Chandhiok & Mahajan is hiring a Senior Associate/Managing Associate with 5 to 7 years of PQE for its Digital Regulations, Emerging Technologies, Privacy & Cybersecurity practice in Mumbai or Delhi.
About the Organisation
Chandhiok & Mahajan, formerly Chandhiok & Associates, is a multidisciplinary law firm focused on providing solution-based approaches to clients’ legal needs. The firm is among the fastest-growing firms in India and has been recognised as a rising force by various publications and editorials globally.
Eligibility
• 5 to 7 years of PQE
• Substantial law-firm experience in data privacy, technology, TMT, IT contracts, or a related advisory practice
• Hands-on experience advising clients on data protection, including DPDP assessments and implementation
• Ability to interpret legislation, regulations and regulatory guidance, including evolving and grey areas of law
• Ability to independently manage client workstreams, timelines and stakeholders
• Strong drafting, contract review and negotiation skills
• Ability to identify legal and commercial risks and provide practical, commercially oriented advice
• Candidates with less than 5 years of PQE or without law-firm experience will not be considered
Position details
• The role is intended for a mid-senior level lawyer and requires strong legal and commercial judgment, independent execution capabilities and experience in managing complex client workstreams
• Data Privacy & DPDP: Lead and support DPDP Act and Rules assessments, gap assessments and implementation, including privacy governance, policies, notices, data processing arrangements and vendor assessments
• Technology & Commercial Advisory: Review, draft and negotiate technology, SaaS, IT, outsourcing, vendor, licensing and data protection agreements, with an understanding of the underlying technology and business model
• AI & Emerging Technology: Advise on AI governance, regulatory requirements, AI products and use cases, AI-related contracting and data protection implications
• Legal Analysis & Quality: Conduct research and advise on complex and evolving legal issues, identify grey areas and competing interpretations, develop defensible positions and review junior-level work
• Project & Team Management: Manage multiple client workstreams and timelines, supervise the team, coordinate with clients and internal stakeholders and ensure effective execution of matters
Job details
• Position: Senior Associate / Managing Associate
• Experience: 5 to 7 years PQE
• Practice area: Digital Regulations, Emerging Technologies, Privacy & Cybersecurity
• Location: Mumbai or Delhi
How to apply
Interested candidates may apply by sharing their CV along with a brief cover note/letter setting out their relevant experience via email at opportunities@chandhiok.com
