Assistant Manager Legal

————————————————————————————————————— Assistant Manager – Legal Godrej Agrovet Limited (GAVL) Mumbai, Maharashtra, India ————————————————————————————————————— Job Title: Assistant Manager – Legal Job Type: Permanent, Full-time Function: Legal Business: Godrej Agrovet Limited Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India About Godrej Industries Group (GIG) At the Godrej Industries Group, we are privileged to serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally through our businesses with market leadership positions in the consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services and chemicals industries. About Godrej Agrovet Limited (GAVL) Godrej Agrovet is a food and agri conglomerate, dedicated to improving the productivity of Indian farmers by innovating products and services that sustainably increase crop and livestock yields. About the role As an Assistant Legal Manager, you will leverage your extensive expertise in both non-litigation and litigation management to lead teams and coordinate complex legal strategies that achieve favourable outcomes. Your role will involve synthesising intricate legal issues, drafting precise legal documents, and providing strategic counsel to senior management. With strong analytical and problem-solving skills, you will thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, demonstrating excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Your commitment to ethical standards and professional integrity will be essential as you navigate and resolve complex legal challenges. Key Responsibilities :

1. Litigation management:
2. Orchestrating litigation processes from inception through resolution
3. Experienced in handling civil, criminal, Arbitration, Trademark, Insecticide matters etc.

1. Legal drafting/drafting expertise:
2. Crafting clear and compelling legal documents, including contracts, agreements, opinions, and policies
3. Proficient in drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, and other legal documents with meticulous attention to detail and adherence to legal standards

1. Strategic analysis:
2. Assessing legal risks, developing litigation strategies and advising stakeholders on potential outcomes and mitigation measures

1. Team leadership:
2. Leading and mentoring legal teams to optimise performance and ensure alignment with organisational objectives

1. Negotiation and advocacy:
2. A skilled negotiator and persuasive advocate with a track record of successfully resolving disputes and achieving settlements in favour of the company or the organisation

1. Compliance and risk management:
2. Implementing compliance programs, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements

1. Litigation strategy development:
2. Formulating litigation strategies tailored to achieve client objectives while minimising legal risks

1. Case management:
2. Overseeing multiple litigation cases simultaneously, including managing budgets, timelines, and external counsel

1. Legal research:
2. Conducting thorough legal research and analysis to support litigation strategies and legal opinions

Who are we looking for? Education : Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) Experience : 8 to 10 years in the corporate sector Familiarity with case management software and document management systems Skills : Proven expertise in managing litigation processes Skilled at crafting clear, compelling legal documents Strong strategic and analytical abilities Effective leadership and team management Exceptional negotiation and advocacy skills Deep knowledge in compliance and risk management Adept at formulating targeted litigation strategies Efficient in managing multiple cases and resources Strong research and analytical capabilities What’s in it for you? Be an equal parent Childcare benefits for the birthing parent, commissioning parent (in case of surrogacy) or adoptive parent, and their partners 6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers, flexible work options on return for primary caregivers 2 months paid leave for secondary caregivers Caregiver travel for primary caregivers to bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel Coverage for childbirth and fertility treatment No place for discrimination at Godrej Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses Coverage for gender reassignment surgery and hormone replacement therapy Community partnerships and advocacy Persons with Disability (PwD) care We are selfish about your wellness Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options Elder care for those who might need to extend support to senior family members Preventative healthcare support Outpatient Department (OPD) coverage, including vaccinations, dental, vision, etc. Uncapped sick leave Flexible work options, including remote working and part-time work Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way Structured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievements Digital and offline instant recognition platforms. An inclusive Godrej Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And has been for over a century. It’s not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you. We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognise merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members. If this sounds like a role for you, apply now! We look forward to meeting you.