Legal Associate vacancy available at CDPG – Bangalore City, Bengaluru, Karnataka. At least 2 years of experience is required.
Salary:
₹6,00,000 – ₹10,00,000 a year
Full job description
About the Role
The Legal and Admin Associate will assist CDPG’s legal documentation from first draft to signed copy. This covers MoUs, NDAs and contracts, prepared as per the IISc and FSID process and closed in coordination with the IISc and FSID legal teams.
You can submit your applications at: https://forms.gle/3JNXXSi4uBgDiFYC6
Key Result Areas
Drafting of MoUs, NDAs and contracts o Draft CDPG MoUs, NDAs, service agreements and other contracts as per the IISc and FSID process. o Use approved templates and keep standard clauses consistent across documents. o Prepare first drafts within agreed timelines once the business requirement is shared.
Coordination with IISc and FSID legal teams o Route drafts to the IISc and FSID legal teams for review and approval. o Follow up on comments, incorporate changes and track each document until closure. o Maintain a status tracker of all documents under review.
Negotiation of terms
Participate in negotiations with partners, vendors and government bodies on MoU and contract terms. Flag risks, deviations from standard terms and points needing management approval. Record agreed positions and reflect them accurately in the final draft.
Review of legal documents
Review all required legal documents, including partner-drafted agreements, and letters. o Check for compliance with IISc and FSID policies and highlight gaps or risks.
End-to-end signing formalities
Arrange internal approvals and authorised signatories as per the delegation of authority. Manage stamp duty, e-stamping, physical or digital signatures and exchange of signed copies. Archive executed documents and maintain a register with key dates, renewals and obligations.
Administrative support
Support general legal and admin work of the Operations & Admin team at CDPG, as assigned.
Qualifications and experience
LLB or BA LLB from a recognised university (LLM or company secretary qualification is a plus).
2–4 years of experience in contract drafting, review and documentation.
Experience with academic institutions, research organisations, Section 8 companies, government projects or public-sector bodies is preferred.
Working knowledge of the Indian Contract Act, stamp duty rules, IT Act (e-signatures) and data-protection requirements.
Skills and competencies
Clear, plain-language drafting in English.
Attention to detail and accuracy in clauses, names, dates and figures.
Negotiation and stakeholder coordination across internal teams, legal reviewers and external partners.
Strong follow-up discipline to close documents on time.
Confidentiality and sound judgement with sensitive information.
Proficiency in MS Word (track changes, comments), Excel and e-signature tools.
Terms of engagement
- Appointment on the FSID payroll, governed by FSID HR policies and service rules. Work and day-to-day engagement delegated to CDPG.
Compensation: as per FSID norms, commensurate with experience.
Open question: probation period and contract duration to be confirmed by FSID HR.
Pay: ₹600,000.00 – ₹1,000,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
