Details of the Organization

Sterlite (formerly Sterlite Power) is a leading global provider of power products and services, delivering high-performance solutions that drive energy efficiency and reliability worldwide.

Details of the Job/Internship

Sterlite is hiring a Chief Manager - Litigation with 8-12 years of experience to join their office in Mumbai. 

Role and Responsibilities

Litigation Management

• Handle diverse litigation matters including RoW compensation (under the Electricity and Telegraph Acts), land acquisition disputes, arbitration, constitutional matters, contractual claims, and criminal cases.
• Represent or support legal proceedings before Writ Courts, District Courts, DRT, Consumer Forums, Claim Tribunals, and other judicial/quasi-judicial authorities.

Legal Drafting & Review

• Draft, review, and finalize legal documents including SLPs, writ petitions, civil suits, criminal complaints, claim petitions, counter affidavits, replies, and rejoinders.
• Draft and review commercial contracts and ensure they comply with applicable legal standards. Prepare and maintain updated contract templates for recurring use.

Counsel Coordination

• Liaise with senior advocates and external legal counsel to ensure effective representation.
• Brief counsels thoroughly, track litigation progress, and manage daily updates on ongoing matters.

Strategic Litigation Oversight

• Align litigation strategy with business objectives and manage high-stakes or complex disputes with a focus on risk mitigation.
• Provide legally sound, research-backed advice on litigation risks, potential exposure, and precedents.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure legal compliance across operations by advising business units on statutory obligations and risk exposure.
• Conduct risk analysis of contracts and legal documents before business commitments are made.

MIS & Reporting

• Maintain and monitor litigation MIS to track open matters, deadlines, risk status, and associated costs.
• Present periodic litigation updates to internal stakeholders to aid decision-making.

Eligibility

• Education: LLB from a recognized institution.
• Experience: 8–12 years of experience managing litigation, preferably in the power, EPC, infrastructure, or construction sectors.
• Preferred Background: Candidates from the infrastructure sector or with experience in a reputed law firm handling similar matters.

Salary/Stipend

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

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

India

Address

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.

Application and Registration Details

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