Legal Counsel – Supply Chain Finance

22 hours ago

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Shapoorji Pallonji Finance Private Limited Full time ₹ 1,04,000 - ₹ 1,30,878 per year

Location:
Mumbai

Employment Type:
Full-Time

Industry:
Financial Services / NBFC / Corporate Lending

Experience Level:
upto 15 years

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Legal Counsel to join our team and lead legal operations across Supply Chain Finance, NBFC regulations, and Corporate/SME Lending. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in legal documentation, regulatory compliance, and strategic legal advisory, with a proactive approach to managing legal risks and supporting business growth.

Key Responsibilities

1. Documentation

  • Draft, negotiate, and finalize financing documents and agreements in alignment with internal team requirements.
  • Facilitate execution of financing documents and manage contractual risks.
  • Demonstrate extensive experience in legal documentation related to Supply Chain Finance, Lending, NBFCs, and Working Capital.

2. Legal Research & Updates

  • Monitor case laws, statutory and regulatory updates impacting the organization.
  • Provide timely legal interpretations to support transactions.
  • Offer strategic legal advice on new and proposed legislation affecting business operations.

3. Best Practices

  • Develop and implement best practices to minimize legal exposure.
  • Independently manage legal documentation for Corporate/SME lending.
  • Provide legal insights across the lending lifecycle—from customer acquisition to recovery.

4. Timelines & Reporting

  • Ensure timely closure of all legal documentation and assigned matters.
  • Maintain TAT sheets and logs for work completed, meetings attended, and external engagements.

Experience & Expertise

  • Hands-on experience in Supply Chain Finance and NBFC guidelines.
  • Strong understanding of Corporate Laws and financial statements (Balance Sheet & P&L).
  • Proven collaboration with Business and Credit Teams to optimize legal processes.

Required Behavioral Competencies

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and time management abilities.
  • Analytical mindset with organizational skills.
  • Ability to handle high-pressure situations and multitask effectively.
  • Willingness to travel across India for legal matters.

Why Join Us?

  • Work with a forward-thinking team in a fast-paced financial environment.
  • Opportunity to shape legal frameworks in a growing organization.
  • Be part of a culture that values innovation, integrity, and collaboration.

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