Consultant - Legal & Policy Advisory

Position: Consultant - Legal & Policy Advisory 

Employment type: Full-time Contract (initially 3 months, with potential extension up to 1 year, subject to mutual interest) 

Location: Mumbai 

Business Unit: Foundations Advisory 

Language preference: Marathi speaking preferred 

About Sattva 

Sattva Consulting is a global impact consulting firm from India. Since 2009 we have been engaging with communities, business and government to achieve societal impact at scale. 

We believe that Civil society, Business and Government all have a critical role to play in building an equitable and sustainable world, and we actively partner with all stakeholders to enable impact through our advisory & orchestration services, knowledge and data platforms which we have built as public goods for the ecosystem and collaborative solutions and partnerships. 

Our teams are based in India, Singapore, Denmark and UK, but as a global organization our work has spanned 25 countries and 5 continents. For more information, please visit: www.sattva.co.in 

The Opportunity 

As a Consultant at Sattva, you will work closely with senior stakeholders on a government engagement with the Government of Maharashtra, focused on HR and Workplace reforms. You will bring your legal expertise and understanding of relevant legislation to support research, review existing legal and regulatory frameworks, identify gaps and develop recommendations for reform. You will be part of a Sattva team supporting the research and analysis, while taking ownership of the legal review and contributing to high-quality, actionable recommendations. 

This role offers an opportunity to apply your legal expertise to a public-purpose engagement and contribute to meaningful policy and regulatory change. 

Key Responsibilities 

Legal & Regulatory Research 

● Research and review existing Acts, rules, regulations, government resolutions and policies relating to human resource management in the context of the Maharashtra Government.

● Analyse relevant legal and regulatory provisions to understand their implications, identify gaps, inconsistencies and areas requiring reform. 

● Review relevant precedents, government policies and frameworks to inform recommendations. 

Analysis 

● Conduct relevant quantitative/qualitative analysis on the data sets on a periodic basis to cull out meaningful insights and build a narrative that addresses the program objectives. 

● Present insights in a concise and meaningful manner to various types of stakeholders. 

● Curate data based reports to enable informed decision making. 

Stakeholder Engagement & Team Collaboration 

● Work closely with senior government stakeholders and the Sattva project team to understand requirements and support the engagement. 

● Engage with relevant stakeholders to gather inputs, validate findings and incorporate feedback into recommendations. 

● Take ownership of assigned workstreams, ensuring quality, accuracy and timely delivery of outputs. 

● Work collaboratively with the Sattva research and consulting team to integrate analysis with broader project findings and recommendations. 

Qualifications and experiences 

● 4-6 years of experience in consulting, social enterprises, consulting firms or global foundations. 

● A degree in Law (LL.B. or equivalent) is mandatory. A postgraduate qualification in law, public policy or a related field would be an added advantage.

● Significant relevant experience in HR & labour compliances, legal research, legislative or regulatory review, policy advisory, or related areas. Prior experience working with government, public institutions or on public policy engagements would be highly desirable. 

● Prior experience of working in a multi-stakeholder environment will be an added advantage. 

● Written and verbal fluency in Marathi would be desirable. 

● Self-driven, curious, and adaptable personality with the ability to produce high-quality results. 

● Willingness to work from client location, 5 days a week, if required / travel to remote locations as per the requirements of the project.

Why Sattva?

It's not about us really- Because IMPACT is everybody’s business.

• Create Impact: Make an impact with the work you do and the solutions you design

• Work Environment: Thrive in a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative environment

• Learn & Grow: Challenge yourself to learn, grow, and deliver the best you can

• Future Ready: Work on critical issues of today that will affect our collective tomorrow

How to Prepare?

This is your opportunity to showcase not only your qualifications but also your unique personality and passion for making a meaningful impact. Approach your application with intentionality, ensuring that each word reflects your commitment to excellence and aligns seamlessly with the values of Sattva.

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Next Steps

Together towards a sustainable world with opportunity for all!

Sattva is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, caste, creed, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected and/or marginalized characteristics. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are essential to our business and we foster an environment of respect and a culture that celebrates diversity and promotes equity and inclusion. We are committed to providing all employees with education, training, and development opportunities to create a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and included.

Please note: The organization follows a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy, under which employees are required to use their personal laptops for work purposes, subject to compliance with the company’s information security and IT policies. Necessary tools for operating, will be provided.