Legal Associate

eSec Forte; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance for employee

Job summary

eSec Forte in Gurugram is seeking a Legal Associate to handle contract review and drafting for OEM vendor and client agreements, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation across cybersecurity offerings.

You will work closely with internal teams, advise on regulatory requirements, and help standardize contract templates while coordinating with external counsel as needed.

Qualifications

• LLB degree from a recognized university.
• 2–3 years of relevant experience in technology/commercial contracts.
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex contracts.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts (client service, NDAs, partnerships, SLAs).
• Manage end-to-end lifecycle of OEM vendor agreements.
• Research cybersecurity and data privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, IT Act) and compliance standards.
• Provide legal guidance to sales, delivery, and procurement on contracts and risks.
• Develop internal legal policies, templates, and workflows for consistency.
• Collaborate with external counsel on complex issues and IP matters.
• Ensure ISO 27001:2022 and PCI DSS alignment in documents and advice.
• Assist due diligence for new initiatives and strategic partnerships.

Skills

Legal review

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Corporate law

Regulatory analysis

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Job description

About the Role

This role involves comprehensive legal review and drafting of contracts, primarily focusing on agreements with OEM vendors and clients. The Legal Associate will provide essential legal support to internal teams, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks across our cybersecurity service offerings.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including client service agreements, non-disclosure agreements, partnership agreements, and service level agreements.
• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of agreements with OEM Vendors, ensuring terms align with company policies, regulatory requirements, and our established technology partnerships.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis on cybersecurity laws, data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, Indian IT Act), and industry-specific compliance standards relevant to our global operations.
• Provide clear and actionable legal guidance and support to internal departments, including sales, delivery, and procurement, on contractual matters and legal risks.
• Assist in the development and implementation of internal legal policies, procedures, and contract templates to streamline operations and ensure consistency across the organization.
• Collaborate with external legal counsel on complex legal issues, intellectual property matters, and potential litigation as required.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 27001:2022 and PCI DSS QSA standards in all contractual documentation and legal advice provided, supporting our global certifications.
• Facilitate legal due diligence for new business initiatives, strategic partnerships, and product development, assessing potential legal implications.

Requirements

• Qualification: Bachelor of Laws (LLB).
• Experience: 2-3 years of relevant legal experience, ideally within a corporate legal department or a law firm specializing in technology or commercial contracts.
• Skills:
  • Demonstrated expertise in legal review, contract drafting, and negotiation, particularly involving technology and OEM vendor agreements.
  • Strong understanding of corporate law and commercial contracting principles.
  • Ability to conduct thorough legal research and analysis on complex regulatory frameworks.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly.
  • Adept at managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a demanding environment.
• Work Mode: Onsite.
• Location: Gurugram.

Nice-to-Have

• Prior experience with legal aspects of cybersecurity, data protection, or IT services.
• Familiarity with intellectual property rights, especially in software or technology contexts.
• Experience working with global clients or in a multinational environment.
• Proficiency in legal tech tools for contract lifecycle management or document review.

Benefits

• Health insurance for the employee and dependents
• Professional security-certification reimbursement (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPT)
• Annual learning and skill-development allowance
• Sponsored conference / training attendance
• Flexible work arrangements