Reliance Nippon Life Insurance - Senior Legal Counsel - LLB/LLM

Possess deep expertise in complex, multi-jurisdictional disputes and arbitration, particularly in infrastructure, construction, engineering, and IPR litigation. This role requires delivering high-quality legal support while ensuring full regulatory compliance and strategic legal risk mitigation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Arbitration & Dispute Resolution

- Draft and vet arbitration clauses, notices for invocation, terms of reference for high-value contracts.

- Handle end-to-end arbitration proceedings including under ICC rules and multi-jurisdictional contexts.

2. Litigation Management

- Represent the organization in complex litigation matters

- Engage with external legal counsels and manage litigation strategy for favorable outcomes.

3. Contract Management

- Oversee legal aspects of contract administration in large infrastructure/construction projects.

- Ensure compliance and risk mitigation in contract execution and lifecycle management.

4. Corporate Legal Advisory

- Advise on company law matters such as scheme petitions, shareholder disputes, and corporate restructuring.

- Provide legal inputs on governance, board matters, and statutory compliance.

5. Regulatory & Statutory Compliance

- Manage regulatory interactions and updates on legal reforms affecting the business.

6. Strategic Legal Support

- Partner with internal teams to provide proactive legal support and align legal strategy with business goals.

- Identify potential legal risks and formulate mitigation strategies.

7. Representation before Authorities

- Appear and represent clients before High Courts, TDSAT, and other regulatory and quasi-judicial bodies.

- Handle disputes related to telecom, tax, broadcasting, and mining.

Qualifications

Education:

- Bachelor's degree in Law (LL.B.) from a recognized university.

- LL.M. or professional certification in arbitration/IPR preferred.

Experience:

- 15-25 years of post-qualification experience in arbitration, litigation, and corporate legal practice.

- Proven record of managing high-value disputes in infrastructure, construction, or technology sectors.

Key Skills:

- Deep knowledge of civil, criminal, corporate, and IPR laws.

- Expertise in drafting arbitration agreements and complex legal contracts.

- Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation capabilities.

- Ability to work both independently and in team environments.

- Experience managing cross-border legal issues and arbitration forums.