Head of Legal
Lead and build the entire legal function for the organization, overseeing corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory frameworks, managing commercial agreements, vendor contracts, and partnerships, and advising leadership on legal strategy, risk management, and key decisions.
A fast-growing FMCG startup is building a strong presence in the consumer space and is now looking to establish a robust legal foundation as it scales.
- Competitive Compensation
- Healthcare Benefits
- Retirement Benefits
- Professional Development Opportunities
Benefits estimated based on industry standards
🚀 Hiring Reference | Head of Legal - FMCG Startup The VC Fellowship has received a mandate to hire for a fast-growing FMCG company. 📍 Gurgaon | Full-time About the Company A fast-growing FMCG startup is building a strong presence in the consumer space and is now looking to establish a robust legal foundation as it scales. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with founders and leadership on high-impact, strategic decisions. What you’ll do • Lead and build the entire legal function for the organization • Oversee corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory frameworks • Manage commercial agreements, vendor contracts, and partnerships • Advise leadership on legal strategy, risk management, and key decisions • Support fundraising, investor documentation, and corporate structuring Who you are • 8- 10 years of experience in legal roles (corporate/commercial/regulatory) • Graduate from a top-tier law school • Strong experience in contracts, compliance, and corporate law • Prior exposure to startups, FMCG, or high-growth environments • Ability to work closely with founders and leadership teams Why this role? • Opportunity to build and lead the legal function in a high-growth startup • Work directly with founders on strategic decisions • Play a key role in scaling a fast-growing FMCG brand Apply Now: https://lnkd.in/gStukJkM If you’re looking to build at the intersection of startups, strategy, and leadership, roles like this offer front-row access to how companies scale from the inside. Apply to The VC Fellowship to gain the skills, exposure, and network needed to break into high-impact roles across startups and venture ecosystems. Applications open - For seasoned folks: https://lnkd.in/gsNZQFvH For younger professionals: https://lnkd.in/gFyRyTis #HiringAlert #startups #FMCG #legaljobs #leadership #hiring
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