Details of the Organization

The Artha Group is synonymous with innovation. They aim to revolutionize the energy and entrepreneurial sectors with our companies. 

Details of the Job/Internship

Artha Group is hiring for the position of Legal Associate with 4+ years of experience to join their office in Mumbai. 

• Total Annual Package: ₹21,00,000
• Fixed Salary: ₹18,00,000
• Annual Retention Bonus: ₹3,00,000 

Role and Responsibilities

Investment Agreements & Structuring

• Review, negotiate, and finalize Shareholders’ Agreements (SHAs), Share Subscription Agreements (SSAs), and other investment-related documents prior to execution.
• Safeguard Artha’s investor rights and ensure robust legal protections in all investment agreements.
• Partner with the investment team to structure deals that are legally compliant and commercially sound.
• Collaborate with external counsel on complex structuring, governance issues, and enforcement of investor rights.

Contract Drafting, Review & Negotiation

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including service-level agreements, vendor contracts, and partnership documents.
• Ensure that contracts protect Artha’s business interests, minimize legal exposure, and align with compliance standards.
• Conduct legal due diligence to identify and address risks and obligations in contract execution.

Legal Governance & Risk Management

• Maintain a centralized legal tracker for ongoing legal matters, compliance deadlines, and regulatory filings.
• Coordinate with external litigators to manage disputes effectively (note: this role does not include court appearances).
• Identify and proactively mitigate legal risks across investments, fund operations, and contracts.
• Advise internal stakeholders on legal considerations to ensure alignment with corporate governance best practices.

Strategic Legal Support & Time Optimization

• Filter and prioritize legal issues to ensure the Founder and senior leadership are only involved in high-impact decisions.
• Manage multiple transactions under tight deadlines, delivering fast and precise legal solutions.
• Serve as a trusted legal advisor during deal negotiations, ensuring terms are favorable and risk-minimized.

Eligibility

• LL. B or LL.M from a recognized law school. 
• Bar Admission (LLP required) to practice law in India. 
• 4+ years of experience in venture capital, private equity, or corporate finance legal work. 
• Deep expertise in venture capital transactions, including SHAs, SSAs, convertible notes, and investment rights. 
• Proficiency in contract negotiation, investment structuring, and regulatory compliance. 
• Strong business writing skills with the ability to draft precise, enforceable legal documents. 
• Highly structured, execution-driven, and data-oriented, with a relentless focus on accuracy and legal risk management. 

Salary/Stipend

₹18,00,000

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

India

Address

5 Surya Mahal, Burjoji Bharucha Marg, Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai, State 400001, IN.

Application and Registration Details

Once you apply, the next steps in the application process will be sent to you via e-mail.

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