Senior Legal Counsel

Role: Senior Legal Counsel Location: Corporate office, Bangalore (IBC Knowledge Park) Reporting to: General Counsel Team Name: Corporate Legal Team About the Team and the Role: The Corporate Legal Team is a vital partner in our mission to revolutionise electric mobility. We provide comprehensive legal guidance and strategic support across all business functions. As a Senior Legal Counsel, you will play a critical role in navigating the complex legal and regulatory landscape of the EV industry in India. You will be responsible for a wide range of legal matters, from contract negotiation to corporate compliance and risk management, working closely with senior leadership to protect the company's interests and enable its rapid growth. Responsibilities: * Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements supporting Business, Sales, Supply Chain, and R\&D functions. * Advise senior management and internal stakeholders on diverse legal and regulatory matters, including corporate, data privacy, and employment law. * Manage the company's real estate transactions, including leases, licenses, and property acquisitions. * Oversee all dispute resolution and litigation matters, effectively managing external legal counsel and legal proceedings. * Develop, implement, and enforce company policies and compliance frameworks to ensure adherence to all applicable Indian laws and regulations. * Proactively identify, evaluate, and mitigate legal risks across the organisation through strategic action plans. * Act as Advisor to the Company Secretary and Compliance Officer on SEBI LODR Matters and Companies Act, 2013 Compliance Requirements. * Oversee the Maintenance of Statutory Records, Registers and Filing of Returns. * Draft Agenda, Annual Reports, Convene Board, Committee and General Body Meetings. Experience and Qualifications: * Associate Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India is mandatory * Law degree from a premier law institute is mandatory * 12 to 17 years of post\-qualification corporate secretarial \& legal experience, including significant work in an in\-house senior legal position at a public listed multinational corporation or a reputed public listed company in India. Must have Competencies: * Expertise in drafting and negotiating diverse commercial contracts. * In\-depth knowledge of Indian corporate, competition, privacy, and employment laws. * Experience with real estate law, including commercial conveyancing, leases, and licenses. * Proven ability to manage disputes, litigation, and external legal counsel. * Strong understanding of legal compliance and corporate policy implementation. * Familiarity with government policies and initiatives related to the EV sector in India. Good to have Competencies: * Ability to operate independently in the delivery of legal services. * Sense of urgency, reliability, practicality, and personal skills compatible with building client trust. * Leadership in strategic thinking, decision\-making, and legal risk management. * Work prioritisation, time, and people management skills. * Team\-oriented, self\-driven, collaborative, and strong interpersonal skills. * A mindset and commitment to be part of the long\-term growth story of the organisation. Want to know more? At Ather, we’ve built India’s first intelligent scooter, from scratch. Based on the philosophy of clean design and smart technology, we are transforming the urban commute experience. We are expanding in India, and in the coming years, we look forward to scaling up and launching more products globally. Today, our product offerings include the Ather 450X, 450S, 450 Apex, and Rizta. Beyond the product, we are also setting up an extensive charging network and re\-imagining end\-to\-end ownership experience. To know more, check out our Careers site and our Substack. Be You, With Us. The Ather story doesn't write itself \- our people do. We believe everyone is equal, but not the same. Diversity is our strength, and building an inclusive and equitable workplace begins with acknowledging and embracing our differences. We are an equal opportunity employer, and our team reflects a wide range of identities, experiences, and perspectives \- all united by a shared passion to shape the Ather journey.