Legal Associate

Role Overview

The Legal Associate will support the organization in drafting and reviewing legal documents, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, and providing specialized support for trade finance–related activities. The role focuses on documentation accuracy, risk assessment, and coordination across internal teams involved in trade finance operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and review contracts, agreements, NDAs, purchase contracts, and trade finance documentation.
• Support legal review of instruments used in trade finance such as Letters of Credit, Bank Guarantees, Vendor Agreements, and Supply Chain Finance documents.
• Ensure regulatory compliance related to trade transactions, commercial laws, and documentation standards.
• Assist in identifying legal risks in trade finance processes and recommending mitigation steps.
• Maintain organized records of agreements, compliance reports, and trade-related legal documents.
• Assist in updating internal policies, SOPs, and compliance guidelines related to trade operations.
• Track contract validity, renewal timelines, and key obligations related to trade partnerships.

Qualifications

• LLB / BA LLB / BBA LLB (mandatory).
• 0–1 years of experience in legal documentation, corporate legal, or trade finance operations (preferred).
• Applicants should be enrolled with the Tamil Nadu & Puducherry Bar Council as practicing advocates.

Skills Required

• Good understanding of contract laws, commercial laws, and trade finance documentation.
• Strong drafting, reviewing, and documentation abilities.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Strong coordination and communication skills.

Key Competencies

• Accuracy in legal and trade documents
• Compliance awareness
• Timely completion of documentation tasks
• Ability to assess operational risks
• Local Candidates Preferred