Job Description

Way of Working
Employee will have the flexibility to work remotely throughout the year. Team members will come together at their base location for one week every quarter to collaborate and connect in person.
About Swiggy
Swiggy is India's leading on-demand delivery platform, driven by technology and a commitment to solving consumer needs. Operating in 500+ cities, Swiggy partners with hundreds of thousands of restaurants and boasts a workforce of over 5,000 employees, supported by a delivery fleet of more than 2 lakh independent executives. Our platform processes terabytes of data daily, enabling fast, seamless, and reliable deliveries for millions of customers. Since our inception as a hyperlocal food delivery service in 2014, we have evolved into India's foremost convenience platform, delivering not just for our customers but also creating a dynamic and rewarding environment for our employees.
Roles and Responsibilities * Manage time-sensitive requests from law enforcement authorities under Section 94 BNSS/91 CrPC, ensuring timely coordination with internal stakeholders and preparation of accurate responses.

• Collect and validate data in response to notices under Section 94 BNSS/91 CrPC, ensuring compliance and submission within 12 hours of receipt.
• Assist the litigation team in ongoing issues and cases by making case briefs, vetting documents, drafting responses to legal notices, legal research on various principles of law etc.
• Maintain and update trackers daily to monitor all incoming notices and outgoing responses, ensuring deadlines are met and no notices are missed.
• Establish and maintain strong communication channels with police officials, providing timely updates and reassurance regarding data submissions.
• Identify, engage, and onboard suitable external legal counsel as per case requirements; coordinate documentation and manage relationships with external lawyers.
• Facilitate end-to-end processing of legal invoices, ensuring timely approval and disbursement of payments in coordination with the finance team.
• Maintain records of legal expenses and retainers for audit and internal reporting.
• Attend court hearings as required, assisting in managing documents and evidence.
• Oversee litigation documentation and courier management.

Ideal Candidate Skills * Experience working as Legal executive/Para-legal, with 0-2 years of experience in a fast-paced organization. Exposure before Courts and quasi-judicial bodies is also necessary.

• Proven ability to manage external counsels, including identifying suitable lawyers in tier II and III cities.
• Demonstrated ability to work across different functions within a cross-matrix organization, keeping various stakeholders informed.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in record-keeping and compliance.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. '