Details of the Organization

YES BANK is a leading Indian private sector bank committed to transforming the financial landscape of India. With over 1200 branches nationwide and a dedicated team, the bank delivers banking solutions to individuals, businesses, and communities.

Details of the Job/Internship

YES BANK is hiring an Assistant Legal Counsel with experience of 2–5 years to join their office in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

Role and Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, agreements, MOUs, NDAs, and other legal documents.
• Supporting business teams in structuring transactions to ensure legal compliance and risk mitigation.
• Providing day-to-day legal advice to business units, operations, HR, risk, and compliance teams.
• Interpreting laws, regulations, and RBI guidelines applicable to banking products and services.
• Assisting in managing litigation, arbitration, and regulatory proceedings.
• Coordinating with external counsel, preparing case briefs, and supporting legal strategy.
• Ensuring compliance with banking laws, RBI directions, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitoring changes in laws and advising management on implications.
• Identifying legal risks in business proposals and suggesting mitigating measures.
• Assisting in drafting and implementing legal policies, processes, and standard templates.
• Liaising with regulators, law firms, and statutory authorities.
• Building partnerships with internal stakeholders by providing timely legal solutions.

Eligibility

• LL.B. (mandatory).
• LL.M. preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in a bank, NBFC, law firm, or corporate legal department, preferably with exposure to banking or financial services.
• Strong knowledge of banking and financial laws, including the Banking Regulation Act, RBI regulations, Companies Act, and Contract Act.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments under tight deadlines.
• Problem-solving mindset with focus on risk mitigation.

Salary/Stipend

Compensation details will be finalized during the interview process with the selected candidate.

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

India

State

Maharashtra

Address

Mumbai Metropolitan Region, Maharashtra.

Application and Registration Details

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