AGM - Regulatory Litigation

Vodafone Idea Limited is an Aditya Birla Group and Vodafone Group partnership. It is India's leading telecom service provider. The Company provides pan India Voice and Data services across 2G, 3G and 4G platform. With the large spectrum portfolio to support the growing demand for data and voice, the company is committed to deliver delightful customer experiences and contribute towards creating a truly 'Digital India' by enabling millions of citizens to connect and build a better tomorrow. The Company is developing infrastructure to introduce newer and smarter technologies, making both retail and enterprise customers future ready with innovative offerings, conveniently accessible through an ecosystem of digital channels as well as extensive on-ground presence. The Company is listed on National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India.

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Role

Lead - Regulatory Litigation

Job Level/ Designation

M2/ AGM

Function / Department

Legal

Location

Delhi

Job Purpose

This role will lead & manage day-to-day regulatory related litigation matters for Vodafone Idea

Key Result Areas/Accountabilities

• Handle all Regulatory Litigations of the Company. Further, handle other litigations of the Company viz. Taxation (Property Tax, Advertisement Tax, VAT/ Sales Tax on SIMs, CENVAT deductions), Consumer appeals at NCDRC, Criminal matters etc. as instructed by the General Counsel.
• Draft and vet Petitions, legal opinion/ analysis, Appeal/ Written Submissions to be filed at DoT/ TERM Cells/ TRAI and ensure that all possible legal grounds are well taken.
• Coordinate with Advocates/ Senior Advocates and brief them with succinct brief notes/ list of dates to ensure that they are well prepared for the hearing.
• Advise and provide requisite support to Circle Legal/ Regulatory/ Nodal Teams in all legal matters/ potential legal matters, assess all types of regulatory risks and ensure all bases are covered.
• Coordinate with Circle Legal/ Regulatory/ Nodal to collate correspondences, documents from different departments required for challenging the demands raised in Circle.
• Coordinate with COAI in respect of industry related litigations and ensure that the issues of the Company are represented and raised in the industry related litigations.
• Provide regular updates on the critical Litigations of the Company along with the other matters contested by other Operators, which may have an impact on the Company through comprehensive proceeding notes.
• Maintain and share, a MIS/ Legal Report every month, containing list of all legal cases being contested/ defended by the Company alongwith critical/ related matters of other operators.

Core Competencies, Knowledge, Experience

• Excellent communication Skills
• Excellent legal acumen
• Presence of Mind and conflict resolution ability.
• Problem solving attitude and Negotiation skills.
• Quick and effective responses depending on situation and manage magnitude of the legal issues.
• High Standard of Integrity and Values.

Must have technical / professional qualifications

• Essential: Graduation in Law
• Desired: First Class Graduation/Post Graduation in Law from reputed law school/university with minimum 2 yrs of Court practice and 8-10 years of corporate experience
• Understanding of TRAI Act, Telegraph Act, Telecom Licenses, TRAI Regulations, Directions, Tariff Orders, Employment, Contracts &Tax Laws.

Years of Experience

5-7

Vodafone Idea Limited (formerly Idea Cellular Limited)

An Aditya Birla Group & Vodafone partnership