Legal and Compliance Manager

The Legal and Compliance Manager will be responsible for ensuring that all of Company's business operations and services are in full compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies. This role requires a proactive and strategic thinker with a strong background in Indian corporate law, data privacy, and consumer protection. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on professional who can manage both the day-to-day legal issues and long-term compliance strategy in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance:

• Develop, implement, and maintain a robust legal and compliance framework to ensure adherence to Indian and international laws relevant to online platforms, e-commerce, and digital services.
• Stay abreast of changes in legislation and regulatory guidelines
• Conduct regular internal audits and risk assessments to identify compliance gaps and recommend corrective actions.

Contracts and Agreements:

• Draft, review, and negotiate all commercial agreements, including vendor contracts, partnership agreements, and service-level agreements (SLAs).
• Oversee and manage legal issues related to partner networks

Litigation and Dispute Resolution:

• Manage any legal disputes, consumer complaints, or regulatory inquiries, and act as a liaison with external legal counsel when necessary.
• Provide legal guidance to business teams on various matters

Training and Awareness:

• Develop and conduct training sessions for various departments to foster a culture of compliance and legal awareness.
• Create and update internal legal and compliance guidelines and standard operating procedures.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Law (L.L.B.) from a recognized university in India. A Master's degree (L.L.M.) or other relevant professional certification (e.g., company secretary) is a plus.
• 3-6 years of post-qualification experience in a legal or compliance role, with a strong preference for candidates who have worked in a tech startup, e-commerce, or online services company.
• Demonstrated experience in handling a wide range of legal issues
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal jargon into clear, actionable advice for business teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• A high degree of ethics, integrity, and professional judgment.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, fluid environment.