Legal Executive
Position: Full-time
Experience: 1-3 years of experience
Location: Hyderabad (On-site), Telangana, India
About the Role
Capital Now is a digital-first lending platform making instant cash loans simple, secure, and stress-free. We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Executive to support the legal and compliance function at Capital Now. This is a hands-on role suited for someone with 1–3 years of post-qualification experience who is keen to build depth in corporate law, regulatory compliance, and contract management within a fast-paced financial services environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support adherence to RBI guidelines applicable to NBFCs and Lending Service Providers (LSPs), including Fair Practices Code and disclosure norms.
- Track, review, and summarise RBI circulars relevant to lending, outsourcing, customer communication, and data privacy.
- Assist in RBI inspections, statutory audits, and internal compliance reviews.
- Coordinate responses for RBI CMS complaints and escalated regulatory grievances, ensuring timely resolution and proper documentation.
- Support the grievance redressal framework in line with regulatory norms.
- Draft, review, and negotiate agreements (NDAs, MSAs, etc.) with third-party vendors, SaaS partners, API integrations, payment gateways, and credit bureaus.
- Draft and maintain customer-facing documents including loan agreements, terms & conditions, and grievance policies.
- Review NBFC–LSP agreements and ensure clear delineation of roles, data protection obligations, and regulatory liability boundaries.
- Maintain and organise a contract repository with renewal and compliance tracking.
- Review app store listings, descriptions, and data permissions for compliance with Google Play Store and Apple App Store policies.
- Coordinate with product and tech teams during policy reviews or platform escalations.
- Align product flows and customer journeys with applicable regulatory expectations.
Requirements
- LLB (LLM preferred) with 1–3 years of post-qualification experience in corporate law, fintech/compliance, or a related field.
- Sound knowledge of RBI regulations, NBFC/LSP framework, and data privacy laws (IT Act, DPDP Act).
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Smooth coordination between legal, product, and ops teams on compliance-sensitive initiatives.
- Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills.
- High attention to detail and a structured, process-oriented approach to work.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Opportunity for growth and career advancement.
- A dynamic, fast-paced, and supportive work environment.
Why Join Us
- CapitalNow is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. We offer a generous total rewards package, dynamic work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an energizing atmosphere for professional development.
- No matter the location or the role, every CapitalNow employee shares one galvanizing mission: To democratize access to credit and make financial services simple, transparent, and accessible to every Indian.
What Can You Expect From Us
- Comprehensive health insurance for you and your family.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
- A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity.
Capital Now is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and identities to apply, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive.