Godrej Agrovet Limited | Assistant Manager Legal | mumbai

—————————————————————————————————————Assistant Manager – LegalGodrej 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.

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.

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 :

Litigation management:Orchestrating litigation processes from inception through resolutionExperienced in handling civil, criminal, Arbitration, Trademark, Insecticide matters etc.

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

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

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

Negotiation and advocacy: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

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

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

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

Legal research: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 sectorFamiliarity with case management software and document management systems

Skills :Proven expertise in managing litigation processesSkilled at crafting clear, compelling legal documentsStrong strategic and analytical abilitiesEffective leadership and team managementExceptional negotiation and advocacy skillsDeep knowledge in compliance and risk managementAdept at formulating targeted litigation strategiesEfficient in managing multiple cases and resourcesStrong 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 partners6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers, flexible work options on return for primary caregivers2 months paid leave for secondary caregiversCaregiver 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 nowWe look forward to meeting you.

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