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Legal Associate

4 - 9 years

6 - 11 Lacs

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About Artha Group

Artha Group is a premier

venture capital and private equity firm

, managing an

AUM of 1,000+ crores

across

Artha Venture Fund, Artha Select Fund, and Artha Continuum Fund

. With investments in

116+ high-growth companies

, including

OYO Rooms, Purplle, Rapido, and Karza Technologies

, we are at the forefront of

structuring, negotiating, and executing investments across listed and unlisted markets

.
We are seeking a

highly meticulous, corporate finance-focused Legal Associate

to oversee

transaction-level legal work

, ensuring that

investment agreements, shareholder rights, and legal structuring

align with Artha s strategic interests.

The Role: Legal Oversight in Venture Capital Transactions

This is a

corporate finance legal role

not a litigation position. The

Legal Associate

will be responsible for

drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and ensuring the enforceability of legal documents

related to

venture capital investments, shareholder rights, and service-level agreements

.

Key Responsibilities

Investment Agreements & Structuring

  1. Review, negotiate, and finalize

    Shareholders Agreements (SHAs), Share Subscription Agreements (SSAs), and other investment-related contracts

    before they reach the signing stage.
  2. Ensure that

    Artha s investor rights and protections

    are fully secured in all

    investment-specific negotiations

    .
  3. Collaborate with investment teams to

    structure transactions in a legally sound manner

    , ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks.
  4. Work closely with external legal counsel on

    complex deal structuring, investment governance, and rights enforcement

    .

Contract Drafting, Review & Negotiation

  1. Draft, review, and negotiate

    service-level agreements, commercial contracts, and vendor agreements

    to ensure that all legal obligations are met.
  2. Ensure that all agreements

    reflect Artha s commercial interests, minimize legal risks, and align with compliance protocols

    .
  3. Conduct

    legal due diligence

    on contracts, ensuring that critical

    business risks and legal obligations

    are addressed.

Legal Governance & Risk Management

  1. Maintain a

    legal tracker

    for all

    ongoing legal matters, regulatory filings, and compliance obligations

    .
  2. Work with

    external litigation teams

    to ensure

    structured legal follow-ups

    , though

    this role does not involve court appearances

    .
  3. Proactively identify and mitigate

    legal risks associated with investments, contracts, and fund operations

    .
  4. Provide

    internal legal advisory support

    , ensuring that

    investment decisions align with corporate governance best practices

    .

High-Pressure Legal Decision-Making & Time Optimization

  1. Prioritize and structure legal matters

    to ensure that the

    Founder and leadership team spend time only on critical legal decisions

    .
  2. Operate under

    tight deal timelines

    , ensuring that

    transactional legal processes are executed with speed and precision

    .
  3. Act as a

    trusted legal partner in investment negotiations

    , ensuring that

    contractual terms are favorable and risk-free

    for Artha.

Who You Are

  • A

    sharp, detail-obsessed corporate finance lawyer

    with a

    strong understanding of venture capital deal structuring

    .
  • A

    meticulous legal mind

    , with a

    keen ability to spot contractual loopholes and enforce investor protections

    .
  • Paranoid about details

    , ensuring that

    no contractual risk or compliance oversight occurs

    .
  • Comfortable working in a high-pressure, fast-paced investment environment

    , where

    legal precision determines deal success

    .

Qualifications & Skills

  • LL. B or LL.M

    from a recognized law school.
  • Bar Admission (LLP required)

    to practice law in India.
  • 4+ years of experience

    in

    venture capital, private equity, or corporate finance legal work

    .
  • Deep expertise in venture capital transactions

    , including

    SHAs, SSAs, convertible notes, and investment rights

    .
  • Proficiency in contract negotiation, investment structuring, and regulatory compliance

    .
  • Strong business writing skills

    with the ability to draft

    precise, enforceable legal documents

    .
  • Highly structured, execution-driven, and data-oriented

    , with a relentless focus on

    accuracy and legal risk management

    .

Compensation & Benefits

  • Total Annual Package:

    21,00,000

  • Fixed Annual Salary:

    18,00,000

  • Annual Retention Bonus

    :

    3,00,000

  • Direct exposure to high-stakes investment decisions

    in a

    top-tier venture capital firm

    .
  • Fast-track career pathway in corporate finance law

    , with exposure to

    multi-million-dollar transactions

    .
  • A

    dynamic, high-impact work environment

    , where

    legal expertise drives investment success

    .

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