Legal Counsel Opportunity at udChalo: Apply Now!

About udChalo
udChalo is a leading consumer technology company dedicated to serving India’s armed forces personnel and their families. Founded in 2012, we simplify access to essential services like Housing, Travel, Financial Services, and E-Commerce for the defense community with a focus on Making Life Simpler for Our Soldiers.
With a strong customer base of over 8,00,000+ users, we are proud to make life simpler for our soldiers through innovation, affordability, and trust.

About the Job
udChalo is hiring a Legal Counsel for its in-house legal team in Pune. The role involves working at the intersection of technology, contracts, compliance, and litigation, providing end-to-end legal support across the organisation.
Eligibility
- LL.B. / LL.M. from a recognised institution
- 3–6 years of post-qualification experience
- Experience in corporate / commercial law, preferably in IT, tech, or consumer-facing companies
- Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills
- Ability to work independently with a commercial mindset
Responsibilities
- Legal Advisory — Provide counsel on corporate, civil, commercial and criminal legal matters; research relevant laws and recommend risk-mitigation strategies.
- Contract Management — Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements, MSAs, NDAs, SaaS, vendor and employment contracts.
- Litigation & Dispute Resolution — Manage civil and commercial litigation, coordinate with external counsel, and represent the company before judicial forums where required.
- Compliance & Regulatory — Build and oversee compliance programs, track legislative changes, and ensure adherence across business functions.
- Corporate Governance — Maintain corporate records, support board processes, and ensure statutory compliance.
- Data Privacy & Security — Oversee compliance with the DPDP Act, GDPR and other applicable data protection regimes; maintain breach response protocols.
- Risk Management — Identify potential legal exposure and design mitigation policies.
- Criminal Law Matters — Handle white-collar matters, fraud and regulatory investigations as they arise.
- Policy & Training — Contribute to internal policy development and conduct legal awareness sessions for business teams.
Location
Pune (On-site)
Important Note
Urgent hiring — candidates available for immediate or short notice joining will be preferred



