Senior Manager, Contracts & Advisory

Bangalore, Karnataka
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

About PhonePe Limited:Headquartered in India, its flagship product, the PhonePe digital payments app, was launched in Aug 2016. As of April 2025, PhonePe has over 60 Crore (600 Million) registered users and a digital payments acceptance network spread across over 4 Crore (40+ million) merchants. PhonePe also processes over 33 Crore (330+ Million) transactions daily with an Annualized Total Payment Value (TPV) of over INR 150 lakh crore.PhonePe's portfolio of businesses includes the distribution of financial products (Insurance, Lending, and Wealth) as well as new consumer tech businesses (Pincode - hyperlocal e-commerce and Indus AppStore Localized App Store for the Android ecosystem) in India, which are aligned with the company's vision to offer every Indian an equal opportunity to accelerate their progress by unlocking the flow of money and access to services.Culture:At PhonePe, we go the extra mile to make sure you can bring your best self to work, Everyday!. And that starts with creating the right environment for you. We empower people and trust them to do the right thing. Here, you own your work from start to finish, right from day one. PhonePe-rs solve complex problems and execute quickly; often building frameworks from scratch. If you're excited by the idea of building platforms that touch millions, ideating with some of the best minds in the country and executing on your dreams with purpose and speed, join us!Job Title: Senior Manager - LegalLocation: Bangalore
Department: Legal & Regulatory
Education: LLB / LLM from a recognized university
Experience: Minimum 8-10 years of post-qualification experience in corporate legal practice, preferably in an in-house legal role with focus on IT contracts and commercial lawRole Overview:We are looking for a highly motivated and business-oriented Senior Manager - Legal to join our in-house legal team. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in drafting and negotiating technology-related contracts, including IT procurement, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) agreements, as well as a wide range of general commercial agreements relevant to the Indian corporate and regulatory environment.The role demands a balance of legal acumen, commercial awareness, and stakeholder management, ensuring all business operations align with applicable laws and contractual obligations, while supporting strategic business goals.Key Responsibilities: * Contract Drafting, Review & Negotiation

Draft, review, vet, and negotiate:

IT procurement agreements, cloud services contracts, hosting and infrastructure agreements
SaaS and PaaS agreements tailored to Indian and cross-border operations
MSAs, NDAs, SLAs, licensing agreements, reseller/partner agreements, and consulting/service contracts
Ensure clarity of commercial terms, risk allocation, limitation of liability, indemnity clauses, data protection, and termination conditions
Customize standard templates and build negotiation playbooks tailored to the company's risk appetite
Stakeholder & Business Partnering

Engage with cross-functional teams including IT, procurement, finance, information security, product, and operations to support contracting needs
Act as a legal advisor on commercial matters, advising on rights, liabilities, and risk mitigation strategies
Participate in internal business negotiations and vendor/onboarding processes from a legal standpoint
Compliance & Legal Risk Management

Ensure contracts are compliant with the Indian Contract Act, IT Act, Data Protection Laws and relevant statutory requirements
Stay abreast of evolving regulatory and compliance frameworks in India.
Maintain and update legal trackers, and contract repositories
Policy, Process & Template Management

Develop and periodically update contract templates, legal SOPs.
Drive awareness of legal and compliance policies through internal trainings and workshops
Contribute to automation initiatives for contract lifecycle management

Desired Candidate Profile:Must-Have Qualifications & Experience:

LLB or LLM from a recognized Indian law school/university
8-10 years of total PQE, with at least 3-4 years in an in-house legal role in IT/ITES/Technology sector
Experience in contract negotiation and legal advisory for software procurement, SaaS/PaaS deals, and commercial contracts
Familiarity with Indian IT regulatory frameworks, DPIIT guidelines

Key Skills:

Strong command of Indian contract law and commercial legal principles
Advanced legal drafting and redlining skills
Excellent negotiation skills with internal and external parties (vendors, suppliers, partners)
Risk-aware, yet commercially flexible
Proficient in legal tools, MS Office, and contract management systems

Soft Skills:

High integrity and professional ethics
Strong interpersonal and stakeholder communication skills
Ability to manage workload independently with minimal supervision
Problem-solving attitude with a focus on enabling business within legal boundaries

Nice to Have:

Exposure to cross-border SaaS transactions and international contracting norms
Knowledge of the upcoming Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) and its business implications
Understanding of intellectual property rights in technology licensing
Prior experience with internal audit, legal compliance checklists, or vendor legal due diligence

Why Join Us?

Work in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment
Be part of a legal team that plays a strategic role in enabling scalable, technology-led growth

PhonePe Full Time Employee Benefits (Not applicable for Intern or Contract Roles)

Insurance Benefits - Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Life Insurance
Wellness Program - Employee Assistance Program, Onsite Medical Center, Emergency Support System
Parental Support - Maternity Benefit, Paternity Benefit Program, Adoption Assistance Program, Day-care Support Program
Mobility Benefits - Relocation benefits, Transfer Support Policy, Travel Policy
Retirement Benefits - Employee PF Contribution, Flexible PF Contribution, Gratuity, NPS, Leave Encashment
Other Benefits - Higher Education Assistance, Car Lease, Salary Advance Policy

Our inclusive culture promotes individual expression, creativity, innovation, and achievement and in turn helps us better understand and serve our customers. We see ourselves as a place for intellectual curiosity, ideas and debates, where diverse perspectives lead to deeper understanding and better quality results. PhonePe is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all its employees and job applicants equally; regardless of gender, sexual preference, religion, race, color or disability. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or reasonable accommodation, during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process,Read more about PhonePe .

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