The Role
Supports M&A, financing, and commercial contracting transactions. Drafts and negotiates SPAs, SSAs, SHAs, debt and equity documents, and commercial agreements. Leads transaction due diligence, coordinates external advisors, manages closing requirements, and maintains contract systems. Owns data protection and privacy compliance, including policies, DPAs, and data-sharing agreements, while advising business teams on legal and contractual risks.
Summary Generated by Built In
Does working for 150+ million children of Bharat excite you?
Then this opportunity is for you!
About us:
ConveGenius is an AI-native education infrastructure company transforming how governments, enterprises, and social institutions deliver learning and governance outcomes at population scale. Operating across B2G and B2B segments, the company partners with state governments, CSR funders, philanthropies, and social enterprises to build intelligent education ecosystems that are both impactful and commercially sustainable.
At its core, ConveGenius runs two synergistic business lines:
- SwiftAI – the intelligence and automation layer that powers citizen engagement, governance efficiency, and real-time decision-making for governments and institutions.
- SwiftSchool – the learning infrastructure layer that integrates adaptive learning, digital classrooms, and analytics to drive measurable student and system outcomes.
This dual-engine model enables ConveGenius to serve as the technology backbone for education reform — connecting classrooms, communities, and command centres through a unified AI-powered framework. Unlike traditional edtech companies that deliver content, ConveGenius builds infrastructure — platforms that integrate deeply into public delivery systems while enabling private and philanthropic partners to scale their missions with measurable results.
With operations across 22+ Indian states and partnerships with multilaterals, CSR alliances, and government departments, ConveGenius has established itself as a partner-friendly enterprise trusted for aligning policy priorities with social and financial returns. Supported by institutional investors and guided by a double bottom line philosophy, the company consistently delivers impact at scale and profitability with purpose.
As ConveGenius enters its next phase of growth, it is shaping the future of AI-led public education infrastructure — where technology, partnerships, and governance intelligence converge to redefine how nations learn and thrive.
Learn more about us: https://linktr.ee/convegenius11
About the Role:
We are looking for a transactions-focused legal Associate to join our in-house legal team, supporting M&A, financing, and commercial contracting activity. This role will independently structure, negotiate, and close transaction documentation, and will also serve as the primary point of contact for data protection/privacy matters and day-to-day contract management. The ideal candidate brings hands-on transactional experience from a corporate law firm or a comparable in-house legal function.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents including Share Purchase Agreements (SPAs), Share Subscription Agreements (SSAs), Shareholders' Agreements (SHAs), and ancillary transaction documents.
- Support structuring, documentation, and execution of debt and equity instrument issuances, including term sheets, security documents, and related regulatory filings.
- Lead due diligence exercises for transactions, including coordinating data rooms, reviewing target company documentation, and preparing due diligence reports/summaries.
- Own the company's data protection and privacy compliance program, including advising on applicable data protection laws (e.g., the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023), drafting/reviewing privacy policies, DPAs, and data sharing agreements.
- Manage end-to-end contract lifecycle — drafting, redlining, negotiating, and finalizing commercial contracts (vendor, customer, NDAs, MSAs, licensing, and partnership agreements).
- Build and maintain a contract management framework/repository, including templates, playbooks, approval workflows, and renewal/expiry tracking.
- Coordinate with external counsel, investment bankers, and other advisors on transaction execution and closing mechanics, including conditions precedent/subsequent and post-closing compliance.
- Advise internal stakeholders (Finance, Business Development, IT) on contractual and data protection risk in new business initiatives and vendor onboarding.
- Track regulatory developments in data protection, corporate, and securities law relevant to the company's transactions and contracting practices.
Qualifications:
- LL.B. (3-year or 5-year) from a recognized university; enrolled with the Bar Council of India.
- 2 to 4 years of post-qualification experience in corporate/transactional practice at a corporate law firm, or equivalent in-house experience.
- Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating SHAs, SSAs, SPAs, and documentation for debt and equity instruments.
- Working knowledge of data protection and privacy law, with practical experience drafting privacy policies, DPAs, or advising on data compliance frameworks.
- Strong experience in contract management — drafting, negotiating, and maintaining a range of commercial agreements.
- Sound understanding of corporate law (Companies Act, 2013), FEMA/exchange control basics, and general transaction mechanics.
- Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, with the ability to work directly with business teams and external counsel.
- Ability to manage multiple transactions/contracts concurrently and work independently under deadlines.
- Prior experience in a corporate/M&A team at a law firm, or an in-house legal/transactions team handling a similar deal mix.
- Exposure to venture capital/private equity investment documentation is a plus.
- Certification or working familiarity with global privacy frameworks (e.g., GDPR) in addition to Indian data protection law.
What We Offer and Why You Should Join ConveGenius
At ConveGenius, we create an environment where purpose meets growth. You will be part of a mission driven organization that is transforming how learning reaches children across India, especially at scale and where it matters most.
- Work with a diverse and passionate team spread across India, bringing together people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and expertise.
- Be part of an organization with a strong on ground presence across more than two thirds of India, giving you exposure to large scale, real world impact.
- Play a meaningful role in strengthening the education ecosystem and contributing directly to learning outcomes for millions of children.
- Gain experience working at the intersection of education, technology, and public systems, building skills that are highly relevant and future focused.
- Work in a culture that values ownership, learning, and collaboration, with space to take initiative and grow professionally.
- Enjoy stability and peace of mind with employee friendly benefits, including health insurance coverage and other supportive policies.
- If you are driven by purpose, enjoy solving complex problems, and want your work to create visible impact, ConveGenius offers a place to grow while making a difference.
Skills Required
- LL.B. from a recognized university, through either a three-year or five-year program
- Enrollment with the Bar Council of India
- Two to four years of post-qualification experience in corporate or transactional practice at a corporate law firm or equivalent in-house role
- Experience drafting and negotiating shareholders' agreements, share subscription agreements, share purchase agreements, and debt and equity instrument documentation
- Working knowledge of data protection and privacy law, including practical experience drafting privacy policies, DPAs, or advising on data compliance frameworks
- Strong commercial contract management experience, including drafting, negotiating, and maintaining vendor, customer, NDA, MSA, licensing, and partnership agreements
- Understanding of the Companies Act, 2013, FEMA or exchange control basics, and transaction mechanics
- Excellent legal drafting and negotiation skills
- Ability to work directly with business teams and external counsel
- Ability to manage multiple transactions and contracts concurrently and work independently under deadlines
- Prior experience in a corporate or M&A law firm team, or an in-house legal or transactions team handling a similar deal mix
- Exposure to venture capital or private equity investment documentation
- Certification or working familiarity with global privacy frameworks such as GDPR
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The Company
What We Do
ConveGenius is an education-technology company focused on making learning accessible and engaging for every child. It develops technology-enabled education solutions, including SwiftChat, SwiftPAL, Swift Insights, and Vidya Samiksha Kendra initiatives, and collaborates with governments and partners to support educational transformation. Its work combines digital learning, AI-powered tools, and large-scale outreach, with deployments spanning Indian states and a user base exceeding 150 million.
