Legal Manager

Role & responsibilities

We are a growing NBFC engaged in providing financial solutions including loans and credit facilities. We are looking for a competent and proactive Legal Manager to handle legal, compliance, and recovery-related matters.

Job Summary

The Legal Manager will be responsible for managing both litigation and non-litigation legal matters of the organization, ensuring regulatory compliance, minimizing legal risks, and supporting business operations from a legal standpoint.

Key Responsibilities

Litigation Management

• Handle court cases, arbitration matters, and recovery proceedings.
  
• Coordinate with external advocates and monitor case progress.
  
• Draft and review pleadings, affidavits, legal notices, and replies.
  
• Represent the company before courts, tribunals, and regulatory authorities (where applicable).
  

Non-Litigation & Advisory

• Draft, vet, and review loan agreements, vendor contracts, NDAs, MOUs, and other legal documents.
  
• Provide legal opinions on business transactions and operational matters.
  
• Handle recovery, and enforcement actions (if applicable).
  
• Manage legal due diligence and documentation related to lending.
  
• Ensure compliance with RBI regulations and other applicable laws.
  

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with RBI guidelines and NBFC regulations.
  
• Support internal audits and regulatory inspections.
  
• Assist in policy drafting and updating legal frameworks.
  
• Identify and mitigate legal risks across business functions.
  

Eligibility Criteria

• LLB / LLM from a recognized university.
  
• 3+ years of experience in legal functions, preferably in NBFC / Banking / Financial Services.
  
• Strong knowledge of financial laws, and RBI regulations.
  
• Experience in handling recovery and loan-related litigation is preferred.
  

Key Skills

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
  
• Sound knowledge of financial and corporate laws.
  
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
  
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines efficiently.