Job Post: Senior Associate – Legal & Regulation at IIHS, Bengaluru [5+ Years Experience] [Apply Now]
About the Position
The Indian Institute for Human Settlements (IIHS), Bengaluru is seeking a Senior Associate – Legal & Regulation for its Bengaluru office. This full-time position focuses on legal and regulatory matters, supporting a wide range of institutional activities including contract management, compliance, advisory, and research related to the not-for-profit sector as well as urban law and higher education.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide legal and regulatory support on contracts, procurement, tenders, and construction agreements (Works, Design-Build, PPP).
- Advise on transactional aspects, including IPR, documentation, litigation support, memos, and opinion writing.
- Conduct legal and regulatory due diligence, process drafting, and support litigation as needed.
- Research and analyze legislative and policy developments, central and state, affecting higher education and urban law.
- Draft and update institutional processes, policies, and regulations.
- Undertake rigorous research on contracts, labor law, privacy, taxation, and related areas.
- Contribute to academic and training programs across IIHS activities.
- Ensure timely and effective compliance reporting and documentation.
Reporting Structure
The Senior Associate will report to the Chief – Legal & Regulation or an assigned authority at IIHS, and will coordinate with internal teams, external stakeholders, and students.
Person Specification
- Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B. minimum).
- At least 5 years’ relevant experience, preferably with not-for-profit sector exposure.
- Strong drafting, analytical, and research skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Excellent written English and effective communication in Hindi/Kannada.
- Experience with government regulatory procedures and interdisciplinary environments.
- Ability to handle deadlines, litigation, and rigorous research assignments.
- Exclusive role: Cannot undertake conflicting professional assignments.
Diversity and Policy
IIHS is an equal opportunity employer. Applications from women, people with disabilities, and under-represented communities are strongly encouraged.
Location
Bengaluru, with possible travel to other locations as required by IIHS.
Application Procedure
- For clarifications on the online application, write to hr@iihs.co.in.
- Ensure exclusivity of engagement during the tenure.