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About:
HyperVerge is a bootstrapped, fast-growing AI company with presence in Bangalore and Ho Chi Minh, serving more than 100+ clients across US, India, Africa and ASEAN region. Their AI is used by large enterprises like Jio, Vodafone, Airbus, SBI, Bajaj, ICICI and unicorns such as Grab, Groww, Byjus, Cred for verifying identities of customers and preventing fraud (prevented $22M annual fraud in a single large NBFC). Today, they’re growing fast and excited for new teammates to join them who are the best at what they do. They’re passionate about building a company as diverse and creative as the millions of people they serve worldwide.
Role:
Legal Associate
Qualification:
- Strong tech and legal fundamentals to understand their confluence
- Knowledge of intellectual property laws and experience in managing IP portfolios
- Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills
- Ability to assess and mitigate legal risks associated with technology projects and initiatives
- Familiarity with data protection and privacy laws, including DPDP, PDP, GDPR and CCPA
- Understanding of licensing agreements, software development, and technology transfer
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance in the technology sector
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Ability to stay updated on emerging legal and regulatory trends in the technology industry
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to provide strategic legal advice on technology matters
- Experience and Expertise: You should possess a minimum of 1-3 years of relevant work experience in TMT, Fintech, or General Corporate law. Whether you’ve gained your expertise in a law firm or in-house, we value your practical experience and insights.
- Academic Background: A BA/BBA/BSc LLB is a prerequisite, if you hold an LLM or other advanced degrees, that’s a bonus!
- Certifications and External Courses: We highly value candidates who have invested in their professional growth through certifications, PGDMs, or other external courses related to general corporate practice, fintech, data protection, or other relevant areas of law.
- Curiosity and Versatility: We need a legal professional who is naturally inclined to understand new technologies. You should have an insatiable interest in working across a breadth of legal issues, including agreement drafting, advisory on products, internal compliance management, labor laws, and more. Embrace the diverse challenges and seize opportunities to broaden your legal horizons.
- Data Protection Savvy: If you have experience working on data protection frameworks in different geographies, we consider that a significant advantage. Help us navigate the complexities of data privacy and protection as we expand our global footprint.
- Exceptional Communication: Strong writing and verbal communication skills are essential for success in this role. We expect you to handle high stakes negotiations and effectively communicate complex legal concepts to both legal and non-legal stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
Outcomes Expected
- Month 1: Deep Dive into HyperVerge
In your first month, you’ll have the opportunity to develop an in-depth understanding of HyperVerge as a company, their unique business model, and their innovative products. Embrace the challenge of comprehending the intricacies of their technology and the legal landscape enabling it. They’ll provide you with the resources and support to fast-track your knowledge and become a true HyperVerge expert!
- Months 1-4: Research & Independent Document Review, Drafting & Negotiation
As they expand into new geographies – compliance becomes the absolute 80-20 focus – involving research and analysis on laws of multiple jurisdictions, creation of compliance postures and collaboration with teams on cross functional implementation – which will be a larger and recurring focus for this role.
Within the first three months, you will also take on the responsibility for preliminary document negotiation and review. You will meticulously scrutinize legal documents, bringing your keen eye for detail to the forefront and putting your exceptional drafting skills to the test. You will have the opportunity to negotiate with the leading banks, fintechs, gaming companies, social media orgs, insurance clients of HyperVerge as you craft and negotiate airtight agreements that protect our interests and drive our business forward.
- Month 5 onwards – Contribution to Processes
As a key member of their legal team, your contribution will significantly enhance their organization’s legal processes. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring streamlined and efficient legal operations, leading to improved risk management, enhanced compliance, and strengthened legal frameworks
Apart from wearing a legal hat, also get to don a product hat in building our CLM HyperStart uniquely giving you a seat at the ideation, implementation and growth of a 0 to 1 product – which can be a truly gratifying learning curve.
How to apply:
Interested candidates can Apply here
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