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Job description

Volunteer Opportunity: Senior Legal Counsel – India
Project Yananai

Project Yananai is a global nonprofit organisation dedicated to empowering underserved communities through adult education, sustainable skills development, and humanitarian aid. As we expand our operations in India, we are seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel (Volunteer) to join our Senior Management Team and help ensure the highest standards of legal compliance, governance, and organisational integrity.

Location: India
Role Type: Volunteer
Reports to: Country Director; General Counsel; Deputy Directors
Direct Reports: Legal Counsels

About the Role

This voluntary leadership position plays a key role in Project Yananai’s Legal Compliance and Safety Team. The Senior Legal Counsel will provide expert guidance on legal, regulatory, and risk-related matters, ensuring our programmes operate responsibly, ethically, and in full compliance with Indian law.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal advice to the National Management Team and programme leads.
• Interpret and communicate relevant Indian laws and regulations affecting nonprofit operations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, MoUs, leases, and partnership agreements.
• Monitor compliance with FCRA, Companies Act, labour laws, tax laws, and data protection regulations.
• Support safeguarding, anti-corruption, and data privacy policies and processes.
• Assist with disputes, litigation matters, and regulatory inquiries.
• Mentor and support regional Legal Counsels.
• Deliver training on legal compliance and organisational risk.
• Support governance, statutory filings, and maintenance of legal registrations.
• Ensure accurate documentation and record-keeping.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB); LLM preferred.
• Registered with the Bar Council of India.
• Minimum 7 years’ legal experience, with at least 3 years in a senior or compliance-focused role.
• Strong knowledge of Indian NGO, corporate, labour, FCRA, tax, and contract law.
• Excellent analytical, drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• High integrity, sound judgement, and commitment to ethical practice.
• Fluency in English and Hindi (additional languages are an advantage).

Why Volunteer With Us?

• Contribute your expertise to an organisation creating tangible impact in underserved communities.
• Influence national-level strategies and organisational growth.
• Work with a mission-driven, values-led global team.
• Gain meaningful experience in nonprofit governance and leadership.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to send their CV and a short cover note outlining their motivation and relevant experience 

Project Yananai is an equal-opportunity organisation. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities.

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Empowering individuals, strengthening communities, developing sustainable solutions.

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Posted on: 04 December 2025
Closing date: 19 December 2025 at 12:00
Job ref: Legal01
Tags: Legal / Law

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