Senior Associate

Advisory & Counsel

• Legal Research & Analysis: Conduct in-depth legal research on complex matters, providing expert analysis and interpretation of laws and regulations.
• Contract Review & Drafting: Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of high-stakes legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and other corporate documentation.
• Risk Management: Identify and assess legal risks associated with business operations and transactions, advising on strategies to mitigate these risks effectively.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the client company complies with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements, advising on best practices and changes in the legal landscape.
• Advisory Role: Serve as a trusted legal advisor to client company’s senior management and business units, offering counsel on a wide range of legal issues and strategic initiatives.

• M&A Transactions: Provide legal support for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures, including due diligence, contract negotiation, and transaction structuring.
• Strategic Counsel: Offer strategic legal advice on corporate governance, business strategy, and potential acquisitions, ensuring alignment with the client company’s long-term objectives.
• Deal Execution: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute M&A transactions, ensuring all legal aspects are addressed and risks are mitigated.
• Post-Merger Integration: Support the integration process post-merger or acquisition, addressing any legal issues that arise and ensuring a smooth transition.

Legal Operations

• Process Optimization: Develop and implement processes to enhance the efficiency of the legal functions of the client company, including document management, workflow automation, and reporting systems.
• Legal Operations Management: Oversee the operational aspects of the client company’s legal department, including budgeting, resource allocation, and vendor management.
• Technology Integration: Leverage legal tech solutions to streamline operations, improve data management, and enhance overall departmental performance.
• Training & Development: Lead the development and delivery of legal training programs for client company’s employees, ensuring they are well-informed about legal and compliance matters.
• Project Leadership: Manage and lead complex legal projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with business goals.

• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with other departments within the client company such as Finance, HR, Compliance, and Operations to provide integrated legal support.
• External Relations: Liaise with external counsel, regulatory authorities, and other third parties as necessary to support complex legal matters.
• Stakeholder Reporting: Prepare and present detailed reports and legal analyses to client company’s senior management and stakeholders, offering clear and actionable insights.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) required; advanced legal degree (LLM or equivalent) or relevant certifications in M&A or corporate law preferred.
• Experience: 5-8 years of experience in a legal role, with a strong focus on corporate law, M&A, and legal operations. In-house counsel experience is highly desirable.

Skills

• Expertise in M&A, corporate law, and strategic legal advisory.
• Advanced contract drafting, negotiation, and review skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and legal technology solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and align legal advice with business objectives.
• Leadership: Strong leadership skills, capable of managing projects and guiding teams.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in legal documentation and analysis.
• Ethical Judgment: Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of legal ethics and integrity.
• Time Management: Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines.

• Leadership Role: Opportunity to take on a leadership role within a dynamic and growing legal team.
• Professional Growth: Access to ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Strategic Impact: Make a significant impact on the company’s growth and strategic direction through expert legal advice.
• Competitive Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits package tailored to attract top talent.