VP/Head - Legal

2070 Health

  • Delhi
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
  • Apply easily
About 2070Health:2070 Health is India's pioneering Venture Studio dedicated to building transformative, patient-centric healthcare companies from the ground up. We partner with exceptional founders, provide deep operational support, and leverage our innovation platform to co-create and scale healthcare solutions that address critical needs in the Indian market.Job Summary:We are looking for an experienced and proactive VP – Legal to join our healthcare venture studio. This role will be instrumental in driving legal strategy, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance both at the parent company level and across diverse portfolio of healthcare-focused investee companies. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Indian corporate, commercial, and healthcare law, with the ability to guide high-growth businesses through complex legal landscapes.Key Responsibilities:Legal Advisory & Compliance:
  • Draft, review, and negotiate investment agreements for venture capital fund transactions, including Shareholders’ Agreements (SHA), Share Subscription Agreements (SSA), side letters, and related documentation.
  • Provide legal counsel on matters related to the Companies Act, 2013, clinical establishment norms, Drugs & Cosmetics Act, data protection (DPDP Act), labour laws, and other applicable healthcare and commercial regulations.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts including joint ventures, service agreements, IP licensing, vendor and employment contracts, lease agreements, and investment documentation.
  • Advise portfolio companies on risk mitigation, dispute resolution, statutory compliance, and legal strategy.
  • Support business expansion strategies including M&A, fundraising, partnerships, and franchise models.
  • Coordinate with external legal counsel for litigation management and specialised advisory.
  • Establish, implement and uphold legal frameworks across the parent company and its portfolio companies in accordance with Indian Corporate laws and SEBI regulations.
  • Supervise preparation and conduct of Board and General Meetings; review notices, agendas, resolutions, and minutes drafted by external CS firms.
  • Facilitate seamless communication between the board, senior management, shareholders, and stakeholders.
  • Maintain repository of legal agreements.
RequirementsQualifications & Experience:
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law (LL.B./LL.M.) from a recognised Indian university.
  • Qualified Company Secretary (CS) – Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) is preferred.
  • Prior experience in the healthcare, pharma, wellness, or technology-enabled service sector is strongly preferred.
  • Experience of working independently and alongside law firms in advising startups, venture-backed businesses and venture capital firms.
Key Skills:
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Indian corporate and Healthcare regulatory frameworks.
  • Familiarity with IP law, digital health regulations, medical data protection norms, and digital health standards.
  • Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and legal research capabilities.
  • High ethical standards, confidentiality, and sound business judgment.
  • Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and organisational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple entities, priorities, and timelines in a challenging environment.

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