Legal Manager

Vertelo
is an 'Integrated Fleet Electrification Solution' Provider backed by
Macquarie
and
Green Climate Fund.

As a key player in India's EV transformation, our platform offers integrated solutions, including leasing and financing, charging infrastructure, fleet management services, and end-of-life asset management. We are proud to have already forged key partnerships with industry leaders to increase access to clean, efficient, and sustainable transport.

Vertelo has received anchor investment from the Green Climate Fund which has committed to invest up to $US 200 million and $US205million from institutional investors. Overall, Vertelo plans to invest $US 1.5 billion over 10 years with the aim to achieve a potential greenhouse gas emissions reduction of ~9.5 MtCO2e.

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At
Vertelo
, we are building a strong legal and compliance framework to support our ambitious growth plans and ensure robust governance across all business functions. To strengthen our team, we are seeking a proactive and experienced
Legal Manager
with a strong foundation in corporate and commercial law, particularly within the NBFC, automotive, or leasing sectors.

About the Role
: This role will be responsible for managing legal matters related to our business operations, including contract drafting and negotiation, legal advisory, compliance with regulatory frameworks, and supporting key transactions. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in legal documentation and regulatory compliance within the NBFC or leasing environment and possess the ability to partner effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities
include (but are not limited to):

Contracts & Transactions

• Draft, vet, and negotiate operating lease agreements, annual maintenance contracts, supply/OEM agreements, master service agreements, charging infrastructure agreements, EPC contracts, Operation and Maintenance contracts, MoUs, NDAs, and term sheets
• Handle end-to-end transaction documentation for vehicle leasing, charging infra partnerships, and fleet management contracts
• Collaborate with internal teams (finance, business, credit, ops) for structuring transactions

Regulatory & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws – Companies Act, RBI/SEBI regulations (if NBFC), motor vehicle laws, environmental norms, FAME/PLI schemes, etc.
• Support policy implementation

Legal Risk & Governance

• Identify legal risks across the value chain – from procurement to customer onboarding
• Maintain contract database, contingent liability register, intellectual property rights management and compliance checklist
• Support due diligence and investor/lender legal queries

Competencies:

• Experience in
  operating lease
  , asset financing, NBFC documentation, and regulatory frameworks (RBI, MCA, SEBI)
• Strong experience in
  contract drafting, transaction negotiation, and legal due diligence
• Knowledge of
  corporate law, contract law, concepts of operating and financial leases
• Familiarity with EV ecosystem (OEM/vendor contracts, charging infra, PLI, FAME, green mobility regulations) is preferred
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a small but growing team in a start-up style / dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to effectively communicate safety concepts and principles to all levels of the organization

Education and work experience:
:

• LL.B. from a reputed law school/university (mandatory)
• LL.M. and/or CS qualification (preferred but not mandatory)
• 6–8 years of relevant legal experience, including minimum 2 years of law firm experience or in house experience of NBFC/automotive/leasing sector exposure.

If you are a self-driven legal professional with a strong understanding of corporate and regulatory frameworks, and are excited to work in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment, we encourage you to share your updated CV with us