Commercial and Corporate Counsel

Job Description: Commercial and Corporate Counsel

About Volante Technologies:

Volante Technologies is a global leader in providing payments modernization solutions to financial businesses worldwide. As we continue to expand, we are looking for an experienced commercial and corporate counsel to join our in-house legal team. This mid-level position offers the opportunity to provide essential legal support to our growing business and be part of a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You will play a key role in shaping our legal strategy and contributing to the continued success of Volante Technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contract Drafting and Negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, with a particular focus on technology agreements and Statements of Work (SOWs) with customers, vendors, and strategic partners.
• Corporate Support: Provide corporate and company secretarial support to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Policy Development: Contribute to the ongoing development and review of precedent agreements, internal policies, and standardized processes to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Contract Management: Lead the rollout of a Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platform to streamline and improve contract management processes across the company.

Core Qualifications, Experience, Attributes, and Skills:

• Dual Qualification: Dual-qualified in India and the US.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, particularly technology agreements, SOWs, and US law.
• Industry Knowledge: Relevant experience working in software companies serving the financial sector.
• Data Privacy Knowledge: Familiarity with data privacy laws, including Indian regulations like the Data Protection Bill and the IT Act, is highly desirable.
• In-House or Private Practice: Prior in-house experience is preferred, but private practice lawyers with strong commercial and business acumen will also be considered.
• Skills:
  • Strong negotiation and legal drafting skills.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with colleagues at all levels and external clients.
  • Ability to collaborate across different geographical locations, cultures, and time zones.
  • Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple matters while maintaining attention to detail and responsiveness.
• Attributes: Proactive, motivated, confident, and a team player with a passion for delivering high-quality legal services.

Why Join Us:

At Volante Technologies, you will be part of an innovative and rapidly growing company that is reshaping the financial technology landscape. You will work in a supportive and collaborative environment and have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the legal strategy of the company.

If you are a dedicated legal professional looking to contribute to a fast-paced, global business, we would love to hear from you!