Legal Associate (Contracts)

Complete Guide: Legal Associate (Contracts) at Treelife, Mumbai

Treelife, a premier professional services firm specializing in legal, compliance, finance, and operational solutions for startups and established businesses, is inviting applications for the position of Legal Associate – Contracts. This full-time, on-site role is based at the prestigious Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It offers an exceptional opportunity for mid-level legal professionals to manage complex commercial contracts and global compliance frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

The selected Legal Associate will manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle and support clients with international regulatory compliance. Key duties include:

• Contract Drafting & Negotiation: Independently drafting, reviewing, redlining, and negotiating diverse commercial agreements, including Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) Agreements, Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Amendments, and Change Orders.
• Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM): Recording, maintaining, and tracking executed agreements within contract databases, as well as managing renewals, extensions, renegotiations, and terminations.
• Data Privacy Compliance: Assisting clients in implementing robust privacy and data protection frameworks, ensuring alignment with global regulations such as GDPR, COPPA, and other international standards.
• Process Optimization: Supporting clients in establishing and sustaining efficient legal and compliance processes while securing commercially favorable positions.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for this position must meet the following requirements:

• Educational Qualification: An LL.B. degree from a reputed institution.
• Professional Experience: 3 to 5 years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE). Prior experience as an in-house corporate counsel or within a corporate legal environment is highly preferred.
• Core Competencies: Strong contract negotiation abilities, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a solid understanding of global privacy laws.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Exposure and Learning Opportunities

This role provides extensive exposure to global contract management practices across diverse regions, including APAC, MENA, and LATAM. Associates will gain hands-on experience in cross-border commercial contracting, GDPR implementation, and advanced contract lifecycle management systems.

Application Process

Interested and eligible candidates can apply directly through the official LinkedIn job posting. Ensure your resume highlights relevant experience in commercial contracts, privacy laws, and contract lifecycle management.