Senior Associate - Corporate M&A (Advisory)

Hiring for Senior Associate for Corporate M&A (Advisory) team at Hyderabad Qualification & Experience:

• A five-year law degree from a reputed university with a good academic record. ( Added advantage: CA/CS )
• 4-5 years of experience in the corporate practice of a well reputed law firm(s) or a mix of law firm experience and in-house experience.

• Understanding of general corporate laws, including, Companies Act, 2013, Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999, Competition Act, 2002, Indian Contracts Act, 1872, Securities Exchange Board of India (SEBI) laws, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) regulations, Industrial and Labour Law(s), Data Protection Laws, Legal Metrology Act, 2010 and substantive laws for dispute resolution mechanisms.
• Worked as team member on large or medium sized assignments/transactions with a team of associates, worked on joint ventures, M&A, private equity, restructuring, agreements. Understanding of what needs review in a due diligence exercise, submit reports based on check lists for preparation of a full report within a limited time.
• Up to date knowledge of current case law on transactions and changing regulations. Able to research and draft first cut opinions in corporate law areas. Ability to draft and mark-up +version control of agreements on the above subjects.

• Good team player.
• Excellent communication skills (moot court or litigation experience useful).
• Fast turnaround time and attention to detail.
• Analytical ability- able to analyze laws and apply the same for practical use.
• Tech savvy, able to use computer efficiently, social media and e-commerce mechanisms.
• Excellent research skills can actively participate in Knowledge Management and ability to write articles and papers.
• High level of integrity, honesty and commitment to work ethics and conforms to Firm’s policies.
• Ability to prepare for and assist in business development activities.
• Able to guide/mentor.
• Commercial acumen (business lawyer).