VP Legal & Company Secretary

Who are we?

2070Health is India's premier Venture Studio, pioneering an innovation platform dedicated to building groundbreaking healthcare companies from the ground up. Our mission is to identify and seize disruptive opportunities within the healthcare sector. What sets us apart from conventional venture capital and accelerator models is our active involvement in idea generation, day-to-day operations, and strategic decision-making, all geared toward fostering the growth of each newly established enterprise.

Additionally, we are proud to have the steadfast support of W Health Ventures.

Role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive VP – Legal & Company Secretary to join our healthcare venture studio. This dual-role leadership position will be instrumental in driving legal strategy, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance both at the parent company level and across a diverse portfolio of healthcare-focused investee companies. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Indian corporate, commercial, and healthcare law, with the ability to guide high-growth businesses through complex legal landscapes.

Responsibilites

Legal Advisory & Compliance:

• Draft, review, and negotiate investment agreements for venture capital fund transactions, including Shareholders’ Agreements (SHA), Share Subscription Agreements (SSA), side letters, and related documentation

• Provide legal counsel on matters related to the Companies Act, 2013, clinical establishment norms, Drugs & Cosmetics Act, data protection (DPDP Act), labour laws, and other applicable healthcare and commercial regulations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts including joint ventures, service agreements, IP licensing, vendor and employment contracts, lease agreements, and investment documentation.
• Advise portfolio companies on risk mitigation, dispute resolution, statutory compliance, and legal strategy.
• Support business expansion strategies including M&A, fundraising, partnerships, and franchise models.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel for litigation management and specialised advisory.

Company Secretary & Governance:

• Establish and uphold governance frameworks across the parent company and its portfolio companies in alignment with Indian corporate and SEBI regulations.
• Supervise the preparation and conduct of Board and General Meetings; review notices, agendas, resolutions, and minutes drafted by external CS firms.
• Maintain oversight of statutory registers and compliance calendars for group entities.
• Facilitate seamless communication between the board, senior management, shareholders, and stakeholders.
• Lead compliance best practices within portfolio companies.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law (LL.B./LL.M.) from a recognised Indian university.
• Qualified Company Secretary (CS) – Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) is preferred.
• Prior experience in the healthcare, pharma, wellness, or technology-enabled service sector is strongly preferred.
• 7-10 years of experience in corporate legal and secretarial roles working in or advising startups, venture-backed businesses, or venture capital firms.

Key Skills:

• Comprehensive knowledge of Indian corporate and Healthcare regulatory frameworks.
• Familiarity with IP law, digital health regulations, medical data protection norms, and digital health standards.
• Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and legal research capabilities.
• High ethical standards, confidentiality, and sound business judgment.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple entities, priorities, and timelines in a fast-paced environment.