Job Description

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

Key Responsibilities:

Litigation Management

Handle civil, criminal, and arbitration matters, including filing and contesting cases. Support credit and commercial teams in recovery of dues from dealers/vendors. Manage legacy cases (e.g., old PDD cases) and initiate appropriate legal actions, co-ordinate with Business and Litigation Team, verify documents, drafts & legal billing. Represent the company before courts and ensure adherence to court requirements in consultation with Group Legal.

Compliance & Governance

Monitor and review compliance dashboards (e.g., Compliance portal) for exceptions and non-compliance actions; implement corrective measures. Ensure timely submission of compliance certificates for board meetings. Collaborate with Group Legal for compliance initiatives and stabilization of compliance systems for domestic and international entities. Proactively report critical non-compliances to senior management.

Compliance Checks & Contract Management

Conduct internal compliance audits for area offices and plants. Ensure implementation of observations from compliance checks. Monitor contract management processes and adherence to legal standards.

Knowledge Management & Legal Awareness

Prepare and conduct "Legal for Non-Legal" sessions for business teams. Disseminate urgent legal updates and KM alerts within defined timelines. Maintain high-quality communication of legal developments to stakeholders.

Business Support & Documentation

Assist in legal documentation for bank guarantees, powers of attorney, and accident matters. Support document retention projects and other group legal initiatives. Provide legal guidance for operational and strategic business decisions

Experience

6-10 years of experience in corporate legal and compliance roles.

Industry Preferred

Qualifications

LLB/LLM from a recognized university.

General Requirements

Strong knowledge of corporate law, compliance frameworks, and litigation processes. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills. Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work under tight timelines. Proficiency in legal research and use of compliance tools/portals. Exposure to litigation, Court Procedures, Good Drafting skills, litigation, contracts & compliance management.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Mahindra and Mahindra Limited, we believe that diversity drives innovation, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to cultivating a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, caste, race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender identity, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, educational background, marital or domestic partnership status, pregnancy or childbirth, veteran status, citizenship status, ancestry, financial status, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.

We actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our teams. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive experience for all applicants.

Together, we rise by embracing differences and building a future that reflects the communities we serve.