About Us:
Paytm is India's leading mobile payments and financial services distribution company. Pioneer of the mobile QR payments revolution in India, Paytm builds technologies that help small businesses with payments and commerce. Paytm’s mission is to serve half a billion Indians and bring them to the mainstream economy with the help of technology.
Role Overview:
As a Manager , you will be responsible for providing comprehensive legal support across the organization, with a primary focus on ensuring legal compliance, and risk management within the real money gaming space. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, including product, marketing, compliance, and finance teams, to provide
strategic legal counsel and ensure that all activities align with relevant laws and regulations in India.
Key Responsibilities:
Legal Compliance & Risk Management:
o Oversee the legal aspects of the company's operations, ensuring compliance with Indian gaming laws, online gambling regulations, and other relevant legal frameworks.
o Advise on regulatory matters, including licensing, compliance, advertising, and consumer protection laws in the context of real money gaming.
o Stay up to date with evolving regulations in the gaming and tech sectors to ensure the business remains compliant.
o Conduct legal risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate legal and operational risks.
o Assist in obtaining and renewing licenses and permits necessary for the company's operations in India
o Advise senior management on corporate governance matters, including compliance with company law, data privacy laws, and internal policies.
o Develop and implement internal policies, guidelines, and training programs to ensure that all employees are aware of legal requirements and best practices.
Contract Management:
o Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including vendor agreements, game / platform licensing agreements, marketing agreements, collections and payment support services, and user terms & conditions.
o Drafting and final vetting of all sell side and buy side agreements, lease deeds, NDA, addendums, policies and guidelines etc. in discussion with customer, vendor, landlord, concerned departments. Includes interaction and
negotiation with customers or vendors on important clauses. Ensure company has valid contracts that protect company’s interest with all the parties and comply with applicable laws and protect the company’s interests.
Cross-functional Collaboration:
o Work closely with internal teams, including marketing, product development,
and finance, to provide proactive legal support and mitigate potential risks in
business strategies.
o Offer guidance on promotional campaigns, user data management, and other
operational matters to ensure they align with legal and regulatory standards.
Experience:
o Minimum of 7-8 years of experience in legal practice, with a focus on gaming or Entertainment space.
o In-depth knowledge of Indian laws relating to online gaming, gambling, data
privacy, intellectual property, and consumer protection.
o Experience in contract negotiation, drafting, and dispute resolution.
o Strong understanding of the regulatory landscape governing real money
gaming in India.
o Excellent communication, negotiation, and drafting skills.
o Ability to think strategically and work collaboratively across different business functions.
o Strong analytical skills with the ability to simplify complex legal concepts for non-legal stakeholders.
o Familiarity with international gaming laws and cross-border compliance is a
plus.
Qualifications:
Education: LLB (Bachelor of Laws) from a recognized university; additional qualifications such as an LLM or professional certifications in relevant fields are a plus.
Desired Attributes:
Proactive, results-oriented, and able to work independently.
Detail-oriented with a strong ability to balance legal risk with business needs.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team-oriented culture.
Why join us: Merit-based culture that thrives on self-motivated & driven individuals who are set out to make a successful career in India’s fastest-growing Fintech Organization. Agile & democratic setup that gives space to your creativity, and offers the opportunity to work at scale coupled with an environment that encourages diverse perspectives at all times.
Compensation: If you are the right fit, we believe in creating wealth for you With enviable 500 mn+ registered users, 21 mn+ merchants and depth of data in our ecosystem, we are in a unique position to democratize credit for deserving consumers & merchants – and we are committed to it. India’s largest digital lending story is brewing here. It’s your opportunity to be a part of the story!