Why join us
Location: Pune, Maharashtra, India
Work Mode: Hybrid / Fulltime
DWF is expanding its global
Horizon Scanning capability, and we're looking for a talented
Senior Associate - Legal Research to help shape, enhance, and scale this flagship solution.
If you're passionate about transforming complex legal and regulatory developments into actionable insights and enjoy working at the intersection of
law, technology, and strategic foresight, this role is for you.
Responsibilities
- Conduct deepdive research on regulatory themes, sector shifts, and risk areas.
- Interpret statutes, regulator guidance, consultation papers, and enforcement reports.
- Monitor and analyse global regulatory and policy developments.
- Produce clear, concise legal updates and insight reports.
- Conduct deepdive research on sectorspecific regulatory themes.
- Validate AIgenerated summaries and ensure highquality deliverables.
- Collaborate with product, tech, and client teams to enhance research workflows and solutions.
- Partner with clientfacing teams to understand needs and sector nuances.
- Support onboarding, demos, proposals, and solution refinement.
What will help you succeed in this role
Essential
- 2-6 years of experience in legal research, regulatory intelligence, compliance, or related fields.
- Strong understanding of global legal and regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent ability to interpret legislation and convert it into clear, structured insights.
- Exceptional writing and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
- Experience in horizon scanning or regulatory monitoring is highly desirable.
- Exposure to AI/MLpowered research tools, legal tech, or datadriven platforms.
- Experience working with international teams and global clients.
- Knowledge of ESG, data protection, financial services, consumer law, or other highchange regulatory areas.
What we offer
At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.
Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support.
About Us
DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.