Legal Manager

Role & responsibilities

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Manager to join our dynamic Fintech team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for reviewing and managing legal agreements, handling fraud-related cases, and supporting the drafting of company policy documents. This role requires strong legal acumen, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

What youll be doing

• Agreement Review & Drafting
• Review, vet, and provide inputs on Banking agreements, Vendor agreements, and Service agreements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Assist in drafting and maintaining internal policy documents.
• Legal Case Management
• Handle legal matters related to fraudulent customers and employee frauds.
• Liaise with external counsel, regulators, and law enforcement agencies when required.
• Maintain proper documentation and case records for audit and compliance purposes.
• Compliance & Advisory
• Support the compliance team in ensuring adherence to AML/KYC guidelines and other regulatory requirements.
• Provide legal advisory support to business and operations teams.
• Helping the compliance team with drafting policy and contracts.
• Stakeholder Collaboration
• Work closely with internal departments (Operations, Compliance, HR, Finance) to ensure legal safeguards are in place.
• Assist senior management in risk assessment and mitigation strategies.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelors degree in Law (LLB); additional certifications in Corporate/Financial Law preferred.
• 2-4 years of experience in legal management, compliance, or corporate law (preferably in BFSI/Fintech).
• Strong knowledge of contract law, corporate law, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in handling fraud-related cases is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills in English and local language (Kannada).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.