Assistant- Legal Affairs

6 days ago


Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation, India Nexus Power Full time ₹ 9,00,000 - ₹ 12,00,000 per year
We are a 360-degree energy innovations startup dedicated to advancing sustainable energy solutions.
To strengthen our compliance and governance framework, We are looking for a full-time Assistant – Legal Affairs to be part of our core team, responsible for managing all legal and compliance requirements within the company.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to corporate law, contracts, and compliance in a fast-paced startup environment.

As an Assistant – Legal Affairs, you will play a key role in legal vetting, compliance management, and supporting the organization in intellectual property (IP) and contract-related matters.

Key Responsibilities  

  • Assist in drafting, reviewing, and vetting contracts including SHAs, NDAs, NCAs, vendor agreements, and service contracts.

  • Assist in registering and protecting company trademarks, copyrights, patents, and trade secrets.

  • Ensure organizational compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

  • Conduct legal vetting of documents to safeguard the company's interests.

  • Support in managing and protecting the company's Intellectual Property (IP) portfolio.

  • Ensure compliance with corporate, labour, startup, and industry-specific regulations (e.g., Shops & Establishments Act, Startup India, DPIIT, etc.).

  • Conduct legal research on corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters to support business operations.

  • Liaise with external counsel, regulators, and statutory authorities to ensure compliance and effective resolution of legal matters.

  • Assist in creating and updating internal legal policies, compliance processes, and governance practices.

  • Maintain organized legal documentation and contract databases.

  • Provide timely legal support to different departments to ensure smooth business operations.

  • Conduct legal research on statutes, regulations, and relevant clauses under law to support negotiation and advisory work.

  • Uphold the highest ethical standards in all interactions with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.

  • Stay informed about changes in laws, regulations, and legal precedents relevant to the company.

  • Conduct thorough research on regulatory requirements and licences for internal and cross-border operations.

Requirements

Requirements  

  • B.A., LL.B. (Integrated) / LLM. from a recognized university.

  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in corporate law, contracts, or compliance.

  • Must not be enrolled as a member of any State Bar Council, as this is an internal counsel (in-house) position in accordance with applicable law.

  • Strong understanding of legal compliance, contract vetting, and intellectual property (IP).

  • Familiarity with corporate agreements such as SHA, NDA, and NCA.

  • Good research and drafting skills.

  • Strong organizational and documentation abilities.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to work proactively in a fast-paced startup environment.

  • Strong legal writing and drafting skills for contracts

  • Flexibility and adaptability to handle diverse legal matters and changing priorities.

  • Proficient in legal research tools, document management systems, and other relevant legal software.

  • Basic negotiation skills for drafting and negotiating contracts or settlements.

  • Ability to navigate and resolve conflicts in legal matters.

 Major Skills & Regulatory Knowledge  

  • Strong understanding of corporate and commercial law, contract vetting, and intellectual property law.

  • Knowledge of key Indian regulations: Companies Act, 2013, Labour Laws, Shops & Establishments Act, Startup India & DPIIT guidelines, environmental and energy-sector regulations, and data privacy/data protection laws.

  • Proficiency in legal research tools, document management systems, and drafting of complex agreements.

  • Ability to negotiate and resolve conflicts in contracts or settlements.

  • Excellent legal writing, analytical, and advisory skills.

  • High level of integrity and professional ethics.

Benefits

Benefits  

Benefits will include:

  • Provident Fund

  • Health Insurance

  • Generous paid time off

  • Professional development opportunities

  • Recognition and awards

Application Process  

  • Carefully read the JD and apply on the respective job portal.

  • On receipt of the application, the HR Team shall send a quick questionnaire to move forward in the evaluation process.

  • Shortlisted candidates will undergo a Personal Interview and skill test.

  • Selected candidates shall be informed via mail directly by the HR Team, followed by orientation.

  • Post intimation and offer letter dispatch, the onboarding process will begin and job roles will be assigned.


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