Details of the Organization

UltraTech Cement Ltd. is the largest manufacturer of grey cement, Ready Mix Concrete (RMC) and white cement in India. It is also one of the leading cement producers globally. 

Details of the Job/Internship

UltraTech Cement Ltd. is hiring for the position of Lead Litigation to join their office in Mumbai. 

Role and Responsibilities

1. Litigation Strategy & Case Management

• Develop legal strategy and assess litigation risks to safeguard the company’s interests.
• Coordinate with law firms, external advocates, solicitors, and senior counsel for effective case representation.
• Review and finalize legal pleadings including writ petitions, plaints, appeals, affidavits, written submissions, and briefing notes.
• Attend court and tribunal hearings as required, and ensure internal stakeholders are regularly updated on case status.
• Ensure all legal steps are completed within statutory timelines and maintain case records in the Litigation Management Tool.
• Conduct periodic case reviews and follow-ups with legal representatives for speedy resolution.

2. Coordination with Business Units

• Collaborate with unit heads to understand case facts and provide legal interpretation aligned with business objectives.
• Prepare and facilitate the finalization of pleadings and documentation for arbitration and litigation matters.
• Actively liaise with external counsel for smooth progression of cases and arbitration hearings.
• Train internal departments on effective handling of legal notices and ensure timely, appropriate responses.
• Monitor and record all notices in the Roznama system, and prevent escalation into legal proceedings through early intervention.

3. Contract Management & Legal Drafting

• Draft, review, and standardize commercial agreements, legal documents, and SOPs in accordance with business needs and legal updates.
• Regularly revise existing agreements to reflect legal changes and operational requirements.
• Participate in negotiations of key commercial contracts to safeguard the company’s legal interests.
• Provide legal validation for critical transactions including lease, leave & license, and property purchase.
• Support implementation and use of digital documentation management systems across units.

4. Legal Advisory & Compliance Support

• Monitor and advise on changes in applicable laws including mining, environmental, and land laws.
• Analyze legal pronouncements of High Courts and the Supreme Court; prepare impact notes and circulate key judgments for knowledge sharing.
• Offer legal counsel on compliance-related matters and obligations under existing contracts, highlighting potential risks and liabilities.
• Conduct legal audits at business units to assess documentation practices, identify compliance gaps, and implement corrective measures.
• Develop audit checklists and follow-up mechanisms to ensure ongoing legal and regulatory compliance.

5. Corporate & Transactional Support

• Participate in corporate transactions and legal due diligence processes.
• Draft and review legal mandates, term sheets, and transaction documents in coordination with business teams and external advisors.
• Interface with internal stakeholders and third-party agencies to facilitate deal execution and legal structuring.
• Assist in document negotiations and regulatory compliance for mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic business initiatives.

6. Research, Knowledge Sharing & Legal Updates

• Conduct in-depth legal research and prepare notes, case opinions, and internal legal advisories.
• Seek expert external opinions as required in consultation with senior legal leadership.
• Contribute to the development of internal legal knowledge resources including bulletins, alerts, and case summaries.
• Take initiative in maintaining and updating the legal department’s intranet portal (U-link) with relevant resources and updates.

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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