Legal Counsel
Content + Source + Freshness • 12 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
The role provides a solid foundation for legal practitioners in a growing edtech environment but may offer limited scope for advancement.
- Opportunity to work in education technology law
- Involvement with diverse contract negotiations
- Stable environment with opportunities for legal development
- Limited advancement within the legal field
Pros
- Gain diverse legal experience in a tech-forward startup
- Opportunity to influence compliance and operational practices
- Support a mission to enhance access to education globally
Cons
- Limited visibility within the organization for legal roles
- May involve routine regulatory tasks
- Compensation may not reflect the legal market rate
Who it's for
Mid-Level • In-office or Hybrid
Good fit
- Mid-level corporate lawyers seeking industry change
- Legal professionals with an interest in compliance
- Candidates wanting to make an impact in the edtech sector
Not recommended for
- New lawyers with no relevant experience
- Candidates looking for high-profile legal advisory roles
- Individuals averse to routine compliance checks
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Cialfo is a leading platform connecting students, higher education institutions, and counselors through technology-driven solutions. Launched in 2017 with a mission to make education accessible to 100 million students, Cialfo provides a range of mobile and web solutions to students, K-12 institutions, and higher education institutions. We’re one of the fastest-growing tech startups in the region, consistently charting new heights!
About This Role
This is a replacement role and covers a broad range of corporate/commercial and operational matters offering a rare opportunity to gain valuable corporate commercial experience working in a fast-paced start-up environment, with a team of high caliber colleagues coming from diverse backgrounds.
As Legal Counsel, you will be responsible for handling all legal matters related to our company's operations in India and also assist on regional matters, as and when required. This includes drafting and negotiating customer contracts, vendor agreements, and employment contracts. You will also be responsible for ensuring that our business complies with all relevant regulatory requirements, including data protection and privacy laws. You will be reporting directly to the Head of Legal of the company in Singapore.
What you will be doing:
- Draft and review customer contracts, vendor agreements, and employment contracts, ensuring they meet legal requirements and protecting the company's interests.
- Assist in negotiations of contracts and agreements with customers and vendors.
- Advise on legal matters related to employee issues, including compliance with labor laws and dispute resolution.
- Keep up-to-date with regulatory changes that affect the company's operations, including data protection and privacy laws, including but not limited to India.
- Conduct legal research and analysis to provide guidance to management on legal issues related to the company's operations in various business markets such as Singapore, India, US, Europe, and China.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders such as product development, marketing, and finance teams.
- Assist with other legal matters as required by the company.
About You:
- Qualifications
- Law degree from an accredited institution.
- Admitted to practice in India.
- Experience
- 3-6 years of experience in corporate law, contract law, and/or regulatory compliance with an understanding of software-as-a-service as an international business.
- Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
- Strong analytical and research skills.
- Qualities
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Good to have
- Prior experience in a similar set up.
Visit our culture manifesto deck to learn more about the unique Cialfo culture and the opportunity to be one of us. This is an opportunity to be a part of a fun, flexible, and fast-moving organization which is scaling its global footprint.
The Benefits Of Being a Cialfolk
Exact benefits vary depending on your location. That said, all full-time Cialfo employees receive the following benefits:
- Paid Annual and Medical leaves
- Flexible working environment
- Comprehensive Health Insurance
- and more...
