Details of the Organization

Sterlite Power is India’s leading integrated power transmission developer and solutions provider, focused on addressing complex challenges in the sector by tackling key constraints of time, space, and capital. The company is guided by its core purpose of empowering humanity by addressing the toughest challenges of energy delivery. Its four core values are Respect, Social Impact, Fun, and Innovation.

Details of the Job/Internship

Sterlite Power is hiring for the position of Chief Manager - Litigation with 8-12 years of experience to join their office in Gurugram.

Role and Responsibilities

• Handle end-to-end litigation, including disputes related to Right of Way (RoW) compensation under the Electricity Act and Telegraph Act, land acquisition, arbitration, constitutional matters, contractual disputes, and criminal cases.
• Represent or assist in proceedings before Writ Courts, District Courts, DRT, Consumer Forums, Claims Tribunals, and other forums.
• Draft, review, and finalize a wide range of legal documents including SLPs, writ petitions, civil suits, criminal complaints, affidavits, claim petitions, replies, and replications.
• Liaise with and brief senior advocates and external legal counsel; coordinate and track case developments.
• Develop and maintain Legal MIS to track and manage litigation metrics and performance.
• Strategize litigation and legal action in alignment with the company’s objectives, including appearing on behalf of the company when necessary.
• Provide legal opinions and updates on evolving judicial interpretations relevant to ongoing or potential litigation.
• Facilitate cost-effective, timely, and pragmatic dispute resolution strategies for the business.
• Draft and review commercial contracts to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements; maintain and improve standard contract templates.
• Advise the management on statutory compliance, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies.
• Conduct legal risk analysis before entering into strategic and financial agreements.
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of electricity, telecommunication, and related regulatory frameworks.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of court procedures and relevant legislation.

Eligibility

• LLB degree from a reputed institution.
• 8–12 years of substantial litigation experience, preferably in the power, infrastructure, construction, or EPC sector.
• Prior experience with a law firm or in-house legal team in a similar sector is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of the Electricity Act, Telegraph Act, and land acquisition laws.
• Proven ability to manage high-stakes litigation and navigate complex legal landscapes.

Salary/Stipend

Compensation details will be finalized during the interview process with the selected candidate.

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

India

Address

Gurugram, Haryana, India

Application and Registration Details

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