Exciting Legal Opportunities at Sarvaank Associates in Delhi
Sarvaank Associates, a prominent law firm specializing in corporate legal services, is actively seeking qualified candidates for the roles of Legal Associate and Senior Associate at their New Delhi office. These positions are ideal for legal professionals with substantial experience in corporate law, private equity, venture capital transactions, or mergers and acquisitions (M&A).
Qualifications and Experience
The firm requires candidates to hold a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree from a recognized law school, and an LL.M. or specialization in corporate/commercial law is considered advantageous. Prospective Legal Associates should have 2–3 years of post-qualification experience (PQE), while Senior Associates are expected to possess 3–5 years of relevant experience.
Key Responsibilities
This full-time, on-site role involves a variety of responsibilities pivotal to Sarvaank Associates’ focus on start-ups, private equity, and venture capital endeavors. Selected candidates will be tasked with drafting and reviewing investment documentation, shareholder agreements, commercial contracts, and other related documents. The role also necessitates comprehensive legal research on corporate, regulatory, and data privacy frameworks, along with providing advisory support on private equity/VC investments, fund-related matters, and M&A transactions.
Moreover, the selected legal professionals will assist in due diligence, transaction structuring, and ensuring regulatory compliance for high-growth companies and investors. This position requires direct engagement with business founders, investment funds, and family offices, managing client communications, and delivering strategic legal solutions customized to support clients throughout their business lifecycle.
Skills and Requirements
Candidates should demonstrate a robust understanding of the Companies Act, FEMA, SEBI regulations, and general corporate-commercial laws. Experience in drafting and negotiating various investment documents, such as Shareholder Agreements (SHA), Subscription Share Agreements (SSA), Share Purchase Agreements (SPA), term sheets, and commercial agreements, is crucial.
Familiarity with the start-up ecosystem, including cap tables, Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs), and fund investments, is preferred. Additionally, candidates must have the ability to conduct detailed legal research and produce clear, structured legal opinions. Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, analytical prowess, and the capacity to work in a fast-paced, transaction-driven environment are essential.
Successful candidates will manage multiple legal matters concurrently and adhere to time-sensitive deadlines.
Compensation
Remuneration for these positions will be competitive and in line with industry standards.
Application Process
Interested individuals are encouraged to submit their applications and CVs to info@sarvaankassociates.com with a copy to admin@sarvaankassociates.com.
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