Poovayya & Co. is hiring a Senior Associate for its Information Technology practice in New Delhi/NCR.
About the Organisation
Poovayya & Co. is a full-service law firm known for its strong practice across regulatory, litigation, technology, and advisory domains. The firm has developed a reputation for handling complex legal matters involving emerging technologies, intermediary liability, and digital platform regulation. Its work frequently involves advising global technology companies, intermediaries, and digital service providers on compliance with Indian regulatory frameworks.
The firm is particularly recognised for its engagement with issues relating to the Information Technology Act, platform governance, data privacy compliance, and criminal law implications affecting online intermediaries. Through its litigation and advisory practice, Poovayya & Co. represents clients before courts, tribunals, and arbitral forums in matters involving digital regulation and technology law disputes.
Working with the firm provides exposure to evolving regulatory challenges affecting social media platforms, technology intermediaries, and cross-border digital service providers. The role is suited for professionals interested in the intersection of litigation strategy, regulatory compliance, and technology law.
About the Role
Poovayya & Co. is inviting applications for the position of Senior Associate in its Information Technology practice. This is a full-time role involving both litigation and advisory responsibilities for intermediaries operating in the digital ecosystem.
The selected candidate will be expected to engage in strategic advisory work as well as representation before courts and arbitral forums. The role involves working closely with clients on complex regulatory questions relating to intermediary liability, content moderation frameworks, and compliance obligations under Indian technology laws.
The position requires the ability to handle sophisticated legal issues affecting digital platforms and to assist clients in navigating evolving regulatory expectations in India. Candidates will also contribute to developing case strategies and supporting litigation matters involving technology-related disputes.
This role is particularly suitable for lawyers seeking to build advanced expertise in technology law, platform regulation, and intermediary liability frameworks.
Roles and Responsibilities
Selected candidates will be expected to undertake responsibilities including:
- Leading client interactions and managing professional communication
- Developing litigation and advisory strategies for intermediary-related matters
- Drafting pleadings for social media intermediaries across multiple legal forums
- Advising clients on intermediary liability frameworks and compliance obligations
- Providing guidance on data privacy regulations and content moderation laws
- Supporting matters involving criminal law issues affecting digital platforms
- Supervising junior associates in legal research and drafting assignments
These responsibilities require a combination of litigation experience and regulatory advisory capability within the technology law space.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- 5 to 8 years of post-qualification experience
- Strong understanding of India’s technology ecosystem and intermediary regulation
- Familiarity with the Information Technology Act and related Rules
- Excellent legal research and drafting ability
- Exceptional command over written and spoken English
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple deliverables within tight timelines
- Capacity to communicate complex legal issues effectively to foreign counsel
Candidates with prior experience advising technology platforms or intermediaries will be particularly suited for this role.
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Location
New Delhi/NCR
The position requires working from the firm’s office and engaging directly with clients and litigation teams handling intermediary-related matters.
Who Should Apply
This role is ideal for:
- Lawyers with experience in technology law or digital platform regulation
- Professionals interested in intermediary liability and data privacy compliance
- Candidates seeking litigation exposure involving technology sector clients
- Associates looking to transition into specialised regulatory advisory practice
- Lawyers comfortable handling cross-border client coordination
The position offers an opportunity to work on complex matters at the intersection of law, policy, and technology regulation.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates are required to send their updated resume to the email address provided below.
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recruitment@poovayya.com