Legal Associate

Legal & Regulatory Compliance

• Support the company in identifying and complying with applicable regulatory, licensing, and permit requirements related to aerospace and launch activities.

• Assist in monitoring and interpreting domestic and international regulations relevant to aerospace, space technology, and export controls.

• Conduct legal research on emerging areas such as space law, satellite regulations, and international aerospace governance.

Contracts & Commercial Legal Support

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements, including vendor contracts, NDAs, technology agreements, and service agreements.

• Support contract lifecycle management and maintain documentation for legal compliance.

Intellectual Property

• Coordinate with internal teams and external counsel on intellectual property filings, including patents, trademarks, and copyright.

• Assist in monitoring potential IP infringements and compliance with organisational IP policies.

Trade & Export Compliance

• Support the legal team in ensuring compliance with import/export regulations and export-controlled technologies where applicable.

• Conduct research and assist with documentation related to international trade compliance requirements.

Government & Regulatory Engagement

• Assist in preparing documentation, legal responses, and submissions for government agencies and regulatory authorities.

• Support engagement with regulatory bodies, industry forums, and relevant organisations where required.

Legal Research & Advisory

• Conduct legal research and prepare internal memos, advisory notes, and compliance summaries on regulatory developments.

• Track evolving legal frameworks affecting the aerospace, defence, and space technology sectors.

• BA LLB / LLM / BBA LLB or equivalent law degree

• 03 years of legal experience, including internships in law firms, corporate legal teams, or regulatory bodies

• Exposure to contract law, intellectual property, corporate law, or regulatory compliance

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Strong interest in Aviation, Aerospace, or Space Law

• Familiarity with contract drafting and legal documentation

• Understanding of intellectual property protection and regulatory compliance

• Exposure to international trade regulations or export compliance is a plus

• Ability to work in a fast-paced technology start-up environment

• Excellent research, analytical, writing, and communication skills.