Senior Legal Counsel

About
Skyroot Aerospace: 

Skyroot Aerospace is a
cutting -edge startup founded by former ISRO scientists, dedicated to making
space access more affordable and accessible. We are pushing the boundaries of
aerospace technology with a dynamic team that fosters creativity, collaboration,
and a commitment to excellence. Join us on a transformative journey to redefine
the possibilities of space exploration. Welcome to the forefront of space
innovation with Skyroot Aerospace!

Purpose
of the Role:

We are looking for a meticulous
and detail -oriented Senior Legal Counsel to join our growing team. The ideal
candidate will have experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a
variety of legal documents, including customer and vendor agreements. Knowledge
of space law and statutory compliance is a strong advantage. This role will
also involve handling due diligence, ensuring legal compliance, and assisting
with secretarial activities.

Responsibilities:

1)  Drafting
and Vetting of Agreements:

•        Draft and review customer agreements (experience
in the space sector is highly advantageous).

•        Draft and vet vendor agreements, including those
related to procurement, logistics, and services.

2)  Non -Disclosure
Agreements (NDAs):

•        Draft, review, and negotiate NDAs with external
stakeholders.

3)  Space
Law Expertise:

•        Understand and interpret space laws, working
closely with space authorities to ensure compliance with relevant regulations.

4)  Statutory
Compliance:

1. Ensure compliance with various statutory
requirements, including but not limited to:

▪  Factories
Act

▪  Environmental
Acts

▪  Petroleum
and Explosives Safety Organization (PESO) ▪             Labour Laws

▪  Information
Technology Laws

▪  Data
Protection Laws

2. Oversee timely filing of statutory
returns.

5)  Due Diligence:

•        Conduct and manage legal due diligence for
various business transactions.

•        Experience in handling Equity and Debt fund
raising transactions, Shareholder Agreements, Share Subscription Agreements and
Financing Agreements.

6)  Drive
implementation of Compliance management tool for the Company.

7)  Interaction
with Central and State Governments for policy driving and implementation in
Space and other laws

8)  Secretarial Support:

•        Assist with company secretarial duties and
ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements.

Qualifications:

1.  Education:

•        Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB or equivalent). A
Master’s degree in Law (LLM) would be an added advantage.

2.  Experience:

•        8+ years of experience in legal drafting and
compliance. Experience in the space sector is a plus.

Skills:

•        Strong understanding of contract law and
statutory compliance.

•        Excellent drafting, negotiation, and
communication skills.

•        Familiarity with space law, environmental
regulations, and labour laws is desirable.

•        Ability to work independently as well as part of
a team.

•        High attention to detail and strong
organizational skills.

Perks & Benefits: We provide seamless transportation,
nourishing meals and elevated wellbeing – Because we believe everyone deserves
a smooth ride to success!