate legal complexities in simple, actionable terms. Build and lead high-performing legal teams, inspiring excellence. Understand numbers—bonus points if Excel is your friend! Show more Show less
