Senior Legal Associate

Who are we: Turbostart is not just a startup fund and accelerator, we are a catalyst for builders and a powerhouse of innovation. Our mission is to propel early-stage startups into the future by providing unparalleled support in technology, marketing, strategy, and beyond. We're in the business of building tomorrow's leaders - today. After 5 Years and 5 Funds we have supported over 50 startups, spanning sectors, stages and geographies - and this is just the beginning Turbostart spans India, the Middle East, the US as well as Singapore - giving you the opportunity to gain exposure and see the impact of your work ripple across regions. Turbostart has also launched 5 Centers of Excellence across Tech, Marketing, Sales, UI/UX and Investment Banking to support the growth of our startup network. Know more about us on https://turbostart.co/ We are looking for sharp energetic minds to join our rapidly growing ecosystem and help take Turbostart and its portfolio companies to new heights What we are looking for: Role: Senior Legal Associate As a Senior Legal Associate, you will play a pivotal role in managing the entire lifecycle of Private Equity (PE) and Venture Capital (VC) investment transactions while also overseeing critical legal and regulatory functions. This is a high-impact role requiring a strong foundation in M&A, corporate law, and investment structuring, coupled with experience leading transactions and negotiations independently. A key expectation for this role is prior experience with Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), specifically in Category I (CAT I) AIF regulatory compliances. You will be responsible for ensuring that all fund-related activities align with SEBI regulations and other applicable legal frameworks. Location: Bangalore Experience Required: 4-6 years experience in a tier I or tier II law firm What you’ll do: - Manage End-to-End Transactions: Lead and execute PE/VC investment transactions, including structuring, due diligence, drafting and negotiating transaction documents (SHA, SSA, SPAs, etc.), and closing support. - Regulatory Compliance – AIF CAT I Funds: Ensure ongoing compliance with SEBI AIF Regulations for Category I funds, including regulatory filings, reporting obligations, governance standards, and investor disclosures. - Investment Documents Drafting & Negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including investment agreements, shareholder agreements, joint venture agreements, securities subscription agreements, share purchase agreements, term-sheets and related corporate documents. - Other Commercial Contract Drafting & Negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial agreements, including Master Service Agreements, Customer and Vendor Agreements, License Agreements, IP Agreements, SAAS Agreements, Purchase Orders, and Proposals. - Stakeholder Management: Interface and collaborate with internal business teams, external counsel, investors, and portfolio companies to manage transaction milestones and ongoing legal needs. - Fund Documentation Support: Assist in drafting, reviewing, and maintaining fund formation documents such as PPMs (Private Placement Memorandums), contribution agreements, and other investor-related documents. - Regulatory and Corporate Advisory: Provide advisory support on Companies Act, FEMA, SEBI, and other relevant corporate and securities laws impacting fund and investment operations. Our ideal candidate: - Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B.); additional qualifications like CS, LLM, or certifications in Securities Laws would be an advantage. - 4 – 6 years of post-qualification experience in a leading tier 1 or tier 2 corporate law firm, AIF fund house, or corporate legal team handling PE/VC transactions. - Mandatory experience in AIF Category I fund compliance and regulatory management. - Experience in conducting Due-Diligence on target companies for PE/VC investment transactions - Strong technical understanding of corporate law, securities law, and M&A. - Excellent drafting, negotiation, and legal structuring skills for M&A and PE/VC investment transactions. - General corporate experience in advisory and vetting/ drafting of commercial agreements - Ability to manage multiple transactions/projects simultaneously with minimal supervision. - High degree of ownership, attention to detail, and strong business judgment. - Prior experience interacting with regulatory bodies (SEBI, RBI) will be an added advantage. - Excellent written and verbal communication. - Eye for detail.