About the role

Confidential search for a Legal Operations Associate to drive outcomes in contracts, regulatory compliance, and risk management. This full-time on-site role in Surat is managed by a recruiting agency on behalf of a private employer.

You will own measurable results in contracts, regulatory compliance, and risk management, partner closely with cross-functional stakeholders, and raise the quality bar for how the team delivers.

Category: Legal, Risk & Compliance · Employment type: Full-time · Work mode: On-site (Surat, Gujarat) · Experience: 2–5 years

The hiring organisation remains confidential. Applications are reviewed by the recruiting agency managing this search.

Key responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate agreements or policies with clear risk framing
• Advise business teams on compliance obligations and practical options
• Maintain registers, evidence packs, and audit trails
• Monitor regulatory changes relevant to the operating domains
• Partner with external counsel when specialised matters arise

Required qualifications

• Law degree or equivalent compliance qualification as relevant to the role
• Strong written analysis and attention to contractual detail
• Experience advising commercial teams in India
• Sound judgement under ambiguity and time pressure
• Discretion with confidential information

Preferred qualifications

• Technology, fintech, or healthcare regulatory exposure
• Company secretary or in-house counsel background
• Familiarity with data protection (DPDP) topics

Benefits and perks

• Competitive annual CTC with performance-linked variable pay
• Provident Fund and gratuity as per Indian labour law
• Medical insurance for self and eligible dependents
• Learning and certification budget with manager approval
• Standard office working hours in IST at the Surat workplace
• Paid time off, public holidays, and parental leave policies
• Structured leveling, transparent feedback, and internal mobility

Location and working hours

This is an on-site role based in Surat, Gujarat, India. Day-to-day collaboration runs during standard IST office hours at the Surat workplace.

Hiring process

Expect a structured process: recruiter screen, role-fit or technical interview, hiring-manager deep dive, and a final leadership conversation. We aim to move qualified candidates from first conversation to offer within three to four weeks.

Apply through WePlacement with an up-to-date resume. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the recruiting agency managing this confidential search.