Assistant Legal Manager

Godrej Properties; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Godrej Agrovet Ltd in Mumbai seeks an Assistant Manager Legal to manage non-litigation and litigation matters, draft and review contracts, and provide strategic counsel to senior management.

The role requires 5–7 years in the corporate sector, with a manufacturing background preferred. You will lead a legal team, coordinate with external counsel, and ensure regulatory compliance across units.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in the corporate sector.
• Familiarity with case management software and document management systems.
• Manufacturing industry background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Litigation processes from inception to resolution.
• Draft contracts, agreements, opinions, and policies with precision.
• Assess legal risks and advise stakeholders on outcomes.
• Lead and mentor legal teams to align with objectives.
• Negotiate settlements and advocate for the company's interests.
• Implement compliance programs and manage risk.
• Develop litigation strategies tailored to client goals.
• Oversee multiple cases, budgets, and timelines.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis.

Skills

Litigation Management

Legal Drafting

Strategic Analysis

Team Leadership

Negotiation

Compliance

Legal Research

Education

LL.B.

Tools

Case management software

Document management systems

Job description

Assistant Manager Legal

Godrej Agrovet Ltd

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Job Title: Assistant Manager Legal

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Function: Legal

Business: Godrej Agrovet Ltd

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

About Godrej Industries Group

At the Godrej Industries Group, we are privileged to serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally through our businesses with market leadership positions in the consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services and chemicals industries.

GODREJ AGROVET LTD.

About Godrej Agrovet:

Godrej Agrovet Limited (GAVL) is a diversified, Research & Development focused agri-business Company dedicated to improving the productivity of Indian farmers by innovating products and services that sustainably increase crop and livestock yields. GAVL holds leading market positions in the different businesses it operates - Animal Feed, Crop Protection, Oil Palm, Dairy, Poultry and Processed Foods. GAVL has a pan India presence with sales of over a million tons annually of high-quality animal feed and cutting- edge nutrition products for cattle, poultry, aqua feed and specialty feed. Our teams have worked closely with Indian farmers to develop large Oil Palm Plantations which is helping in bridging the demand and supply gap of edible oil in India. In the crop protection segment, the company meets the niche requirement of farmers through innovative agrochemical offerings. GAVL through its subsidiary Astec Life Sciences Limited, is also a business-to-business (B2B) focused bulk manufacturer of fungicides & herbicides. In Dairy and Poultry and Processed Foods, the company operates through its subsidiaries Creamline Dairy Products Limited and Godrej Tyson Foods Limited. Apart from this, GAVL also has a joint venture with the ACI group of Bangladesh for animal feed business in Bangladesh.

For more information on the Company, please log on to www.godrejagrovet.com

Why Join US?

We promise Godrejites a culture of tough love; take serious bets on them and differentiate basis performance. We also understand that our team members play multi-faceted roles and so, we strongly encourage them to explore their whole selves. Our canvas is growing. In fact, our Vision for 2020 is to be 10 times the size we were in 2010.

We truly believe that while our amazing past distinguishes us, we are only as good as what we do next. We are looking for aspirational professionals who are motivated by innovation, creative thinking and collaboration. You will join a team of some of the best and brightest who are working together to build a company and a brand that is making a difference in the world.

YOUR ROLE SPECIFICATIONS

Purpose of the job:

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, Arbitration, Trade-Mark, Insecticide matters etc.
• Legal Drafting/ Drafting Expertise: Crafting clear and compelling legal documents, including contracts, agreements, 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 and mentoring legal 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.
• Litigation Strategy Development: Formulating litigation strategies tailored to achieve client objectives while minimizing legal risks.
• 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.

Experience:

Professional Profile: Asst. Manager – Legal

Qualification: Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)

Experience: 5-7 years in Corporate Sector. Familiarity with case management software and document management systems.

Looking for someone from the Manufacturing industry background experience only.

What’s in it for you?

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