Job Opening: Legal Counsel

• Firm: BSR Legal

• Location: Bengaluru, India (Hybrid / On-site)

• Position Type: Full-time

• Experience Required: 2–5 Years PQE (Post-Qualification Experience)

• Reporting To: Managing Counsel / Principal Associate

About BSR Legal

BSR Legal is an institutional legal advisory firm providing end-to-end corporate law, employment compliance frameworks, commercial contract architecture, and statutory risk management solutions for startups, growing enterprises, and multinational corporations. We emphasize proactive risk mitigation, operational integrity, and modern technology integration to deliver business-centric legal solutions.

Role Overview

We are looking for a highly articulate, meticulous, and proactive Associate Advocate specializing in Employment Law & Labor Compliance. In this role, you will advise client organizations on workforce governance, draft and review commercial employment documentation, oversee statutory compliance frameworks (including POSH compliance), and support pre-litigation dispute strategies.

Key Responsibilities

1. HR & Employment Compliance Advisory

• Conduct statutory employment compliance audits across Indian central and state labor regulations (Factory Act, Shops & Establishment Act, EPF, ESI, Payment of Gratuity, etc.).

• Lead POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) implementation for client organizations, including policy drafting, Internal Committee (IC) constitution, and annual statutory report filings.

• Formulate workplace policies, including Code of Conduct, Whistleblower Policies, Remote Work frameworks, and Disciplinary Procedures.

2. Contract Drafting & Negotiations

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex employment agreements, Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Non-Competes, Consultant Contracts, and Severance/Exit Agreements.

• Assist founders and executive leadership teams with ESOP policy frameworks, founder vesting terms, and senior management employment contracts.

3. Pre-Litigation & Legal Dispute Resolution

• Draft legal notices, statutory replies, and show-cause notices related to employment disputes, breach of contract, and non-solicitation violations.

• Assist senior advocacy counsel in preparing case documentation, pleadings, and factual background briefs for employment-related proceedings.

4. Client Engagement & Legal Research

• Perform thorough legal research on legislative amendments, judicial precedents, and regulatory updates in labor and corporate law.

• Interface directly with HR heads, legal managers, and corporate leadership to provide clear, actionable legal guidance.

Key Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: LL.B. or B.A. LL.B. from a recognized law school/university.

• Bar Enrolment: Active enrollment with the Bar Council of India (State Bar Council).

• Experience: 2 to 5 years of post-qualification experience in corporate employment law, compliance advisory, or employment contract drafting (law firm or corporate in-house experience preferred).

• Core Skills:

  • Exceptional legal drafting, proofreading, and contract analysis skills.

  • Sound working knowledge of Indian employment statutes, state shop & establishment rules, and POSH Act regulations.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate legal terminology into clear business advice.

  • Ability to work independently under tight deadlines with high attention to detail.

What We Offer

• Growth & Mentorship: Direct collaboration with senior leadership and opportunity to handle independent client files.

• Modern Legal Environment: Exposure to cutting-edge legal tech tools, digital legal research databases, and modern advisory workflows.

• Competitive Remuneration: Industry-standard salary package benchmarked against candidate experience and qualifications.

• Flexible Work Model: Hybrid work arrangements with clear performance milestones.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application through our online portal or via email:

• Email: Send your CV and a brief cover letter to bhargavi.rao@thebsrlegal.com with the subject line: "Application: Legal Analyst - [Your Name]".