Lawyer Transactions & Venture Fundraising

Job Profile: Lawyer Transactions & Venture Fundraising

Experience

3–10 years in a corporate law firm, venture capital fund, or in-house legal role.

Hands-on exposure to startup fundraising, venture capital/PE investments, or

M&A deals.

Career Path

Associate Senior Associate Partner (Law Firm)

Legal Counsel Head of Legal (Corporate/Startup/VC Fund)

Venture Capital, Private Equity, M&A, or Funds Practice

Role Overview

A corporate/transactional lawyer in this role advises startups, growth companies, and

investors on venture capital fundraising, private equity investments, and related corporate

transactions. The lawyer is responsible for structuring deals, drafting and negotiating

agreements, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, and protecting the client’s interests

in venture financing and strategic transactions.

Key Responsibilities

Transaction Structuring & Advisory

Advise startups and investors on structuring equity and debt fundraising rounds

(Seed, Series A, B, C, etc.).

Guide clients on valuation, ownership dilution, exit strategies, and governance

rights.

Structure transactions for mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic

investments.

Drafting & Negotiation

Draft, review, and negotiate term sheets, share subscription agreements (SSA),

shareholders’ agreements (SHA), convertible notes, SAFE/KISS instruments, and

other financing documents.

Negotiate transaction terms with venture capital funds, angel investors, and

private equity firms.Prepare ancillary documents such as ESOP plans, investment covenants, and exit

agreements.

Due Diligence & Compliance

Conduct legal due diligence on target companies, focusing on corporate

governance, intellectual property, contracts, regulatory issues, and financial

compliance.

Identify risks and provide risk-mitigation strategies.

Ensure compliance with corporate, securities, FDI, and regulatory frameworks.

Fundraising Advisory

Support startups in preparing for fundraising (cap table management, corporate

housekeeping, IP protection).

Advise venture funds on fund structuring, compliance, and investment

documentation.

Liaise with financial advisors, bankers, and tax consultants.

Post-Deal Support

Ensure smooth closing of transactions, filings with regulators (e.g., RoC, SEBI, RBI

in India), and post-closing compliance.

Advise on ongoing investor rights, governance, and dispute resolution.

Skills & Competencies

corporate laws, securities regulations, and venture

financing structures

drafting and negotiation skills

cross-border investment laws and FDI regulations

Strong analytical ability to assess legal risks in investment transactions.

Ability to work with founders, investors, and multiple stakeholders under tight

timelines.

Typical BackgroundEducation

(preferred).