Senior Legal Manager

redBus; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

redBus.in (Makemytrip India Limited) seeks a seasoned Legal Counsel to own the end-to-end contracting lifecycle, draft and review agreements, and lead negotiations for an e-commerce-backed travel platform. You will advise on regulatory matters and support corporate transactions, partnering with HR and cross-functional teams.

The role requires 5–8 years of experience in the internet/e-commerce sector, excellent communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements for internet/e-commerce businesses.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements in India.
• Ability to provide proactive legal advisory on new business initiatives and product launches.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience coordinating with external counsel for due diligence and complex advisory.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end contracting lifecycle including drafting, reviewing, redlining and closure.
• Provide proactive legal advisory on new business initiatives and product launches.
• Advise on regulatory and compliance matters under applicable laws.
• Support corporate transactions including M&A, JVs, investments and restructurings.
• Partner with HR on employment-related matters.
• Coordinate with external counsel for specialized matters and due diligence.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Legal advisory

Stakeholder coordination

Education

LLB/LLM in Law

Job description

redBus.in(makemytrip India Limited) is India's largest online bus ticketing platform operating across India, SEA & LATAM (Part of GO-MMT group, Nasdaq: MMYT). We have the largest network of bus operators and satisfied customers booking upto 250,000 transactions a day through mobile and desktop channels. With over 400,000+ live routes in multiple continents we host the largest inventory of bus seats from private bus operators and state road transport corporations. We are a true Indian MNC with global presence and operations across India, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia Peru and Colombia. In India, redBus works with 6300 + bus operators with services across 50,000 + routes and a customer base of more than 10 million.

Our other product lines include redRails to book train ticketing and redHotels for Hotel Booking

redBus at its heart is about people. As the pioneer in our space, we are passionate about creating amazing experiences for passengers, partners and our people. Energized by a great work environment, where talent is nurtured, innovation is celebrated and challenges are conquered, we journey towards creating fulfilling moments for everyone whose lives we touch. Always striking a balance between getting the job done, while also having fun along the way. So here is to being a Great Place to Work!

MakeMyTrip (MMT) is India’s number one online travel company. All domestic and international carriers are

partnered with MMT for flight booking. Since the year of its inception in 2000, MMT has been scaling new heights

every day. The ride so far has been like Indian roads – smooth in patches and bumpy in some! Through it all, we

have continued moving forward with an eye on the future. Our focus has always been on delivering value to our

customers and employees alike and we truly believe that “Happy Employees Make Happy Customers”.

Role & Responsibilities

• Own and drive the end-to-end contracting lifecycle, including drafting agreements from scratch,reviewing and redlining counterparty templates, leading negotiations, and ensuring timely closure aligned with business objectives.
• Provide proactive legal advisory on new business initiatives, product launches, and strategic projects,ensuring legal and regulatory risks are identified, assessed, and mitigated prior to go-live.
• Advise on regulatory and compliance matters under applicable laws.
• Support and execute corporate transactions, including M&A, joint ventures, investments, and corporate restructurings.
• Act as the legal partner to the HR team on employment-related matters
• Partner closely with business teams to anticipate legal risks and develop pragmatic, business-aligned solutions.
• Engage, manage, and coordinate with external counsel for specialized matters, including due diligence and complex advisory.
• Monitor regulatory developments, interpret implications for the business, and proactively recommend policy and process enhancements.
• Drive continuous improvement in contract lifecycle management, compliance monitoring frameworks, and overall risk management processes.

Educational Qualification: LLB / LLM in Law from a Tier 1 Law School

Years of Experience (Minimum & Maximum) : 5 - 8 Years

What is the nature and scope of responsibilities the candidate should have handled?

• Mandatory expereince – Internet/ E-commerce industry
• Dedicated and persuasive.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, man-management skills, and ability to co-ordinate with different stakeholders
• Out-of-the box thinking with strong professional, analytical & inter-personal skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to relate to people across all hierarchical levels of the organization
• Utilize keen analysis and insights and team approach to drive organizational improvements and implementation of best practices
• Work towards organizational objectives within highest standards of agility and collaboration