About our Client:

Our Client is building a Fintech platform for CleanTech. The platform innovatively addresses the key points of friction hindering the adoption of rooftop solar and other sustainable products through a digital lending platform combined with an online B2B marketplace and a tech enabled asset quality management system. We are backed by top tier investors - Avaana Capital and Blume Ventures. Our Client has raised over Rs. 75 crores in debt and equity funding to date and continues to grow its capital partner base to address this $500B market opportunity. The firm services a massive and highly scalable space and a future ready for evolving and unfolding sustainability and clean energy era and is well positioned to tap upcoming opportunities. The founders are ex Yale, IIT, ISB, McKinsey, Lehman Brothers and bring on board deep domain expertise in renewable energy, finance and technology.

Key Responsibilities:

Legal Documentation & Advisory:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of legal documents, including legal notices, complaints, loan agreements, and ancillary legal documents.
• Provide strategic legal advice on business operations, regulatory compliance, and contractual matters.

Litigation & Dispute Management:

• Oversee and manage the organization’s litigation portfolio, ensuring timely resolution of cases.
• Develop and implement strategies for effective dispute resolution, including settlements, arbitrations, and court proceedings.
• Coordinate with empaneled legal resources and manage external counsel for litigation and recovery processes.

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure organizational compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, particularly in the NBFC and renewable energy domains.
• Develop and implement policies to align the organization with evolving RBI guidelines, including KYC/AML compliance, capital adequacy, and reporting requirements.

Recovery & Asset Management:

• Advise the recovery team on legal procedures for asset possession and debt recovery within the legal frameworks prescribed by the RBI.
• Handle legal proceedings related to case filings, summons, warrants, and arbitrations.
• Support recovery efforts by providing legal insights on settlement strategies and compliance.

Policy Development & Strategic Initiatives:

• Lead the development and standardization of legal and operational policies in alignment with NBFC and RBI regulations.
• Standardize processes related to legal filings, documentation retrieval, and arbitration with a focus on reducing turnaround times (TAT).
• Participate in the creation of organizational policies to enhance legal compliance and ensure adherence to industry best practices.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) is required; Master’s degree (LLM) is preferred.
• Experience: 4 to 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in NBFCs, renewable energy, or financial services sectors.
• Strong expertise in drafting legal documents, managing litigation, and structuring financial and other deals.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate, financial, and regulatory laws applicable to NBFCs.

Key Skills:

• Excellent legal drafting and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to liaise with stakeholders at all levels.