Corporate Counsel

Ovii's Interpretation of the Role

The Corporate Counsel will lead commercial contract work, corporate governance, and data‑privacy compliance for a global AI‑focused services firm. The role blends drafting, negotiation, and cross‑jurisdictional regulatory advice while partnering with finance, HR, and product teams.

Role Snapshot

• Commercial contract drafting & negotiation
• Corporate governance & entity filings
• Data‑privacy & compliance advisory
• Employment & HR legal support
• Cross‑functional legal partnership

Must-Have Requirements

• Commercial contract drafting and negotiation
• SaaS and technology licensing agreements
• Corporate governance and entity management
• Data‑privacy compliance (DPDP Act, GDPR, etc.)
• Employment law knowledge (India, US, Australia)
• Contract lifecycle management software usage
• Proficiency with MS Office and legal document management systems
• English legal drafting and negotiation
• In‑house corporate counsel
• Technology/IT services or professional services industry
• LLB or BA LLB / BBA LLB from a recognized Indian university
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (E‑Verify participation)
• Must be based in Hyderabad, Chennai, or other major Indian technology hubs

Nice-to-Have Signals

• Experience with Ironclad contract management platform
• LLM or additional qualification in technology law, IP, or data privacy
• Regional Indian language proficiency
• Experience across India, US, and Australia jurisdictions
• LLM or additional qualification in technology law, IP, international commercial law, or data privacy

Work Setup

• Location: Chennai, India
• Work mode: HYBRID
• Employment type: Full-Time

Eligibility Gates

• Work authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Visa sponsorship: no

Not Specified in JD

• Visa sponsorship
• Salary range
• Remote eligibility

What You'll Likely Work On

• Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize vendor and commercial agreements, including SaaS and technology licensing.
• Advise business teams on contract risk, negotiation strategy, and escalation points.
• Manage contracts through their full lifecycle using contract management software.
• Prepare corporate resolutions, board minutes, powers of attorney, and other governance documents for global entities.
• Maintain corporate records, registrations, and statutory filings across India, Australia, and the United States.
• Support data‑privacy compliance under India’s DPDP Act and applicable international frameworks (GDPR, Australian Privacy Act, US state laws).
• Provide employment and HR legal guidance for India and cross‑jurisdictional matters.
• Advise on IP ownership, software licensing, trademark use, and confidentiality obligations.

Good Fit If You Have

• Strong commercial contracts experience, especially SaaS and technology licensing.
• Hands‑on experience with corporate entity management in India, US, and Australia.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently on multiple legal matters.