Assistant Manager - Legal

Job Requirements

About Godrej Industries Group:

GIG is a holding company of the Godrej Group. We have significant interests in consumer goods, real estate, agriculture, chemicals, and financial services through our subsidiary and associate companies, across 18 countries.

www.godrejindustries.com

About 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.

www.godrejagrovet.com

Key Responsibilities

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive expertise in non-litigation & litigation management. Proven ability to lead teams and coordinate complex legal strategies to achieve favorable outcomes. Adept at synthesizing intricate legal issues, drafting precise legal documents, and providing strategic counsel to senior management. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and Commitment to ethical standards and professional integrity.

Litigation Management: Orchestrating litigation processes from inception through resolution. Experienced in handling civil, criminal, Cheque Bouncing cases, Arbitration, Trade-Mark, Insecticide & Fertilizer (Control) Order matters, etc.

Legal Drafting/Drafting Expertise: Drafting clear and compelling legal documents, including contracts, agreements, negotiation, opinions, and policies. Proficient 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 mentoring and work with legal & other stakeholders teams to optimize performance and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

Negotiation and Advocacy: Skilled negotiator and persuasive advocate with a track record of successfully resolving disputes and achieving settlements in favour of Company or the organization.

Compliance and Risk Management: Implementing compliance programs, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.

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.

Land Matters: Assisting / Handling land matters including due diligence

Travel: Ready to travel for office work need based

Experience in Corporate Sector. Familiarity with case management software and document management systems.

Looking for candidates only from the Manufacturing background.

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)

Work Experience

6–8 years

Benefits

Be an equal parent

Childcare benefits for the birthing parent, commissioning parent (in case of surrogacy) or adoptive parent, and their partners

• 6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers, flexible work options on return for primary caregivers
• 2 months paid leave for secondary caregivers
• Caregiver 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 it has been over a century. Its 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 now!

We look forward to meeting you.