Legal Associate

About the Role:

We are seeking a sharp, execution-focused lawyer to join our in-house legal team. The role involves supporting the fund across the full investment lifecycle—including equity and debt transactions—while anchoring portfolio governance and internal compliance. Ideal candidates will bring prior experience in venture capital or private equity transactions, coupled with a strong foundation in corporate advisory and regulatory analysis.

Key Responsibilities

1. Transaction Execution

• Support end-to-end execution of primary and secondary investments, exits, and IPOs.
• Review and negotiate transaction documents (SHA, SSA, SPAs, etc.) and coordinate with external counsel.
• Assist in structuring and executing debt instruments (e.g., NCDs, CCDs), including review of debenture trust deeds, security documents, and regulatory filings.
• Analyze due diligence reports and flag legal risks with mitigation strategies.

2. Portfolio Legal Support

• Coordinate with portfolio companies on regulatory compliance and corporate governance.
• Draft and manage board/shareholder consents, quorum waivers, proxy forms, and director documentation.
• Advise on ESOP structuring, founder exits, acquisitions, and strategic business contracts.

3. Internal Legal & Compliance

• Draft and review NDAs, employment contracts, vendor agreements, and internal policies.
• Manage internal governance frameworks, compliance calendars, and regulatory filings.
• Conduct legal trainings and support internal audits and regulatory inquiries.

4. Law Firm & Stakeholder Coordination

• Manage relationships with external counsel and advisors.
• Ensure timely and cost-effective legal support across transactions and compliance matters.

Desired Candidate Profile

• BA LLB from a reputed law school
• Post qualification experience of 1-5 years

Core Skills

Transaction structuring, contract negotiation, legal due diligence, regulatory advisory

Soft Skills

Strategic thinking, attention to detail, stakeholder management, process orientation

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on high-impact equity and debt transactions.
• Exposure to fund structuring, portfolio governance, and strategic legal advisory
• Collaborative and intellectually rigorous work environment
• Competitive compensation and long-term growth opportunities