Legal Jobs – 14th August, 2021

Associates ,MDP & Partners, Advocates & Solicitors, Mumbai (PQE- 2-3 Years)

About the MDP & Partners, Advocates & Solicitors

MDP & Partners was founded in 1973 as M. Dhruva & Co. to establish an institutional law firm based on the highest standards of legal competence. A full service law firm, the Firm is particularly known for its expertise in the areas of Arbitration & litigation, Insolvency, Real Estate, Project Finance, Corporate & Commercial laws, Media, IP and Estate, Trust and related laws.

How to apply:

Eligible candidates can send their CV to dhruvi@mdppartners.com

Legal Position, LEXLABS, New Delhi (PQE-  0 – 2 Years)

About LEXLABS

Lexlabs is a new age law firm founded in 2016 with the endeavor to deliver legal and strategic solutions to businesses and build a healthy and successful relationship with their clients.

Requirements:

• The ideal candidate should have strong communication and interpersonal skills with a PQE of 0 – 2 years.
• The candidate shall be expected to assist our team with corporate advisories, due diligence and contract drafting.

How to apply:

Interested candidates may drop a comment and send their résumé at admin@lexlabs.xyz. 

Associate/Senior Associate,Vahura, New Delhi(PQE- 3-5 Years)

About the company:

Vahura is India’s leading legal search and consulting firm. Set up by alumnus of the National Law School, Bangalore, our mission is to creatively catalyse the advancement of the legal profession.

About the job

Our client, a Tier-1 Law Firm, are looking for an Associate/Senior Associate to join their team in Delhi NCR.

Requirements

• The professional should have 3-5 years PQE,
• Possess an LL.M from a reputed foreign university.
• Seasoned experience in Dispute Resolution.

How to apply:

Interested professionals can email Aishwarya@Vahura.com for a confidential, detailed conversation.

Legal Professional, HT Media Ltd,New Delhi(PQE – 4-7 Years)

About HT Media Ltd

India is evolving, so is HT Media We’ve stayed relevant to the evolving idea of India from 1924 to now. Our ideas have influenced culture, our journalism has shaped public opinion and our properties have played a key role in the life of evolving Indians. Our new ambitions are forged with our uncompromising values. People Centricity, Continuous Self-Renewal, Courage, Responsibility and Empowerment. We strongly believe in the First Voice, Last Word.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Drafting and negotiating the legal agreements for equity deals, investments into companies, real estate transactions.-
• Reviewing legal agreements with Legal Counsel as per business requirements.-
• Experience in Due Diligence from legal perspective.-
• Experience in M&A would be an added advantage-
• Reviewing of Real Estate purchase, registration, and rent agreements

Qualification

• LLB/LLM
• Experience
• 4-7 years.
• Must have a very strong contract drafting and negotiation experience.
• Sound knowledge of Corporate Laws, Companies Act, SEBI, ICDR Regulations and other related Laws 

How to Apply:

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Assistant Legal Counsel, Global Legal Services (GLS)-HSBC, Bangalore (PQE – 2+ Years)

About Global Legal Services (GLS)– HSBC

Global Legal Services (GLS) provides advice, guidance and support to Global Banking and Markets by negotiating and executing traded master documentation such as the ISDA Master Agreement and Credit Support Annex (foreign exchange and derivatives trading), the Global Master Repurchase Agreement or Master Repurchase Agreement (repo trading) and the Global Master Securities Lending Agreement (securities lending/borrowing) and other industry-standard documentation.

Responsibilities:

• To undertake end to end negotiation and execution of Traded Market Documents such as ISDA Master Agreement, CSA, AFMA, GMRA, GMSLA, CDEA, Compensation Agreements, Guarantees, FX Give Up notices and other related documents.
• To undertake a detailed check of the constitutional documents for each type of counterparty based on the jurisdiction of the counterparty. This involves examining the constitutional documents, keeping in mind the home jurisdiction of the counterparty and prevailing laws across various geographies around the globe.
• Each individual will be responsible for each case received until its completion. Individually all staff have to display team work for efficient completion of work.
• The individual will be responsible for updating all the internal database in a timely manner
• Timely, consistent and accurate coding, recording, and storage of traded market documentation information in accordance with Group and local policies.
• Work will require quick turnaround time, involves frequent chasing and follow up with severe ownership implications.
• Must be able to coordinate and interact effectively between various departments across GBM which includes critical stake holders.
• Perform enhanced research by utilizing legal and analytical skills
• To strive for excellence in customer service.
• Understand and comply with all relevant policies and procedures issued by the Group and contained with the Group Standards Manual and relevant Functional Manuals, Desk Instructions Books and Process Guides.
• Need to implement the Group Compliance Policy, as applicable to their role.
• All Mandatory Training Modules are taken up with right earnest and completed within the stipulated timelines.

Desired Qualifications/Experience:

• Law degree from a recognized Law College/University in India or Overseas
• 2 years’ experience working in a legal process involving drafting/vetting agreements/contracts
• Proven skills in drafting agreements/contracts
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Excellent time management and prioritization and multi-tasking skills
• Good interpretation, analytical & judgmental skills
• Ability to effectively develop a rapport across a wide range of people across all related functions
• Required to be detail oriented and must have exceptional attention to detail skill
• Personal drive to provide excellent customer service and achieve customer delight
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and personal ownership
• Must be a good as a team player as well as individual contributor
• Ability to effectively communicate with the Legal team and 3rd Party Relationship Managers
• Understanding of Common Law, especially with regard to the UK

How to apply:

Interested candidates can apply here.

Regulatory Counsel,Stripe,Bangalore (PQE – 10+ Years)

About the organization:

Stripe is a technology company that builds economic infrastructure for the internet.Stripe is both a technology company and a financial services company, and you will need to be comfortable straddling both of those worlds every day. The right person for the role will enjoy solving that puzzle, seeking creative solutions and moving quickly, often in the face of ambiguity.

Responsibilites:

• Develop and execute regulatory strategy, including engaging with key regulators
• Support the partnerships team in developing relationships with key financial partners and structuring partnership arrangements
• Counsel the Stripe product and business teams on a range of issues in India, including payments and financial regulatory frameworks, market expansion, consumer protection, internet regulations, data protection and other legal matters
• Serve as the main point of contact for all regulatory and legal matters in India
• Draft and implement policies, procedures, processes, systems, governance and internal controls for a regulatory compliance program, to ensure licensing commitments and legal conditions are met
• Actively collaborate with a wide variety of teams at Stripe, including product, engineering, partnerships, compliance, and marketing, on a range of issues related to market expansion, regulatory compliance, product development and commercialization
• Help build scalable and effective processes for legal review and launch of products in India
• Manage outside counsel in India to ensure timely and knowledgeable support of critical matters
• Participate as a proactive business partner to senior managers and build a trusted advisor relationship.

Eligibility:

• A law degree
• Native level local language fluency and excellent English proficiency
• A minimum of 10 years combined relevant experience in a top law firm, government agency, and/or in-house legal team, preferably working on the legal and regulatory matters in the financial services space
• A passion for technology and ability to understand complex business models and product use cases quickly
• Strong communication (both written and verbal)
• Experience working on cross-border matters and working across different cultures
• Excellent project management skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under tight deadlines
• Excellent judgment, ability to navigate ambiguity and evolving regulatory spaces, and provide practical, solutions-oriented legal advice

How to apply:
Interested candidates can apply here.

Assitant Legal Advisor,Yulu, Bangalore (PQE – 3+ Years)

About Yulu

Yulu is the leading shared micro-mobility service provider using electric two-wheelers to reduce traffic congestion and air pollution in urban India.

About the job

Our legal work is cutting edge and always evolving, so it will be up to you to continuously assess and advise on legal issues using a creative and pragmatic approach in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Advice on Companies Act, FEMA, and other commercial laws including Intellectual property, Labour and other relevant laws applicable in running Mobility operations especially in Start-up environments.
• Draft and/or review legal letters, contracts, and agreements and monitor legal obligations under agreements to ensure compliance, as requested. Liaise with and assist external Counsel in the discharge of their obligations
• Research and prepare legal opinions on various civil matters including claims for compensation against the Company.
• Maintain database of the status of all court matters involving the Company.
• Work as a point of contact for lawyers and legal advisors
• Assist in the formulation, implementation, and/or amendment of organization policies.
• Provide sound legal advice to the organization and make recommendations to Management as necessary.
• Submit monthly work reports to Management.
• Deal with all legal matters for the Company (secretarial work as well)
• Deal with all trademark & IP issues
• Responsible for compliances & communication
• Keep an eye on the latest policy changes in the Mobility and EV space
• Responsible for drafting/reviewing of all kinds of contracts, agreements, MOUs, NDA, etc
• Support in Fundraising ensuring all regulatory approvals and compliances including Equity raise
• Work with external lawyers for all litigation matters, legal notices -criminal/ arbitration/civil matters/NCLT matters including taking regular updates, assist in forming litigation strategy. Vetting complaints, replies, rejoinders, written statements for litigation

Eligibility:

• Qualification from a top-tier law school with 3+ years practicing law at a leading law firm or in-house
• Familiarity with Internet, software, and/or business industries and the legal and regulatory environment
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities, judgment, communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, rapidly-evolving workplace
• Highest standards of ethics and professional integrity and
• Must be able to travel as necessary

How to Apply:

Interested candidates can apply here.

Associate in New Delhi for litigation and research work,Delhi(PQE- 1+ Years)

Eligibility:

• The candidate should have a high rank from university/institute of repute and should have excellent command over language and should also have published articles in reputed journals.
• Candidate over 1-2 years previous experience would be preferred.
• Remuneration/stipend flexible as per industry standards.

How to apply:

Interested candidates can contact office@pragyansharma.com

Vacancy at Handoo and Handoo Legal Consultants LLP, New Delhi

How to Apply:

Please e-mail CV at ashwin@handooandhandoo.com

Advocates,DM Associates, Mumbai, MH (PQE- 1-2 Years)

About the job

DM Associates, a law firm based in Mumbai (Fort), is looking for Advocates with 1-2 years of PQE, handling real estate due diligence transactions and documentation. Candidates should possess good knowledge of land laws, communication and drafting skills.

How to Apply:

Candidates may email their resume/ Cv`s to dhiraj@dmassociates.info.

Only experienced Advocates in Real Estate to apply. no freshers nor advocates having litigation experience should apply.

Associate, GLG, Gurgaon,India (PQE- 2+ Years)

About the job

GLG seeks a lawyer to join the Company’s legal department in Gurugram, India. This candidate will be highly organized, efficient, proactive, impeccably trustworthy, and resourceful.

Responsibilities:

• together with other team members, enforce processes to ensure the highest legal and compliance standards are met in all aspects of the business
• manage various legal queues and assign/escalate appropriate issues to other team members
• draft standard client and vendor contracts for the Company and conduct regulatory research
• team with other legal department lawyers and non-lawyer personnel to ensure timely execution of legal and compliance related administrative tasks for the Company including fulfillment of requests for due diligence questionnaires, vendor forms, form letters, etc.
• manage contracts with clients, experts and their institutions, and vendors including contract version control, execution process and contract filing
• work closely with multiple business segments, including Business Development and Client Solutions.

Eligibilty:

• Law degree (LL.B. or higher) from a reputable law university, with demonstrated excellent academic performance
• Minimum 2 years’ experience preferably with a multi-national company
• Must be fluent in MS office and comfortable with new technology. Prior experience of working on Salesforce platform would be an added advantage
• Excellent written and oral English communication skills

How to Apply:

Apply Here

Legal Associate,Mainstream Technologies India Pvt. Ltd,Gurgaon,Mumbai (PQE- 6-9 Years)

About the company

MainStream Technologies came into being in the year 2000 when a team of professionals having wide-range of experience in IT, IT-Training, Financial Services and Staffing Solutions saw the inherent need for organized expertise in this critical area. MainStream Technologies (I) Pvt. Ltd. provides Recruitment, Training, HR, Management & Financial Consultancy to various corporate across the country & overseas.

Responsibilities:

• Drafting and negotiating amongst others, ISDA Master Agreements, Credit Support documents, Global Master Repurchase Agreements, Prime Brokerage Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements and all other relevant documentation and subsequent amendments, for clients in the APAC region.
• • Reviewing constitutional documents and ensuring that all requisite corporate consents and approvals are in place prior to finalization of agreements and subsequent trading.
• • Liaising and coordinating with the Risk Division of bank and other internal departments as necessary.
• • Building a strong relationship with the client, understanding their needs and business operations and working very closely with clients to improve their satisfaction.

Eligibilty:

• Law Degree or Commonwealth qualified lawyer or solicitor.
• 6 to 9 years year of PQE in financial products or commercial contracts drafting and negotiations.
• Previous derivatives documentation or general corporate experience gained in a law firm or in-house will be an advantage.

How to Apply:

Apply Here

Legal Assistant,ELEMENTS GLOBAL SERVICES,Gurgaon,Mumbai (PQE- 6-9 Years)

About the company

Elements Global Services is an award-winning HR Technology and Services Company revolutionizing the way employers expand and manage employees internationally. Our mission is simple. To simplify global expansion through a revolutionary technology that removes the barriers of globalization to give our customers the speed to market to EXPAND their business, ONBOARD employees, MANAGE compliance, and PAY worldwide! Global expansion is becoming more and more a part of the modern workplace, and with that comes things like remote work and spread-out teams. As Elements is a truly global company, we take care of our client’s employees worldwide. From Chicago to Manila, from Johannesburg to Delhi and Hong Kong, we provide top-class benefits to all the employees we serve every day. With offices all around the world and teams spread out between multiple time zones, you too can benefit from the “Glocal” team strategy, giving our employees the flexibility, they need to do their very best work the best way they can.

About the position

A revolution cannot be done alone, and we need the best and brightest talent to continue our growth into the new modern workplace. We are looking to expand our team by hiring a new Legal Assistant, a team player who is ready to make the role their own and bring their own ideas and innovations to the table. Reporting to the Regional Employment Law Manager, you will be supporting our Employment Law team in all employment law aspects related to the onboarding, lifecycle changes and exits of employees in the region.

Responsibilities:

• Reviewing, updating and/or drafting contracts of employment, employment related documentation.
• Supporting the Regional Employment Law Manager with drafting, advice, research and/or reviews of employment termination documents, processes and/or advices.
• Working with internal stakeholders on employment law related matters.
• Reviewing, updating, and/or drafting policies for the workplace.
• Responding to legal information requests related to employment law in the region.
• Supporting with any administrative or process-driven tasks related to the employment law department.
• Keeping internal stakeholders apprised of developments in the employment and employment related laws from time to time in the region.

Eligibilty:

• A lawyer licensed within the region.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience practising as an employment lawyer.
• Strong command of employment laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communications.

How to Apply:

For more info and how to apply click Here