Legal - Corporate Matters

About The Company

Suzlon Group is among the world's leading renewable energy solutions provider that is revolutionising and redefining the way sustainable energy sources are harnessed across the world. Presence in 17 countries across Asia, Australia, Europe, Africa and the Americas, Suzlon is powering a greener tomorrow with its strong competencies in renewable energy systems. Suzlons extensive range of robust and reliable products backed by its cutting-edge R&D and more than two decades of expertise are designed to ensure optimum performance, higher yields and maximum return on investment for the customers. It has developed some of Asias largest operational onshore wind farms in nine states including Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu. The Groups diverse client portfolio includes power utilities and electricity producers in both the private and public sectors. In India, Suzlon is a market leader with 111+ wind farms and an installed capacity of over 13,760 MW.

Job Purpose

Support to the business units in relation to corporate, financing and IP matters, drafting, reviewing and implementing policies and common framework in alignment with applicable regulatory framework; advising and streamlining the existing IP framework for the group.

Principle Accountabilities

1. Have strong knowledge in banking and finance. The work will involve review of loan agreements, sanction letters and other financing and security documents including mortgage, pledge, hypothecation NDU, corporate guarantee etc including discussions with lender and the LLC, and advising with regard to regulatory framework pertaining to banking and financing, especially those pertaining to borrowers
2. Mergers & Acquisitions, Strategic Transactions- Advice, initiate, draft, present, follow-up on process, stamp duty, incorporation/dissolution, as well as documentation pertaining to mergers, amalgamations, acquisitions, divestment of companies both in India and abroad to achieve strategic business plan of the company. Help concluding the transaction in a timely manner through various required documentation, including negotiation
3. Have strong knowledge of IP related laws, provide support in streamlining the current IP framework of Suzlon Group.
4. Ensure implementation of the legal strategy and policies, in order to look optimally after the companies interest and to meet legal demands.
5. Formulate guidelines, processes, and standards for the development, review and approval of all matters that may expose Suzlon to legal or regulatory risks with context to the Company business
6. Ensure adherence to the processes for determining the levels of legal reviews needed under various circumstances and determines policies guiding the appropriate use of external counsel
7. Ensure adherence to applicable statutes pertaining to the industry.
8. Support of business units for general corporate, agreements, processes, policies and to ensure that all agreements, NDA, MOU and such documents are vetted to be in compliance of law, as per Suzlon standards and protect against commercial and legal risks
9. Corporate Governance- drafting, review and implementation of the policies mandated under law and processes required for compliance
10. Support the management in complying with legal requirements, anticipating legal risks and responding to evolving regulatory framework
11. Attend to litigation pertaining to the corporate team and legacy related matters and any litigation arbitration in alignment with the legal strategy
12. Ensure follow-up with external legal counsels and provide guidance and back-up information

Key Skills

1. Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) from an accredited institution; additional certification or specialization in relevant legal areas is a plus.

2. Minimum of [12-15] years of experience practicing law, with a focus on litigation, contracts preferably in a corporate or legal firm setting.

3. Strong knowledge of legal principles and regulations related to litigation, contract law, and regulatory compliance.

4. Proven experience in managing litigation matters, including case management, legal research, and courtroom advocacy.

5. Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, with the ability to review and negotiate complex contracts effectively.

6. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess legal risks and develop practical solutions.

7. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with internal stakeholders, external parties, and legal counsel.