Legal Counsel (Part-Time / Consultant)

Company Description:

Inspired by the legacy of General Hari Singh Nalwa, a historic leader known for protecting and building resilient communities, the Hari Singh Nalwa Foundation Trust (HSNFT) is a public health organization on a mission to build modern "fortresses of health" for India's underserved populations. We are deploying an innovative model to close the last-mile healthcare gap, making quality care accessible and affordable in rural and low-resource settings.

Follow our journey on LinkedIn to stay updated on our mission to build a healthier, more equitable India.

The Opportunity:

As our foundational Legal Counsel, you will be the strategic legal architect for a rapidly growing, high-impact social enterprise. You will be responsible for building the robust legal framework that enables us to innovate safely, partner effectively, and scale our mission across India.

This is a unique opportunity for a lawyer with a passion for social impact and technology to provide critical guidance on a part-time, flexible basis. You will work directly with HSNFT leadership to navigate the complex legal landscape at the intersection of healthcare, data privacy, and non-profit governance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate all key legal agreements, including Partnership MoUs (with NGOs, government bodies, and corporations), Data Sharing Agreements, and vendor contracts.
• Develop and standardize all patient-facing legal documents, including comprehensive consent forms for treatment, data collection, and research, ensuring full compliance with the DPDP Act and healthcare regulations. 
• Draft essential internal legal documents, such as volunteer agreements and confidentiality agreements (NDAs).
• Provide strategic legal advice to the leadership team on matters of regulatory compliance, risk management, and non-profit governance.
• Stay abreast of changes in relevant laws (especially data privacy and health-tech) and advise the Trust on necessary policy updates.

Who You Are (Skills & Qualifications):

We are looking for an experienced and mission-aligned legal professional.

Must-Have Qualifications:

• Educational Background:

  LL.B. is mandatory.

  An LL.M. with a specialization in Technology, Health, or Corporate Law is highly preferred. Must be registered with the Bar Council of India.

• Professional Experience:

  3-7+ years of legal experience with a demonstrated track record in the following areas:
• Data Privacy Law (with specific expertise in the DPDP Act, 2023).
• Drafting and negotiating commercial and non-profit agreements (MoUs, etc.).
• Healthcare or Health-Tech Law.
• NGO/Trust compliance and governance.

Key Skills & Attributes:

• Hard Skills:

  Exceptional legal drafting and negotiation skills are non-negotiable. Deep knowledge of Indian contract law, data privacy law, and non-profit regulations.

• Soft Skills:

  A pragmatic, business-minded approach to law. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. The ability to provide clear, actionable advice to a non-legal team. A genuine passion for social impact.

Why Join HSNFT?

• Be the Legal Architect for a High-Impact Mission:

  This is a unique opportunity to work on the legal backbone for an innovative organization from its foundational stage.

• Flexible, High-Impact Engagement:

  Make a significant contribution to a life-saving mission on a part-time, flexible basis that respects your professional autonomy.

• Work at the Forefront of Health-Tech & Law:

  Tackle cutting-edge legal challenges at the intersection of AI, data privacy, and public health.