Legal Specialist at Fintech Pioneer · Delhi, Gurugram, Noida · 3 - 5 years · ₹10L - ₹12L / yr · Posted 24 Feb 2022
What you will do:
- Reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements and legal documents ensuring the company’s interests are fully protected in all contracts entered into
- Providing timely and commercially sound guidance and advice to management on all regulatory matters
- Executing of Legal Contracts & Agreements of all types and nature viz. vendor, purchase contracts, rental, sale deeds, NDAs, consultancy contracts, technology licensing, manpower related, etc.
- Implementing corporate actions like buyback, incorporation, restructuring, mergers or other similar activities
- Preparing for and conducting Board and general meetings, minutes & proceedings of Board & general meetings; maintaining other statutory registers
- Filing of various forms, resolutions, and returns under the Companies Act, correspondence, and filing returns with various statutory authorities
- Preparing and circulating circular resolutions for board and committee approval from time to time
- Recommending changes to processes and procedures to reduce compliance risk and raising operational standards
- Assisting auditors by providing required clarifications and compliance of audit requirements as well as implementation of audit observations
- Assisting management with legal aspects of Fraud management
- Assisting with communication with government agencies seeking information regarding possible fraud cases
- Handling customer complaints and consumer legal notices and taking initiative for amicable settlement of the same
What you need to have:
- Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) from a reputed college
- Membership of the Institute of Companies Secretaries of India
- 3 to 5 years experience in a regulated financial firm
- Experience in B2B and B2C financial institutions, fintech companies, and credit institutions
- Expertise in Indian laws and regulations concerning payments products such as credit cards, debit cards, direct debit, eMoney, consumer credit, and alternative payment methods
- Excellent oral, written and business communication skills in English
- Ability to provide independent advice to senior level management on highly technical matters with proper analysis
- Knowledge of and experience with laws dealing with government and/or commercial contract administration, particularly contract negotiation, preparation, and administration
- Good planning and organizational skills
- Proven ability to delicately solve sensitive matters
- Ability to establish effective working relationships throughout the Company
- Ability to accurately proofread and correct documents
- Ability to set priorities and work under pressure
- Ability to prepare reports, research and explore assigned tasks
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Job Title: Senior Law Officer
Company: Soham Renewable Energy India Pvt. Ltd.
Website: http://sohamenergy.in
Experience: 5 to 12 years (any industry)
Joining: Immediate joiners preferred
Location: Bangalore
About the Company
We are thrilled to share a career opportunity with Soham Renewable Energy India Pvt. Ltd. (Soham Energy) – a leading renewable energy company specializing in hydroelectric and solar projects, including one of Southeast Asia’s largest hydro plants near Jog Falls, Karnataka. Through the Soham Foundation, the company is equally committed to sustainability and community development.
Mission: “Powering a sustainable future with clean energy.
Job Summary
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Law Officer to handle day-to-day legal responsibilities and provide comprehensive legal support to the organization. The role involves legal analysis, drafting, advisory, compliance management, and litigation support across multiple legal domains. The candidate will closely assist the Head – Legal in operational and strategic legal matters.
Key Responsibilities
Legal Advisory & Drafting
· Draft, review, and vet legal notices, agreements, contracts, MOUs, deeds, and other legal documents.
· Produce high-quality legal opinions on a wide range of matters.
· Handle legal documentation related to company law, banking law, contract law, and intellectual property rights.
· Draft court documents such as plaintsd, petitions, written statements, objections, affidavits, etc.
· Vet sale deeds, lease agreements, and commercial contracts.
Litigation & Dispute Management
· Assist in handling arbitration proceedings and related documentation.
· Possess detailed knowledge of court proceedings and procedural stages.
Manage and support proceedings before:
Civil and Commercial Courts
· Consumer Forums
· Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC)
· Electricity Appellate Tribunal (APTEL)
Compliance & Regulatory
· Handle all ongoing statutory and legal compliances of the company, including labor and employment laws.
· Review and advise on HR policies to ensure compliance with applicable labor laws.
· Support compliance requirements under electricity laws and sector-specific regulations.
Research & Reporting
· Conduct in-depth legal research on specific subjects and regulatory matters.
· Prepare research notes and legal reports for internal stakeholders and management.
Support to Head – Legal
· Assist the Head – Legal in day-to-day legal operations and strategic initiatives.
· Coordinate with external counsel, law firms, and regulatory authorities when required.
Required Candidate Profile-
Qualifications & Experience
· Law graduate (LLB) from a recognized university.
· Active Bar Council registration is mandatory.
· Experience working in a law firm or corporate legal department (any relevant practice area).
Skills & Knowledge
Strong knowledge of:
· Company Law
· Banking Law
· Law of Contracts
· Intellectual Property Laws
· Electricity Laws (Good to have)
· Experience in agreement drafting and contract negotiation.
· Knowledge of title scrutiny of agricultural land documents and conversion of land from agricultural to non-agricultural use.
· Sound understanding of litigation procedures and regulatory proceedings.
Behavioral Competencies
· Strong communication and comprehension skills.
· Result-oriented with a positive and proactive approach.
· Ability to work independently and handle multiple legal matters simultaneously.
What We Offer
· Competitive compensation
· Opportunity to work with senior leadership
· Stable role with long-term growth potential
Best Regards,
Indrani Dutta
Senior HR Manager
Soham Renewable Energy India Pvt. Ltd.
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Must-have
• LLB or LLM from a recognised institution
• 2–4 years of hands-on corporate / transactional legal experience
• Prior experience in a startup, VC-backed company, or fast-paced legal setup (not just largelaw firms)
• Proven ability to draft and redline contracts independently
• MCA / ROC filings done without supervision
• Strong written English — your documents represent Convosight externally
• Highly organised — zero misses on deadlines and compliance calendars
• Ability to work across teams without needing hand-holding
Good to have
• Experience supporting a fundraise round (Series A / B due diligence preferred)
• Working knowledge of DPDP Act, GDPR basics, or data privacy frameworks
• Exposure to global client contracts (US / EU counterparties) • Basic familiarity with SEBI / FEMA regulations
• Comfortable with DocuSign, contract lifecycle tools, or Notion / Jira for task tracking
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