Shriram Life Insurance - Head - Business Legal - LLB/LLM

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Legal Advisory

- Act as the principal legal advisor to the Board and senior leadership.

- Provide guidance on corporate strategy, mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, and new product launches.

- Anticipate legal risks and design proactive mitigation strategies.

2. Contract & Transaction Management

- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts including vendor agreements, bancassurance tie-ups, reinsurance contracts, and distribution partnerships.

- Standardize policy documents and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements.

3. Litigation & Dispute Resolution

- Manage litigation related to claims, mis-selling, fraud, and contractual disputes.

- Coordinate with external counsel and represent the company in courts, consumer forums, and arbitration proceedings.

- Develop strategies to minimize litigat

4. Risk Management

- Identify potential legal risks in business operations and recommend preventive measures.

- Support internal audits, fraud investigations, and whistleblower cases.

5. Leadership & Team Development

- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing legal team.

- Conduct training sessions for business teams on legal and regulatory matters.

- Foster a culture of compliance and ethical business practices.

Qualifications & Skills:

- Education: LLB/LLM from a reputed law school.

- Experience: 10+ years in corporate legal roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.

- Expertise: Insurance law, corporate law, regulatory compliance, litigation management.

- Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

- Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and regulators.

Preferred Attributes:

- Prior experience in a Life Insurance company or BFSI sector.

- Deep understanding of insurance products, distribution models, and claims processes.

- High ethical standards, integrity, and sound judgment.

- Ability to balance business growth with regulatory compliance.