About DPDzero
DPDzero is transforming one of the most misunderstood and outdated industries—debt collections—into an ethical, AI-first operation. Founded in 2023, we’ve already grown 20x in under two years, partnering with major lenders like RBL Bank, IndusInd Bank, Tata Capital, and Moneyview.
We’re not just modernizing collections—we’re rebuilding the ecosystem from the ground up with AI agents, data science, and a zero-ops platform to make the process faster, cheaper, and 10x more ethical. Now, we’re looking for a dynamic legal expert to help us scale smartly and safely.
The Opportunity
As we work closely with banks, NBFCs, and fintechs, our legal function is critical. We’re hiring a Head of Legal who will be responsible for setting up and leading the legal function at DPDzero.
This role is not just about support—it’s about ownership, strategy, and leadership. You will partner directly with the founders and senior leadership, working across product, sales, and operations, while also being the primary legal voice with external stakeholders, regulators, and legal counsel.
You’ll be the go-to expert on contracts, compliance, risk management, litigation, and regulatory frameworks, enabling us to scale rapidly while staying legally sound.
Key Responsibilities
Documentation & Contract Management
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Draft, review, and finalize contracts, NDAs, MSAs, and SOWs
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Handle legal documentation for customers, partners, and vendors
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Lead contract lifecycle management to reduce risk and boost efficiency
Legal Advisory & Compliance
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Advise leadership on legal issues within Indian jurisdiction
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Ensure company compliance with statutory obligations and internal policies
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Conduct monthly compliance audits and support audit-related functions
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Safeguard intellectual property, including trademarks and patents
Litigation & Risk
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Develop strategies to minimize litigation risk
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Oversee litigation and dispute resolution in collaboration with external counsel
Process Development & Team Collaboration
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Create and refine legal processes, integrating them across departments like HR, Finance, and Delivery
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Establish a centralized legal knowledge base
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Stay up-to-date with legal and regulatory developments
Regulatory Compliance
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Interpret and apply RBI and sector-specific regulations
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Create internal frameworks for compliance and regulatory readiness
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Proactively mitigate legal and compliance risks
Stakeholder Engagement
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Act as the primary liaison for regulators, auditors, legal counsel, and partners
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Build strong internal partnerships to support cross-functional legal alignment
Ideal Candidate Profile
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5+ years of experience in contract drafting, negotiation, and legal advisory
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Proven track record at a top law firm, fintech, or in-house at a high-growth company
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Deep understanding of regulatory, tech, and data privacy laws
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Skilled in analyzing complex commercial contracts and legal documentation
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Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across leadership
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Exceptional attention to detail, strategic thinking, and problem-solving ability
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Comfortable working in fast-paced, founder-led startup environments
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Experience reporting to CXOs or founders
Why You Should Join DPDzero
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Be part of a rocketship scaling at 10x speed
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Work directly with the founder, no red tape
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Lead legal strategy at the forefront of fintech transformation
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Enjoy competitive startup perks and a fast-paced, ownership-driven culture
