Aquis Search is currently working on a mandate with a leading, Asia-focused global investment platform (multi-strategy across hedge funds and private equity) that is looking to build out its legal capability in India.
This will be a key hire for the business and the first legal role on the ground in India, working closely with senior stakeholders across APAC and globally.
Role Overview
This is a global-facing role and the successful candidate will support a broad range of cross-border legal matters, with a primary focus on data privacy and technology/commercial contracting.
You will partner closely with business, compliance, and global legal teams across multiple jurisdictions, advising on high-impact, commercially relevant matters in a fast-paced investment environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise on data privacy and data protection matters, including cross-border data flows, regulatory frameworks, and internal policies
- Draft, review and negotiate technology and commercial contracts, including vendor, SaaS, licensing, and services agreements
- Partner with global stakeholders to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice
- Work closely with compliance and other internal functions on regulatory and risk-related matters
- Support broader legal initiatives as part of a lean and high-performing team
Candidate Profile
- 812 years PQE
- Strong preference for candidates from top-tier law firms
- Experience in data privacy and technology/commercial contracting is essential
- Open to:
- Lawyers currently in private practice looking to make a first in-house move
- In-house counsel with prior experience at a top-tier law firm
- Strong commercial acumen, communication skills, and ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-performance environment
- Comfort working on cross-border matters with international stakeholders
Why This Opportunity
- Opportunity to join a high-calibre, global investment platform
- First legal hire in India with strong visibility and impact
- Exposure to international workstreams across key financial hubs
- Lean team structure offering meaningful responsibility and growth
If this sounds like you, please click apply or drop a note on [Confidential Information] for a confidential chat.
