We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Associate to join our Corporate Law and M&A/ PE practice.
The successful candidate will play a key role in advising and representing clients on a wide range of corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity and venture capital transactions, due diligences, and general corporate advisory.
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned legal professional to contribute to our firms growth and success.
Responsibilities
The successful applicant should:
Lead and manage corporate transactions, including investments (cross border and domestic), private equity transactions, venture capital transactions, joint ventures, and other business combinations.
Lead the corporate team and carry out due diligences with minimal partner supervision.
Provide strategic legal advice on general corporate matters including relevant sectoral laws and applicable regulations.
Draft general corporate and commercial contracts including but not limited to Service Agreements, NDAs, MSAs, software license agreements, supply agreements, etc
Liaise with clients, regulatory authorities, and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth transaction processes.
Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends to provide proactive and informed advice to clients.
Mentor and supervise associates, ensuring high-quality legal work and professional development.
Should have a strong work ethic and maintain strict adherence to internal and external timelines.
Essential Criteria:
Qualified LLB or LLM or both from a premier law school in India or abroad (qualified to work in India).
At least 5 years of demonstrated success across M&A, PE/VC transactions with a nationally recognised law firm.
Solution oriented approach with proven ability to close transactions independently with minimal to no partner supervision.
Drive for technical superiority by staying abreast of developments in the law and to be the go-to subject matter expert.
Solid understanding on wide range of complex laws within the Corporate and M&A practice area and a drive to build on this knowledge.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to effectively manage competing priorities.
Strong judgment and ability to make we'll-reasoned independent decisions.
Advanced understanding of strategic market collaborations and how the firm can leverage themselves into building and fostering healthy client relationships.
Strong interpersonal skills, including a pleasant nature and the ability to influence others.