Company:

India’s first CAPEX (capital expenditure) enabling platform and FinTech group. It provides highly innovative equipment related solutions across all the segments in India. It has set up a platform to provide a large number of equipment related services right from purchase of the equipment to financing it to recycling the used machinery at the end of the tenure.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive individual to join as an Executive Assistant cum Project Manager. This role involves providing high-level administrative support mainly to the CEO and if required to the other CXO team, managing projects, and handling accounts payable tasks, including the preparation and mailing of invoices, letters etc to the vendors.

The Executive Assistant cum Project Manager will be responsible for providing in-depth administrative support to the CEO, managing multiple projects concurrently, and ensuring seamless coordination between various departments, various legal entities and business units. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent execution, organizational and communication skills.

Reporting to: CEO

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Management:
   • Take ownership of key projects from initiation to completion, ensuring
     timelines and deliverables are met
   • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to gather project requirements and facilitate effective communication.
2. Communication and Liaison:
   • Act as a primary point of contact between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders
   • Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations on behalf of the executives.
3. Accounts Payable:
   • Prepare and process invoices accurately and in a timely manner
   • Coordinate with vendors to resolve any invoice discrepancies and ensure timely payment
   • Reconcile accounts payable transactions and maintain vendor records.
4. Information Management:
   • Organize and maintain files, records, and documentation to ensure efficient data retrieval
   • Research and compile information as needed for projects and executive decision-making.
5. New Office setup and Inspection:
   • Help in setting up of new offices PAN India
   • Travel to offices for inspections, ensuring compliance with company standards and policies
   • Provide detailed reports on branch operations, identifying areas for improvement.
6. Budget Monitoring:
   • Assist in budget tracking for projects, events, and other initiatives, ensuring adherence to financial guidelines.
7. Problem Solving:
   • Anticipate and proactively address challenges, providing effective solutions to ensure project and administrative success.
8. Team Collaboration:
   • Foster collaboration and communication among team members to drive project success
   • Assist in the development and implementation of project management best practices.
9. Executive Support:
   • Manage the executive team's calendars, appointments, and travel arrangements
   • Prepare and organize materials for meetings, ensuring executives are well prepared.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field
2. Proven experience as an Executive Assistant to CEO and Project Manager
3. Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
4. Strong written and verbal communication skills
5. Proficient in project management tools and Microsoft Office suite
6. Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Company:

India’s first CAPEX (capital expenditure) enabling platform and FinTech group. It provides highly innovative equipment related solutions across all the segments in India. It has set up a platform to provide a large number of equipment related services right from purchase of the equipment to financing it to recycling the used machinery at the end of the tenure.

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Manager/ AVP Human Resources (HR) to lead the HR department of the entire group of companies of our client. The ideal candidate should possess a strategic mindset, excellent leadership skills, and a comprehensive understanding of HR functions. You will be responsible for developing and implementing HR policies, managing talent acquisition, fostering employee engagement, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations. The role will span for the entire Group that may consist 2 to 3 entities with total employee strength of 100 to 120 over next 2 years.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic HR Leadership:
   • Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with the company's goals, ensuring
     a positive and inclusive workplace culture
   • Collaborate with leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business objectives.
2. Payroll Administration:
   • Oversee end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and
     timely disbursement
   • Manage payroll-related functions, including tax withholding, benefit deductions, and other relevant aspects
   • Stay abreast of payroll laws and regulations, implementing necessary changes to maintain compliance
   • Manage employee insurances and coordination with the insurance company.
3. Compliance Management:
   • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations
   • Regularly audit HR practices to identify and rectify compliance gaps
   • Implement and update HR policies and procedures to reflect changes in regulations
   • Undertake appropriate background checks.
4. Talent Acquisition and Management:
   • Lead the recruitment process, ensuring a seamless onboarding experience for
     new hires and exit procedures for out going employees
   • Develop strategies for talent retention, career development, and succession planning.
5. Performance Management:
   • Oversee performance evaluation processes, providing guidance on performance improvement and recognition initiatives.
6. Employee Relations:
   • Manage employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent treatment and
     resolution of conflicts
   • Provide guidance to management on handling employee-related matters.
7. Training and Development:
   • Identify training needs, develop programs, and support employee career growth.
8. HR Administration:
   • Oversee HR administration functions, including benefits administration and HRIS management
   • Manage recruiting agencies and consultants
   • Work on technology platform to ensure all compliances and other HR initiatives.
9. Budget Management:
   • Develop and manage the HR budget, optimizing processes for cost efficiency.

Requirements:

1. Master degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
2. Minimum of 7 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
3. Proven track record of developing and implementing HR strategies that drive business results and foster a positive workplace culture
4. Strong knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and best practices
5. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
6. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with employees at all levels of the organization.

Organization: A technology company working in the renewable energy space.

We are hiring a senior professional who has worked on policy advocacy in renewable energy sector to drive business.

Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for government liaising work
2. Liaison with various state Govt. authorities for multiple approvals
3. To understand/ comprehend/ prepare various types of documentation/ proposals for obtaining necessary approvals and NOCs
4. Organizing all the paperwork related to the liaising work
5. Maintain relationships with the officials and others for the liaising work mediating with district, state and central Government Departments on behalf of the company relating to various sanctions and approvals
6. Developing a network of consultants or business development manager in various states to coordinate with Government departments
7. Responsible to drive a complete tender business, generate demand with government departments, attract various state or district level funds, and ensuring business targets are achieved through a liaising process
8. Clarification of bid conditions and management of the tender preparation
9. Monitoring of the bid management in order to ensure it is aligned with the organization's requirements
10. Contribution to cost and price calculations
11. Coordination of tender reviews and deadlines and adjust them to the frameworks given by the customers
12. Responsible for attending Govt departments, pre-bid meeting and drive company technical specifications in the tender Building various policies with Govt Department and various government authorities to generate institutional demand.

Organization:

Our client is one of the leading microfinance institution in India.

Job Summary:

This role is responsible to understand the strategic business plan and translate objectives into tactical action plans. Also, responsible for designing, developing and implementing marketing and sales campaigns, employee motivation and branch management.

Reporting To: Zonal Manager - RF

Broad Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Devising & effectuating competitive sales programs/strategies to improve the product awareness and ensure enhanced brand visibility
2. Manage productivity by fixing productivity parameters for AMs/BMs/ROs, monitoring the performance towards individual targets & business goals
3. Ensuring highest levels of employee relationship, motivation & engagement to drive results & high levels of employee satisfaction
4. Effectively engage programs with Group Lending team, motivating them to source RF business. This involves training, joint meetings, sharing regular MIS, managing escalations etc.
5. Interact with Credit, Operations & Risk teams to understand and contribute to overall processes & profitability across locations
6. Drive and Implement Sales strategy to deliver Net Income in compliance with organization's goals
7. Proactively work on business expansion module i.e. identifying location in new geographies, setting up office, recruitment, training etc.
8. Conduct regular and detailed business reviews with team, to ensure business strategies are executed, Team management & Grooming of the team to achieve their respective targets
9. Liaison with credit, risk, operation & IT department for seamless execution of finance schemes & implementation of new policies
10. Managing the Delinquency of the business sourced to ensure health of portfolio
11. Ensure implementation of promotional plans & contests and suggesting new and innovating promotion plan for the area of work
12. Ensure adherence to policies, procedures, processes and other regulatory/audit requirements while conducting sales.

Requirements:

1. Graduate/ Post graduate with minimum 8 yrs of work experience
2. Exposure in Microfinance Industry (Individual Lending) is required
3. Should have product knowledge and skills on Business loans, Vehicle Loan and Mortgages
4. Ability to work in both Open and Captive market
5. Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and other computer based system is attractive
6. Ability to create a workplace environment and culture that allows all employees to develop and excel in their jobs
7. Coaching and mentoring skills to help sales employees overcome weaknesses and shortcomings
8. Exceptional customer facing and interpersonal skills to enable difficult situations to be overcome successfully
9. Demonstrates an excellent leadership, time management, organizational and reporting skills
10. Superior level Communication Skills, Sales and Marketing skills of modern business methods and controls
11. Knowledge of native language is mandatory.

Organization:

Our client is one of the leading microfinance institution in India.

Job Summary:

1. This position is responsible for achieving branch targets of outreach, portfolio quality and portfolio disbursement on a monthly basis, through a team of Kendra managers
2. This position is responsible for maintaining controls and compliances of the branch
3. This position is also responsible for overall administration and upkeep of the branch.

Location:

• Andhra Pradesh: Amarapuram, B Kothakota, Chittoor District, Gajapathinagaram, Gorantla, Kadiri, Kothacheruvu, Mulakalacheruvu, Palakonda, Penugonda, Rajam, Rayachoti

Reporting To: Area Manager

Broad Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Operations:
   • Achieve branch targets of outreach, portfolio volume and portfolio quality for both existing and new products and services as per agreed targets month on month
   • Maintain and ensure retention of clients on a month on month basis
   • Plan monthly disbursements at the branch to ensure standards of idol cash are maintained as per the limits set for the branch
   • Comply with accounting processes to manage and handle cash at the branch as per established norms
   • Monitor and maintain expenditure within the established limits at the branch level
   • Implement audit compliance procedures and checks at the branch at the required frequency
   • Coordinate new member/ group visits( for rei interview) after KMs completing the CGTs
   • Ensure preparation and submission of all documents and reports as per agreed timelines
   • Monitoring of the existing kendras on quarterly basis under the branch
   • Ensuring the smooth completion of Audit process of the branch
   • Ensuring recovery of overdue amounts under the branch
   • Conducting the social development activity at the branch.
2. People:
   • Review and monitor Kendra manager performance on a weekly and monthly basis
   • Ensure Kendra managers adhere to standards of client interaction, rapport and relationship building.
3. Administration:
   • Identify the location, space and procure infrastructure for the new branch and set-up the infrastructure for the branch with the support the regional Admin Manager
   • Monitor and ensure branch requirements in terms of stationary, supplies etc are adequate and general upkeep is maintained month on month.

Requirements:

1. Graduation and above
2. Should have relevant experience from the same industry (MFI)
3. Minimum 4 years of experience in microfinance sector
4. Should be ready to travel
5. Telugu language is mandatory
6. Age limit: <40 yrs max
7. Gender: Male candidates

Organization:

Our client is one of the leading microfinance institution in India.

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for ensuring Quality Loan portfolio.

Location:

1. Chhattisgarh: Durg
2. Karnataka: Jayanagar, Kolar, KR Pete, Hosadurga, Sira, Tumkur
3. Madhya Pradesh: Narmadapuram
4. Maharashtra: Amaravati, Bhigwan, Nandurbar, Sangola, Sawantwadi, Sillod, Wardha, Yavatmal, Yeola
5. Tamil Nadu: Madurai, Thiruvallur, Tiruvanamalai, Vellore

Reporting To: Area Credit Manager

Broad Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Conduct loan utilization checks as per the schedule for all clients
2. Conducting house/ on-site visits to the customer house/ projects
3. Conducting check for high ticket size loans as per the instructions of the Regional Credit Team
4. Ensure publicity and awareness on products and processes to the branch staff
5. Imparting training to the branch staff on the products and processes
6. Build rapport and relationship with clients and branch staff
7. Reporting of daily events to Area Credit Manager
8. To maintain of all records & Books as per the requirement
9. Co-ordinating with the Regional Credit Team and branch branches for any queries.

Requirements:

1. Graduation and above
2. Minimum 3 years of experience in Credit underwriting of Affordable Housing Loan, LAP, Mortgage Loan
3. Local language is mandatory
4. Willing to travel
5. Operations, Sales & Credit underwriting experience from JLG (Joint Liability Group) product background will not be considered.

Organization:

Our client is one of the leading microfinance institution in India.

Job Summary:

1. This position is responsible for achieving branch targets of outreach, portfolio quality and portfolio disbursement on a monthly basis
2. Manage sales, collections, operations, disbursements and end to end activity for the respective branch
3. This position is responsible for maintaining controls and compliances of the branch.

Location:

1. Karnataka: Mandya, Mysore
2. Madhya Pradesh: Narmadapuram
3. Maharashtra: Amaravati, Bhigwan, Sangola, Sawantwadi, Wardha, Yavatmal
4. Tamil Nadu: Coimbatore, Chengalpattu, Thiruvallur, Vellore

Reporting To: Area Manager

Broad Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Operations:
   • Achieve branch targets of outreach, portfolio volume and portfolio quality for all Individual Lending Products, existing and new products and services as per agreed targets month on month
   • Maintain and ensure retention of clients on a month on month basis
   • Plan daily activities at Branch through Sales, Collection and Operation Team
   • Comply with accounting processes to manage and handle cash at the branch as per established norms
   • Monitor and maintain expenditure within the established limits at the branch level
   • Implement audit compliance procedures and checks at the branch at the required frequency
   • Develop a strong business team and monitor them to ensure profitability
   • Ensure preparation and submission of all documents and reports as per agreed
     timelines.
2. People:
   • Review and monitor entire team and individual performance on a weekly and monthly basis
   • Ensure team is adhering to standards of client interaction, rapport and relationship building.
3. Administration:
   • Identify the location, space and procure infrastructure for the new branch and set-up the infrastructure for the branch with the support the regional Admin Manager
   • Monitor and ensure branch requirements in terms of stationary, supplies etc. are adequate and general upkeep is maintained month on month.

Requirements:

1. Degree is a must. MBA/Post Graduation is a plus
2. Minimum 5 experience in Sales of Affordable Housing Loan, LAP, Mortgage Loan & Branch Management
3. Local language is mandatory
4. Willing to travel
5. Operations & JLG background candidates will not be considered.

Organization:

Our client is one of the leading microfinance institution in India.

Job Summary:

1. This position is responsible for achieving branch targets of outreach, portfolio quality and portfolio disbursement on a monthly basis
2. Manage sales, collections, operations, disbursements and end to end activity for the respective branch
3. This position is responsible for maintaining controls and compliances of the branch.

Location:

1. Karnataka: Chikkodi, Gokak
2. Maharashtra: Aurangabad, Ichalkaranji, Jalna, Shrirampur, Sillod, Yeola
3. Tamil Nadu: Coimbatore, Erode, Kallakurichi, Thanjavur

Reporting To: Area Manager

Broad Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Operations:
   • Achieve branch targets of outreach, portfolio volume and portfolio quality for all Individual Lending Products, existing and new products and services as per agreed targets month on month
   • Maintain and ensure retention of clients on a month on month basis
   • Plan daily activities at Branch through Sales, Collection and Operation Team
   • Comply with accounting processes to manage and handle cash at the branch as per established norms
   • Monitor and maintain expenditure within the established limits at the branch level
   • Implement audit compliance procedures and checks at the branch at the required frequency
   • Develop a strong business team and monitor them to ensure profitability
   • Ensure preparation and submission of all documents and reports as per agreed timelines
2. People:
   • Review and monitor entire team and individual performance on a weekly and monthly basis
   • Ensure team is adhering to standards of client interaction, rapport and relationship building
3. Administration:
   • Monitor and ensure branch requirements in terms of stationary, supplies etc. are adequate and general upkeep is maintained month on month

Requirements:

1. Minimum 5 yrs experience in Affordable Housing Loan, LAP (Loan against property), Mortgage Loan & Branch Management
2. Graduation and above
3. Local language is mandatory
4. Willing to travel

Organization:

Our client is a cash flow credit company that facilitates working capital lines for SMEs to procure inventory.

As a Branch Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the operations and management of branch. An ideal candidate will be the independent profit centre head responsible for branch profitability through optimum product mix and sales of invoice finance, business loans and other financial products in the assigned territory.

As a branch manager you will be leading the team of 5-6 persons handling sales, collection and customer service in the assigned territory. You will play a pivotal role in driving business growth, delivering exceptional customer service, and ensuring operational efficiency.

Role & Responsibilities:

1. Manage and oversee the daily operations of the branch, including customer service, Retail sales, Anchor sales, business loan sales, collections and employee management
2. Recruit, train, and mentor branch staff to ensure high performance and productivity
3. Sourcing Invoice finance cases for the assigned territory using the sales team
4. Enroll local DSA/ connectors for sourcing business loans/ invoice Finance cases
5. Overlook collections team to maintain the desired collection resolution
6. Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulations
7. Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, local brand teams, distributors, and all stakeholders
8. Monitor and analyse branch performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement effective strategies
9. Manage branch budget, controlling costs, and optimizing resource allocation
10. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product development and innovation
11. Stay updated with industry trends, market conditions, and competition in the financial services sector
12. Provide reports and regular updates to senior management on branch performance, achievements, and challenges.

Requirements:

1. Graduate qualification is mandatory (post-graduation is a plus)
2. 4 to 6 years (mid-level) of relevant experience
3. Strong communication skills (English, Hindi & Regional Language)
4. Excellent interpersonal skills
5. Effective problem-solving and negotiation abilities
6. Capacity to work independently and collaboratively
7. Driven to achieve targets and meet strict deadlines
8. Involves extensive fieldwork
9. Possesses a valid driver’s license and personal transportation

Organization:

Our client is one of the leading microfinance institution in India.

Job Summary:

Employee is responsible to handle the Two-wheeler loan such as Product and process monitoring, Pre-disbursement document checking and payment authorisation, coordinating with RPC’s, Training to RPC team on Two wheeler product and process, Two-wheeler PDD handling including E-NACH/NACH, Co-ordinating with all the stakeholders, Publishing MIS.

Reporting To: Senior Manager – Centralised Operation

Broad Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Timely updation of dealer onboarding and price updation
2. Pre-disbursement document verification and payment authorisation for dealer and sharing the letter to dealer
3. Regular follow up with the Dealer/Sub dealer for pending Insurance/invoice/vehicle registration
4. Ensure HP entries are done properly for all the disbursed cases
5. This position is responsible for proper co-ordination of all stakeholders of Regional Processing Centres
6. Coordinate with respective RPCs in case of any requirements
7. Ensure team is adhering to standards of client enrolment, TAT in processing of the documents and maintain good rapport and relationship with all stakeholders
8. Ensure preparation and submission of all documents and reports as per agreed timelines
9. Monitoring the PDD process at RPC level, PDD follow up and storage process
10. Verification of queries raised by audit team and rectification of queries instantly if possible
11. Monitoring the E-NACH status for the disbursed cases
12. Preparing the SOP’s
13. Data analysis and identifying the system level challenges and addressing the same

Requirements:

1. Qualification: Any Graduation/Post Graduation
2. Eligible grade: D1
3. Min 3 yrs of relevant experience in Two-Wheeler/Auto loan/three wheeler/car loan/used car loan, etc.
4. Team Coordination
5. Finding the correct tools to improvise the work & make it easier for Team
6. Coordination with Team for achieving team goals
7. Excellent communication skills (English, Kannada & Hindi. Knowing Tamil would be an added advantage)
8. Passion for continuous learning
9. Advanced research skill
10. Ability to handle multi-task and address multiple issues
11. Should be open to handle challenges to meet the expectations out of the box
12. Required computer knowledge with MS Word, MS PowerPoint & MS Excel Languages known – Kannada, English, other language is an added advantage
13. Good knowledge in products, process, policy drafting and designing, solution designing and documentation.

Organization:

Our client is one of the leading microfinance institution in India.

Job Summary: This position is responsible for raising timely funds as per the business requirements.

Reporting To: Head – Fund Raising

Broad Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Exposure to Multilateral/Offshore entities
2. Exposure to Corporate banking/financial markets
3. Exposure to Domestic & International rating exercise
4. Prepare/Analysis of CMA Data (Credit Monitoring Arrangement)
5. Knowledge on diversified products – International PTC/DA, NCD, RDB, ECB, transactions, etc.
6. Exposure in raising funds from FPIs, DFC, HNI, Mutual Funds, Family Offices
7. Fund raising exposure from new investors avenues including European and Japanese markets, etc.
8. Lead on development of new funding streams
9. Understanding of Ind-AS financials/Ratios/Regulatory standards
10. Understanding on ALM, Business Projections, MIS, Budgeting
11. Interpersonal and Analytical skills

Mandatory Skills:

1. Knowledge of the fundraising environment
2. Highly self-motivated and able to work autonomously, take initiative and make decisions
3. Proven ability to build, manage and develop key stakeholder
4. Strong leadership skills

Requirements:

1. Experience in financial analytics would be an added advantage
2. Preferably 3-6 years of experience
3. Experience in NBFCs and NBFC-MFI
4. Education: UG/PG with Finance Background
5. Preferably female candidates

About the Company:

India's first CAPEX (capital expenditure) enabling platform and FinTech. It provides highly innovative equipment related solutions across all the segments PAN India for the last 8+ years. It has set up a platform to provide a large number of equipment related services right from purchase of the equipment to financing it to recycling the used machinery at the end of the tenure.

STRATEGIC LEASING AND FINANCING SOLUTIONS (SLFS):

One of the services it offers on its platform is called SLFS. Here, the company advises various corporates across various industry segments in their capex funding. The company advises these companies mainly for leasing or for raising loans for the capital expenditure envisaged. The company has built its proprietary platform to process these leads end to end seamlessly.

About the Position: 

The VP - Sales will lead the company's SLFS business in Chennai and nearby areas. Currently it is an individual contributor role but the team will be expanded as per the business requirements.

Responsibilities:

1. Generating high quality leads across all the segments identified for funding capital expenditure
2. Tap into newer high growth segments where large capital expenditure requirement is visible
3. Undertake market mapping and scientific lead identification process
4. Assist in lease/loan structuring and its pricing
5. Assist in documentation flow and its closure
6. Work closely with internal teams and funding partners to ensure that the lead is closed
7. Work with multiple partners to ensure a very efficient TAT per deal

Key Abilities & Experience:

1. Very strong communication and negotiation skills
2. Strong deal sourcing skills and ability to spot the right customer
3. Customer centric approach to deal making
4. Ability to build long term relationship
5. Readiness to travel extensively across India
6. Ability to source large value structured deals
7. Minimum 5 to 10 years of experience. Strong track record of MSME, mid corporate and large corporate financing.

The person needs to have a very high level of integrity, honesty and a value system. The candidate should be able to take a holistic view of the transaction and how it can benefit multiple stakeholders in the deal.

About the Company:

A CAPEX (capital expenditure) enabling platform and FinTech. It provides highly innovative equipment related solutions across all the segments in India. It has set up a platform to provide large number of equipment related services right from purchase of the equipment to financing it to recycling the used machinery at the end of the tenure.

STRATEGIC LEASING AND FINANCING SOLUTIONS (SLFS):

One of the services it offers on its platform is called SLFS services. Here, it advises various corporates across various industry segments in their capex funding. The company advises these companies mainly for leasing or for raising loans for the capital expenditure envisaged. The company has built its proprietary platform to process these leads end to end seamlessly.

Responsibilities:

1. Generating high quality leads across all the segments identified for funding capital expenditure
2. Tap into newer high growth segments where large capital expenditure requirement is visible
3. Undertake market mapping and scientific lead identification process
4. Assist in lease/loan structuring and its pricing
5. Assist in documentation flow and its closure
6. Work closely with internal teams and funding partners to ensure that the lead is closed
7. Work with multiple partners to ensure a very efficient TAT per deal

Key Abilities:

1. Very strong communication and negotiation skills
2. Strong deal sourcing skills and ability to spot the right customer
3. Customer centric approach to deal making
4. Ability to build long term relationship
5. Readiness to travel extensively across India
6. Ability to source large value structured deals

The person needs to have a very high level of integrity, honestly and value system. The candidate should be able to take a holistic view of the transaction and how it can benefit multiple stakeholders in the deal.

Base location will be Delhi NCR. Traveling should not be a limitation.

Company Overview:

Our client is a dynamic startup committed to empowering small dairy farmers in rural India. Their mission is to enhance the livelihoods of these farmers by providing innovative solutions and creating a robust ecosystem that supports their growth. With a focus on financial inclusion and sustainable practices, the company aims to transform the rural agribusiness landscape.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and passionate individual to join our client's team as the Rural Agribusiness Development Manager. This pivotal role will involve not only establishing and managing a comprehensive network of on-ground and online services but also gathering crucial data, running surveys, and facilitating effective communication with dairies and service providers. Location would be dynamic- with most of the time spent on field in Rajasthan.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Planning:
   • Develop and implement a strategic roadmap for building a robust ecosystem of services for small dairy farmers.
   • Identify key areas for intervention and expansion within the rural agribusiness sector.
2. Network Building:
   • Establish and nurture relationships with service providers, agricultural experts, and stakeholders in the rural community.
   • Build a network of on-ground services, including veterinary care, agricultural equipment, and training programs.
3. Partnership Development:
   • Collaborate with relevant government agencies, NGOs, and other organizations to create impactful partnerships.
   • Negotiate and manage agreements with service providers to ensure high-quality and cost-effective services for farmers.
4. Data Collection and Surveys:
   • Design and conduct surveys to gather essential data on the needs and challenges of small dairy farmers.
   • Analyze collected data to inform strategic decisions and program development.
5. Liaison and Communication:
   • Act as a liaison between the company, dairies, and service providers to facilitate effective communication.
   • Ensure feedback from stakeholders is collected and utilized for continuous improvement.
6. Technology Integration:
   • Identify opportunities to leverage technology for online services, including digital platforms for market access, training, and information dissemination.
   • Oversee the integration of technology solutions to enhance the efficiency of agribusiness processes.
7. Team Leadership:
   • Recruit, train, and manage a team of professionals dedicated to rural agribusiness development.
   • Provide leadership and guidance to the team to achieve set objectives.

Qualifications:

1. Educational Background:
   • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Rural Development, or a related field.
2. Experience:
   • Proven track record in agribusiness development, rural entrepreneurship, or a related field.
   • Experience in gathering and analyzing data, running surveys, and liaising with stakeholders on the ground.
3. Skills:
   • Strong leadership and strategic planning skills.
   • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
   • Understanding of the agricultural landscape in India, specifically the dairy sector.
   • Familiarity with technology solutions for rural development.
4. Passion and Commitment:
   • A genuine passion for improving the livelihoods of small dairy farmers.
   • Commitment to sustainable and inclusive agribusiness practices.

Organization:

Our client is an incubator for startups.

About the Role:

With the increasing scale of the work, our client is strengthening the current internal legal and compliance team. They want to add an aspiring and motivated Lawyer to the team who can lead the legal work of the Company and manage the legal team. The ideal candidate is someone with experience in startup transactions and managing the team. Your key responsibilities will be to lead the legal and compliance work of the organization including startup investments, due-diligence, exits and all other investment vehicles’ legal and compliance matters.

If you’re a lawyer with expertise in transaction documentation, corporate laws, and VC investments, and you’re interested in working as in-house counsel, eager to work with some of the best minds in the startup ecosystem to build a career, then this may be a good fit for you.

Key areas of responsibility

1. Transaction-related - Work with the investment team to draft/ and review end to end transactions documents including:
   • Managing end-to-end investment process including supporting legal, due diligence of target company (the investee) prior to investment, drafting and reviewing share subscription agreement(s) and shareholders agreement(s), reviewing and drafting CP/CS documents, MCA forms, Share certificate, and stamping and executing agreements/documents, etc.
   • Drafting, and reviewing exit documents including share purchase agreements.
   • Drafting/ reviewing general commercial agreements to engage with advisors, consultants, and employees. 
   • Drafting and reviewing agreements with startups, i.e., prototyping support agreement, incubation cum mentoring agreement, space allocation agreement, etc.
   • Reviewing, negotiating and finalizing investment agreements for both first and follow-on investments.
   • Working with the legal firms to conduct due diligence and help finalize CP/CS findings, and finalise the investment documents on a case-to-case basis.
   • Be the point of contact and manage and execute all legal and compliance reviews/requirements related to or coming from the portfolio companies.
   • Work closely with the finance team for investment disbursal.
   • Advising portfolio companies on legal and compliance matters when required.
   • Managing legal and compliance team and setting up the right processes to deliver high-quality services to internal business units.
   • Represent the organization during negotiations with other co-investors and their representatives including lawyers.
2. Setting up and managing Investment vehicles:
   • Assist in structuring new investment vehicles
   • Help in reviewing agreements with LPs and other partners
   • Manage communication with the trustee company
   • Handle applicable regulatory compliance with SEBI, RBI, Trustee, etc

Key Skills/Abilities

1. Qualification: Lawyer with 5 to 8 years of relevant work experience in the VC/PE industry (either as fund counsel or from a law firm)
2. Excellent legal drafting skills are essential for this position.
3. Experience working cross-functionally and collaboratively.
4. Excellent spoken and written communication skills
5. Ability to analyse laws and regulations
6. Excellent team-leading and management skills
7. In-depth knowledge of companies law, Contract Act, Stamp Act, Foreign Exchange Management Act and SEBI regulations dealing with venture funds
8. Intellectual curiosity and ability to “get smart quick” on a wide variety of topics
9. Proficiency in MS Office and contract management software