Legal jobs · Delhi NCR

Legal jobs in Delhi NCR

Live openings we are recruiting for right now, plus ten representative mandates across law firms, in-house legal teams, compliance and company secretarial functions in Delhi NCR - with the full job description for each.

About this page. Current openings below are live searches. The roles we recruit for section beneath them is representative, not a live vacancy list. Legal requirements in Delhi NCR change week to week and a large share of our searches are confidential, which is why no hiring company is named here. If a role below is close to what you are looking for, send us your CV - we will contact you when a matching brief is live, and you will always be told who the employer is before your details are shared with anyone.

Current openings

Live searches we are running right now. Apply directly - the role and its reference are filled in for you.

Open now Law firm · Senior level

Deputy Principal Associate - Litigation & Data Privacy

A fast-growing boutique law firm based in New Delhi

Ref XR-DEP-9297
  • Practice areaLitigation, Dispute Resolution & Data Privacy
  • LocationNew Delhi
  • Experience7-8 years PQE
  • TypePermanent

A Deputy Principal Associate with 7-8 years of post-qualification experience and strong expertise across litigation, dispute resolution and data privacy, particularly under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.

Full job description

The firm is looking for someone with substantial experience independently handling litigation matters, drafting pleadings and legal documents, appearing before courts and tribunals, and advising clients on contentious and regulatory matters.

Exposure to data protection, privacy and technology laws, and to DPDP compliance work, is essential rather than desirable.

Key responsibilities

  • Advise clients on the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and the applicable rules and regulations.
  • Help clients develop and implement data privacy and data protection frameworks and compliance programmes.
  • Review and draft privacy policies, data processing agreements, data protection clauses, consent notices, data sharing agreements and related documentation.
  • Advise on the obligations of data fiduciaries and data processors, covering consent, notice, processing, retention and security requirements.
  • Assess and manage data breaches, privacy incidents and regulatory risk.
  • Conduct privacy and data protection audits and gap assessments, and provide actionable recommendations.
  • Advise on data protection requirements in commercial transactions, employment arrangements, technology agreements and vendor contracts.
  • Track developments in Indian data protection and privacy law and advise clients on the impact.

Desired skills and competencies

  • 7-8 years of post-qualification experience from a reputed law firm, chambers or established legal practice.
  • Strong and demonstrable experience in litigation and dispute resolution.
  • Practical, hands-on exposure to the DPDP Act, 2023 and data privacy law.
  • Excellent drafting, legal research and analytical skills.
  • The ability to handle matters independently and take ownership of assignments.
  • Strong court craft, and a working understanding of litigation strategy and procedure.
  • Excellent communication and client-management skills.
  • The ability to work to tight timelines across several matters at once.

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Open now Law firm · Senior level

Principal Associate - Real Estate & Property Disputes

A boutique law firm based in New Delhi

Ref XR-PRI-1883
  • Practice areaReal Estate & Property Disputes
  • LocationNew Delhi
  • Experience7-8 years PQE
  • TypePermanent

A Principal Associate with 7-8 years of post-qualification experience and a specialised practice in real estate and property disputes, able to take ownership of complex, high-value property litigation with minimal supervision.

Full job description

The role calls for substantial experience independently handling complex property litigation: title disputes, possession and eviction, specific performance, injunctions, partition, landlord-tenant matters, development and construction disputes, and disputes arising from real estate transactions.

Key responsibilities

  • Handle complex real estate and property disputes independently, from inception to final disposal.
  • Represent clients before the Supreme Court, High Courts, District Courts, RERA authorities and appellate tribunals, the NCLT and other relevant forums.
  • Handle disputes relating to title, ownership, possession, partition, inheritance, easement, encroachment and adverse possession.
  • Handle specific performance, injunction, declaration, cancellation and recovery proceedings.
  • Advise on and handle landlord-tenant, lease, licence, rent and eviction disputes.
  • Handle disputes arising from sale and purchase agreements, development agreements, joint development agreements, construction contracts and real estate projects.
  • Handle RERA proceedings, including complaints, appeals and related litigation.
  • Draft and review plaints, written statements, petitions, applications, replies, rejoinders, affidavits, legal notices and written submissions.
  • Research property law, real estate regulation, contract law, civil procedure and applicable state-specific law.
  • Develop litigation strategy, assess legal risk, and advise clients on likely outcomes and settlement options.
  • Appear at hearings, conduct arguments and represent clients before the appropriate forum.
  • Manage evidence, documentary records, witnesses and case files, and keep to procedural timelines.

Advisory and transaction support

  • Advise clients on property-related legal risk and on disputes likely to arise from real estate transactions.
  • Review title documents, development agreements, sale agreements, lease deeds and conveyance deeds from a dispute-risk perspective.
  • Assist clients with title issues, encumbrances, possession problems and regulatory concerns.

Desired skills and competencies

  • 7-8 years PQE with substantial, demonstrable experience specifically in real estate and property disputes.
  • Strong hands-on experience managing complex property litigation independently.
  • A firm grasp of the Transfer of Property Act, Specific Relief Act, Registration Act, Indian Contract Act, CPC, Limitation Act and applicable RERA law.
  • Strong drafting across pleadings, applications, legal notices, opinions and written submissions.
  • Proven court-appearance and advocacy experience.
  • Excellent legal research, analytical and drafting skills.

Preferred background

  • A specialist in real estate and property disputes rather than a general civil litigator.
  • Able to take ownership of complex, high-value property disputes with minimal supervision.

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Open now Non-legal · Mid level

Outreach Events Coordinator

One of the leading public policy think tanks based in New Delhi

Ref XR-OUT-4164
  • Practice areaOutreach & Events
  • LocationNew Delhi
  • Experience2+ years
  • TypePermanent

Plan and run conferences, dialogues, seminars and workshops end to end, under the guidance of the Outreach Director, and give speakers, partners and attendees a seamless experience.

Full job description

This role is central to the smooth, high-quality execution of events. It suits a proactive, detail-oriented person who is comfortable working to a process, solving problems under time pressure, and delivering for every stakeholder in the room.

Key responsibilities

  • Coordinate and execute events from concept to completion, including venue selection, vendor RFPs, on-site setup and post-event breakdown.
  • Manage event vendors - venues, audio-visual, catering, transport and translation - so operations run smoothly.
  • Handle event budgets, track expenses, process invoices and reconcile payments with the finance team.
  • Coordinate speaker and participant invitations, travel, accommodation and hospitality.
  • Manage registrations, RSVPs and all event correspondence with participants, speakers and partners.
  • Run post-event evaluations, collect feedback and prepare reports that feed continuous improvement.
  • Maintain event records and materials, including documentation supporting partnership and funding proposals.
  • Engage and coordinate interns, volunteers and internal staff across all major outreach events.

Qualifications and skills

  • At least 2 years of experience in event or programme coordination.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and Google Workspace, and comfort with project management tools.
  • Strong organisational, communication and vendor-negotiation skills.
  • A master's degree in a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Familiarity with public policy or think tank environments is preferred.
  • Working proficiency in Hindi and English.

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Roles we recruit for

Representative mandates, not live vacancies. If one is close to what you want, send your CV and we will contact you when a matching brief opens.

Law firm · Senior level

Senior Associate - Dispute Resolution

Ref XR-SEN-9416
  • LocationNew Delhi
  • Experience5-8 years
  • TypePermanent

A disputes practice with a mix of commercial litigation and arbitration is hiring a senior associate to run matters with limited supervision and to supervise juniors on drafting and research.

Full job description

Key responsibilities

  • Run commercial litigation and domestic arbitration matters from pleadings through to hearing.
  • Draft plaints, written statements, applications, appeals, statements of claim and defence.
  • Appear before trial courts, tribunals and the High Court, and brief senior counsel where required.
  • Manage case strategy and keep clients updated on realistic outcomes and timelines.
  • Supervise associates on research, document review and first drafts.
  • Maintain court diaries, cause lists and matter records accurately.

Requirements

  • LL.B. and enrolment with a State Bar Council.
  • 5-8 years in dispute resolution at a law firm or in litigation practice.
  • Independent drafting ability and comfort on your feet in court.
  • Working knowledge of the CPC, Evidence Act, Arbitration and Conciliation Act, and the Commercial Courts Act.

Also useful

  • Experience of institutional arbitration.
  • Insolvency work before the NCLT.

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Company secretarial · Senior level

Company Secretary - Listed Entity

Ref XR-COM-1079
  • LocationNoida
  • Experience6-10 years
  • TypePermanent

A listed company needs a qualified company secretary to own the secretarial and listing-compliance function and to act as the interface between the board and the regulators.

Full job description

Key responsibilities

  • Own compliance with the Companies Act 2013 and the SEBI LODR Regulations.
  • Convene board, committee and general meetings; prepare agendas, notices, minutes and resolutions.
  • Make timely filings with the Registrar of Companies, the stock exchanges and SEBI.
  • Maintain statutory registers and records, and manage the annual report and secretarial audit cycle.
  • Advise directors on governance, disclosure obligations and related party transactions.
  • Coordinate with the registrar and transfer agent, and handle investor correspondence.

Requirements

  • Associate or Fellow member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India.
  • 6-10 years of secretarial experience, including work with a listed entity.
  • Detailed working knowledge of the Companies Act 2013 and SEBI LODR.
  • The composure to work directly with a board and its committees.

Also useful

  • An additional LL.B.
  • Experience of a fund raise, scheme of arrangement or listing event.

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Compliance · Mid level

Compliance Manager - Financial Services

Ref XR-COM-0195
  • LocationGurugram
  • Experience5-8 years
  • TypePermanent

A regulated financial services business is building out its second line of defence and needs a compliance manager who can turn RBI expectations into controls the business will actually follow.

Full job description

Key responsibilities

  • Maintain and test the compliance framework, policies and monitoring plan.
  • Track RBI circulars and master directions and assess their impact on products and processes.
  • Run the AML and KYC programme, including transaction monitoring and reporting obligations.
  • Conduct compliance testing and thematic reviews, and follow issues through to closure.
  • Prepare compliance reporting for senior management and the board committee.
  • Support regulatory inspections and coordinate responses to regulator queries.

Requirements

  • Graduate degree; a professional qualification in law, accountancy or company secretaryship is preferred.
  • 5-8 years in compliance within banking, NBFC, insurance or payments.
  • Practical knowledge of the applicable RBI framework and the PMLA obligations.
  • The ability to say no to a business team and explain why in commercial terms.

Also useful

  • Certification such as CAMS.
  • Experience of a regulatory inspection or a remediation programme.

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In-house · Mid level

Intellectual Property Counsel

Ref XR-IP-6814
  • LocationDelhi NCR
  • Experience4-8 years
  • TypePermanent

A brand-led business needs an IP counsel to manage its trade mark portfolio and to run enforcement against counterfeiting and misuse.

Full job description

Key responsibilities

  • Manage the trade mark portfolio - filing, prosecution, oppositions and renewals across classes.
  • Run enforcement: cease and desist correspondence, takedowns, and instructing counsel on infringement actions.
  • Advise marketing and product teams on brand, advertising and packaging clearance.
  • Draft and negotiate licensing, co-branding and technology transfer agreements.
  • Maintain the IP docket and the associated agent and counsel relationships.
  • Handle domain name disputes and online marketplace complaints.

Requirements

  • LL.B. and enrolment with a State Bar Council.
  • 4-8 years of IP practice, in-house or at a firm.
  • Working knowledge of the Trade Marks Act 1999 and the Copyright Act 1957.
  • Practical enforcement experience, not only prosecution.

Also useful

  • Registration as a patent agent.
  • Experience of anti-counterfeiting operations.

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In-house · Mid level

Employment & Labour Law Counsel

Ref XR-EMP-7706
  • LocationGurugram
  • Experience5-8 years
  • TypePermanent

A multi-site employer needs a counsel to own employment law advice, labour compliance and the legal side of workplace investigations.

Full job description

Key responsibilities

  • Advise HR and business leaders on hiring, performance management, transfers, restructuring and exits.
  • Draft employment contracts, policies, settlement agreements and separation documentation.
  • Own labour law compliance across establishments and monitor the new labour codes as they are brought into force.
  • Advise on and support internal committee proceedings under the POSH Act.
  • Manage employment disputes and conciliation proceedings with external counsel.
  • Deliver manager training on employment risk in practical terms.

Requirements

  • LL.B. and enrolment with a State Bar Council.
  • 5-8 years of employment and labour law experience.
  • Working knowledge of the Industrial Disputes Act, Shops and Establishments legislation, the POSH Act and the labour codes.
  • Discretion, and a calm manner in sensitive matters.

Also useful

  • Experience of a restructuring or site closure.
  • Multi-state compliance exposure.

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Legal jobs FAQs

Are these live vacancies?

These are representative roles - the kinds of legal mandate we recruit for across Delhi NCR. Live requirements change week to week and many searches are confidential, so we do not list client names or open a public application form for each one. Send your CV and tell us the type of role you want, and we will come back to you when a matching brief is live.

Why are the hiring companies not named?

A large share of legal hiring, particularly at senior and in-house level, is run confidentially. Naming the employer would breach that. Once a shortlist conversation begins, you are told exactly who the employer is before anything is shared with them.

Does a candidate pay any fee?

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What happens after I send my CV?

It is read by a consultant, not filtered by a keyword tool. If there is a live brief that fits, we call you to talk it through before your details go anywhere. If there is not, your CV stays on file for future briefs, and you can ask us to remove it at any time.

Which legal roles do you recruit for most often?

Corporate and commercial counsel, dispute resolution associates, compliance and company secretarial professionals, and senior in-house appointments up to Head of Legal and General Counsel, across Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Greater Noida, Faridabad and Ghaziabad.

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