Job Post: Legal Counsel At ConveGenius.AI [Apply Now]

About ConveGenius.AI:

ConveGenius is a social enterprise developing and deploying technology platforms that leverage conversational AI and big data analytics to drive meaningful change in emerging markets. With over a decade of experience, we have focused on effecting systemic transformation in education, particularly bridging learning and skills gaps for the bottom 200 million students in India.

Our flagship Ed-Tech platform, ‘ConveGenius,’ and our conversational AI platform, ‘SwiftChat,’ have already made a significant impact, reaching over 77 million students across India. Join our team and be part of this transformative journey!

At ConveGenius.AI, we value diversity and believe in the power of collaboration. Our team brings together a wide range of skills and experiences, from education and tech to data analytics and social impact. Join us and contribute to our shared vision of creating a better world through technology!

Statement of Requirement:

We require an innovation driven proactive lawyer (3-5 years exp) with prior experience in technology laws and general corporate matters; and working experience in a law firm or in the EdTech sector.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating technology contracts, click-wrap agreements, data contracts, product policies and documents on technology and data.
  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating organizational policies, corporate governance and management documents, fundraising and exit documents and general contracts.
  • Conducting legal research and drafting research notes and memos on sector specific legal and policy frameworks; and answer day to day product and policy related queries.
  • Drafting, reviewing, negotiating and assisting in execution of day-to-day legal agreements, MOUs, JVs, SLAs, SAAS agreements.
  • Working closely with the management and the founders and facilitate strategic and policy legal decisions on a day-to-day basis.
  • Representing the company in discussions and negotiations with third parties.
  • Coordinating with Government authorities and assisting in making applications for incorporation, statutory registrations and permits, including trademark, copyright, tax exemption, start-up registration, FCRA, as required from time to time.
  • Coordinating with Government authorities and assisting in making applications for various tenders, execution of tender documents, review various committee reports and empanelment requirements, as may be required from time to time.
  • Drafting and filing RTI applications with appropriate government authorities on various corporate law matters, including filing follow on correspondence and coordination.
  • Drafting legal notices and/ or replying to legal notices on behalf of the company, as required occasionally.
  • Assisting the management on day-to-day legal matters.

Key Incentives:

    • Engagement on a monthly retainer basis, commensurate with the industry standards, prior experience and performance
    • Opportunity to work with Indian as well as foreign stakeholders in the EdTech sector
    • Involvement with upcoming, cutting edge and innovative technologies like AI and ML
    • The opportunity to work closely with senior management on strategic initiatives and interact with Government departments at various levels.
    • Visibility on performance targets, career track and individual growth
    • Opportunity to travel across the country and abroad

Key Requirements:

  • Qualified to practice law in India (i.e. should have cleared All India Bar Examination)
  • Strong knowledge of corporate law, intellectual property rights, contracts and information technology
  • Strong personal integrity and ethical standards
  • Proactive and constructive outlook
  • Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to plan, organize and implement
  • Ability to deliver a quality output in stressful situations
  • Commitment to accuracy and attention to detail
  • Past experience of working in a start-up environment or leading a project
  • Past experience demonstrating self-motivation and willingness to learn and achieve
  • Hands on experience of working in a corporate law firm or in the EdTech sector

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Windows, Gmail, Dropbox and Skype
  • Fluency in written and spoken English, including ability to type in English
  • Open to travel across the country, as and if required
  • Excellent legal research and writing skills

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