The Technology, Media and Communications team at BTG Advaya is seeking a lawyer to be based in Mumbai with a specialization in fintech, payments regulations, IT/internet regulations, data privacy, and digital currencies. Having some transaction experience would be an advantage.
Responsibilities:
- Provide legal advise, guidance, and support on internet regulations, privacy laws, fintech and digital payments, including regulatory compliances, licensing, and risk assessment.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, notices, and other legal documents pertaining to the aforesaid.
- Prepare advisory memos and provide legal opinions on complex legal issues related to tech regulatory matters.
- Advise on IT/tech transactions, including incorporations, restructuring, acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic partnerships, and corporate restructuring.
- Conduct due diligence reviews and analyse legal risks associated with transactions.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams, including but not limited to on compliance and due-diligence matters.
- Draft regulatory applications, compliance policies, and procedures.
- Stay updated with the latest legal developments, industry trends, and regulatory changes impacting the company's operations.
- Contribute to content creation initiatives by writing articles, preparing advisory materials, and collaborating on educational content related to legal topics.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Law (LL.B. or equivalent) and licensed to practice law in India.
- 2-3 years of experience practicing law, preferably with a focus on fintech, payments, internet regulations, privacy, IT/tech transactions, or related fields.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of fintech industry regulations, digital currencies, payment systems, and related legal frameworks.
- Proven experience in drafting and reviewing contracts, agreements, notices, and legal documents with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Sound analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to provide practical, commercial legal advice.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion, work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple assignments while meeting deadlines.
- Not staying restricted to what has been assigned only but always looking to add value for process improvement and standardisation.
