Manager - Legal

Job Title: Manager - Legal

Location: HSR Layout, Bangalore

Employment Type: Full-time

About Agrizy:

Agri-food tech startup Agrizy, founded in 2021 by Saket Chirania and Vicky Dodani, is dedicated to transforming the agrifood processing sector. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies, Agrizy addresses the common challenges encountered by FPOs and MSME agrifood processors. Through Agrizy, the underutilized capacities of MSME agrifood processors are linked with the customized processing needs of major buyers in both domestic and global markets. Additionally, Agrizy assists these processors in sourcing raw materials from farm-gate aggregators and FPOs, standardizing their operations and processing facilities through technology, obtaining quality certifications, and enabling access to working capital from formal lenders at competitive rates.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive individual to lead our Legal department. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for overseeing all legal activities, providing strategic legal guidance. Your expertise will play a pivotal role in drafting and negotiating critical contracts, guiding corporate governance, and supporting the company through mergers, acquisitions, and dispute resolutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all legal and compliance activities.
• Provide legal advice and guidance on various corporate legal matters.
• Draft and negotiate contracts, including commercial agreements, joint venture agreements, licensing agreements, etc.
• Assist in the development and implementation of corporate governance policies and procedures.
• Draft and vet complex agreements executed by the Company with outside dealers and sellers.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on various regulatory compliance matters.
• Provide legal support for mergers and acquisitions, including conducting due diligence and drafting transaction documents.
• Draft and issue legal notices and represent on behalf of the company.
• Represent the company in dispute resolution proceedings, including arbitration and litigation.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify legal issues and provide practical solutions.
• Strong Contract negotiation experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts in a clear and concise manner.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a team.
• Experience with drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, conducting due diligence for mergers and acquisitions, and representing clients in dispute resolution proceedings.

You are a great fit if you have:

• Startup mindset- Self thinking capability with high ownership.
• Diplomatic and can act according to ones own judgement.
• High integrity in dealing business information.
• Peoples person with active listening.
• Both humble and effective in handling senior executives.

Why Join Agrizy?

• Innovative Environment: Be a part of a forward-thinking company in the exciting AgTech space.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of agrifood processing.
• Growth Opportunities: At Agrizy, we prioritize employee development and growth take ownership and grow with us.
• Inclusive Culture: We are an inclusive and diverse team, where every individuals voice is heardand valued.

Our Core Values (OPIC)

At Agrizy, our core values define who we are and how we work:

• Ownership: We take responsibility for our actions and outcomes, empowering every team member to drive results and lead their success.
• Passion: We are deeply passionate about innovation and sustainability, continuously striving to solve the toughest challenges in agrifood processing.
• Impact: Our work creates meaningful change, making a real difference in the world around us.
• Collaboration: We believe in the power of working together, fostering an open, supportive environment where diverse perspectives lead to success.