Corporate & M&A Associate at Khaitan & Co

Lawlit; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Khaitan & Co in Mumbai seeks an exceptionally talented Corporate & M&A Associate to join its market-leading practice group. You will work on high-stakes domestic and cross-border transactions, private equity investments, joint ventures, and strategic restructurings with top-tier corporate practitioners.

Key responsibilities include drafting and negotiating SPAs, SHAs, BTAs, and JVs; leading due diligence; advising on the Companies Act 2013, FEMA, SEBI, RBI; and engaging directly with corporate

Qualifications

• LL.B. or LL.M. degree from a recognized institution.
• 2–4 years PQE in Corporate / M&A within a tier-1 or tier-2 Indian law firm.
• Exceptional legal research, drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Deep understanding of Indian corporate governance laws, securities regulatory frameworks, and FDI policies.

Responsibilities

• Transactional Drafting: Draft, review, and negotiate SPAs, SHAs, BTAs, and JV agreements.
• Due Diligence: Lead end-to-end due diligence for acquisitions and VC investments.
• Regulatory Advisory: Counsel on Companies Act 2013, FEMA, SEBI, and RBI guidelines.
• Client Engagement: Liaise with corporate clients, multinationals, private equity funds, and investment bankers.

Education

LL.B. or LL.M. degree

Job description

Khaitan & Co, one of India's premier full-service law firms with a legacy spanning over a century, is actively seeking an exceptionally talented Corporate & M&A Associate to join its market-leading practice group in Mumbai.

Role Overview

As an Associate in the Corporate & M&A practice, you will work alongside top-tier corporate practitioners on high-stakes domestic and cross-border transactions, private equity investments, joint ventures, and strategic corporate restructurings.

Key Responsibilities

• Transactional Drafting: Draft, review, and negotiate transactional documents including Share Purchase Agreements (SPAs), Shareholders' Agreements (SHAs), Business Transfer Agreements (BTAs), and Joint Venture Agreements.
• Due Diligence: Spearhead and manage end-to-end legal due diligence processes for corporate acquisitions and venture capital investments.
• Regulatory Advisory: Provide strategic counsel on compliance with the Companies Act 2013, Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), SEBI regulations, and RBI guidelines.
• Client Engagement: Liaise directly with corporate clients, multinational enterprises, private equity funds, and investment bankers.

Candidate Profile & Qualifications

• LL.B. or LL.M. degree from a recognized institution (National Law Universities preferred).
• 2 to 4 years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) in Corporate / M&A within a tier-1 or tier-2 Indian law firm.
• Exceptional legal research, drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Deep understanding of Indian corporate governance laws, securities regulatory frameworks, and foreign direct investment policies.

Why Apply?

Join a firm recognized globally for handling groundbreaking marquee transactions, offering an unparalleled learning curve, market-leading compensation, and a clear, merit-based career progression structure.