Associate Director- Legal Associate Director- Legal with verification
About Us
ACKO is India’s first and only fully-digital Insurtech (product) company to have taken insurance by storm. You might have seen our cool ads or are already a customer and we hope you have noticed how we are rewriting the rules of the insurance game constantly and persistently.
Based out of Bangalore, we are solving for the Indian market. But we are a part of a global wave of insurtech startups such as ZhongAn in China , Oscar, Lemonade, Metromile in the US, that are known to succeed owing to their business models and technology.
We are a unicorn backed by a slate of marquee investors like Binny Bansal, Amazon, Ascent capital, Accel, SAIF, Catamaran, General Atlantic and Multiples. In only four years since our inception and operations, our products have reached ~75M unique users. We have partnered with some of the biggest names of the digital ecosystem such as Amazon, Ola, RedBus, Oyo, Lendingkart, ZestMoney, GOMMT group etc.
At ACKO, job roles are focused at impact and we’re here to transform the way the industry operates. Innovation drives us and our products, and we are poised to disrupt insurance, powered by our pioneering products. We have changed the landscape of this age old sector in a growing economy like India and have miles to go from here.
After having crossed the $1B valuation mark, our eyes set on even bigger milestones. If you think we’re just about growth and numbers, employee wellbeing lies at the core of all our programs and policies. We are a regular ‘Great Place to Work’ winner and consistently feature on Linkedin’s list of top startups. Currently 1000 strong, we are hiring across all functions.
Job Description
Role: DGM/AD
Location: Bangalore
Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled lawyer to join our team. You will play a critical role in providing legal advice and support to our organization. Your responsibilities will include analyzing and drafting legal documents, providing guidance on various legal matters, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The ideal candidate should have strong legal knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
Provide legal advice and guidance to internal stakeholders on a wide range of legal issues, including contracts, corporate governance, intellectual property, employment law, and regulatory compliance.
Review, draft, and negotiate various legal agreements, including but not limited to contracts, leases, licenses, and confidentiality agreements.
Conduct legal research and analysis to stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends impacting the organization.
Assess legal risks and provide recommendations to mitigate potential liabilities.
Collaborate with external legal counsel, as necessary, to handle complex legal matters.
Assist in developing and implementing internal policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance.
Participate in contract management and ensure proper documentation and record-keeping.
Stay abreast of changes in laws and regulations that may affect the organization and provide proactive advice and training to internal teams.
Manage and resolve legal disputes, including potential litigation matters.
Conduct legal due diligence for potential partnerships, acquisitions, or other strategic initiatives.
Provide legal support for corporate transactions, such as mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, human resources, and operations, to ensure legal compliance across the organization.
Desired Candidate’s Profile:
LLB/ LLM (desirable) from an accredited law school with 8-10+years of experience overall experience
Sound knowledge of laws and regulations applicable to the industry.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to deliver high-quality work under deadlines with attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in work.
Ability to draft clear, professional and legally robust correspondence, contractual documentation, policies and other documentation.
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Job Description
Legal Fundamentals