Jai Malhotra
About Jai Malhotra
Jai Malhotra is a Contracts Assistant at Penguin Random House in New York, with a background in legal analysis, research, and advocacy.
Current Position at Penguin Random House
Jai Malhotra is currently working as a Contracts Assistant at Penguin Random House in New York, New York, United States. In this role, he handles various aspects of contract management, providing essential support to the legal department. His experience in legal analysis and organizational skills play a crucial role in his current duties.
Previous Experience at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
Before joining Penguin Random House, Jai Malhotra worked as a Corporate Legal Analyst at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP. From 2020 to 2023, he collaborated with attorneys on significant leveraged finance deals. His work involved developing comprehensive research practices and meticulous organizational skills, contributing to the successful outcome of large financial transactions.
Academic Background from Cornell University
Jai Malhotra graduated from Cornell University with a Bachelor of Arts in Government. Studying from 2016 to 2020, he also pursued minors in English, History, and Crime, Prisons, Education and Justice. Jai consistently achieved Distinction in All Subjects and regularly appeared on the College of Arts and Sciences Dean’s List. His education provided him with a strong foundation in critical thinking and research.
Roles in Research and Tutoring
During his time at Cornell, Jai Malhotra also worked at the Legal Decision Lab at Cornell Law School as an Undergraduate Research Assistant, focusing on the Jury Decision Making Project in 2020. Additionally, he served as a Writing Tutor at the Knight Writing Institute at Cornell University from 2019 to 2020, helping students improve their writing skills across various disciplines.
International Work and Non-Profit Initiative
Jai Malhotra's international experience includes working as an Operations Manager for Mzuzi Africa NGO, linked to the Cornell Institute for African Development, in Nakuru, Kenya in 2018. During his tenure, he helped found a non-profit organization that partnered with the local government to combat employment discrimination against persons with disabilities. This role exemplified his commitment to social justice and community development.