Senior Manager - Legal & Compliance

Weekday AI

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India permanent

Posted: May 4, 2026

Job Description

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Salary range: Rs 2000000 - Rs 3200000 (ie INR 20-32 LPA)

Min Experience: 4 years

Location: Bengaluru

JobType: full-time

We are looking for a senior Legal & Company Secretary (CS) leader to own and drive the entire legal and corporate governance function. This role will be responsible for building a strong compliance framework, managing legal risks, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements across multiple financial products. Reporting directly to the Cofounder and COO, you will play a strategic role in shaping governance practices and enabling business growth while maintaining strict compliance standards.

You will lead a lean internal team and coordinate with external partners or agencies to execute legal and compliance priorities effectively. The role requires a balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution, especially in a fast-paced fintech environment with evolving regulatory expectations.

Requirements:
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the complete Legal and Company Secretarial (CS) function for the organization
• Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements
• Oversee legal matters related to business operations, contracts, and regulatory frameworks
• Drive compliance with RBI guidelines and other applicable financial regulations
• Manage board processes, filings, and documentation in line with corporate governance standards
• Identify and mitigate legal and compliance risks across products and operations
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including business, finance, and operations teams
• Manage external legal counsel and agencies to ensure efficient delivery of legal services
• Build, track, and deliver on key KPIs/KRAs for the legal and compliance function
• Provide strategic legal advice to leadership on business initiatives and regulatory changes

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Strong experience in Legal and Company Secretarial functions, preferably in fintech or financial services
• In-depth understanding of statutory compliances, corporate laws, and regulatory frameworks
• Working knowledge of RBI regulations and financial product compliance requirements
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage external stakeholders effectively
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a risk-focused mindset
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with ownership and accountability
• High attention to detail and commitment to maintaining ethical and compliance standards

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