About Corporate Finance

Corporate Finance is a dynamic team rooted in value, committed to driving financial strategies that catalyse Tally's growth and competitive edge. We empower informed decision-making and innovative planning, fortify operations, and optimise cash flow, all with a focus on long-term value creation

What You Will Own

Ensure compliance with Company Law, corporate governance, and statutory requirements. Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, including vendor, partnership, consultancy, employee, investment, and M&A agreements, ensuring adherence to RBI, technology, and internal policies. Drive compliance and regulatory frameworks, manage legal risks, disputes, and litigation, and support strategic initiatives such as M&A, business expansion, and commercial or technology projects. Lead IP management and guide the legal team to deliver high-quality legal services.

Experience You Should Bring

- Qualified Company Secretary and a LLB degree.

- Expertise in company law, contract law, corporate governance, RBI regulations, investment laws.

- Hands on experience in IPR. Knowledge of Data Privacy will be an added advantage.

- Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex contracts, including vendor, alliance, partnership, consultancy, and employee agreements.

- Experience with regulatory filings, and compliance frameworks.

- Risk management and advisory capabilities.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.

- Ability to work independently and as part of cross-functional teams.

- Detail-oriented with a high level of organizational skills.

- Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with proven experience mentoring and managing a legal team effectively.

What You Will Be Doing

1. Company Law Compliances

- Ensure compliance with the Companies Act, 2013, and related rules.

- Maintain statutory registers, records, and minutes of Board and General Meetings.

- File necessary e-forms and returns with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA).

- Advise management on company law & associated laws.

2. Investment/ Disinvestment & Related Compliances

- Draft and review investment/disinvestment agreements, shareholders' agreements, share subscription agreements, and related documentation, documents related to merger and acquisition.

- Ensure compliance with FEMA, FDI, and SEBI regulations, wherever applicable.

- Manage post-investment compliance, including filings, disclosures, and investor communication.

3. Agreement Review & Contract Management

- Review, draft, and negotiate agreements including vendor agreements, strategic alliance agreements, partnership agreements, consultancy agreements, and employee agreements.

- Additionally, handle investment/disinvestment agreements, shareholders' agreements, share subscription agreements, and M&A documents.

- Monitor contract lifecycle, implement tracking processes, and provide timely advice to business teams.

4. Strategic Initiatives

- Provide legal support for strategic initiatives/ projects.

- Review contracts, agreements, and partnerships associated with such initiatives/ projects.

- Advise on legal risks, regulatory requirements, and compliance considerations.

- Draft, review and finalise T&Cs, policies, or user agreements or any other similar document as per the requirement.

- Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders on legal matters.

5. Intellectual Property (IPR) Management

- Formulate/ Implement strategies for effective management, filing, and protection of intellectual property in India and internationally.

- Manage trademark, copyright, and patent filings for Tally and its enforcement.

- Enhance processes for BAU requests related to IP matters.

6. Advisory & Risk Management

- Provide proactive legal and compliance advice to business teams.

- Monitor regulatory changes, assess impact, and implement necessary changes in policies and procedures.

- Develop and maintain standard templates and compliance checklists.

7. Corporate Governance & Policy Framework

- Support enhancement and implementation of corporate governance frameworks aligned with regulatory requirements.

- Draft, review, and update internal policies, procedures, and terms and conditions in consultation with relevant stakeholders.

8. Dispute Resolution & Litigation Management

- Oversee legal risk management, dispute resolution processes, and manage external counsel in litigation matters.

- Prepare and manage legal responses, statutory communications, and correspondence with various stakeholders.

9. Team Leadership

- Lead and manage the team, providing guidance, training, and support to enhance their skills and performance.

- Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment within the legal function.

- Delegate tasks effectively and ensure timely delivery of legal services by the team.

- Support career development initiatives and performance evaluations for team members.