General Counsel / Head – Legal Affairs

Company Description

MBD Group is one of India's leading education companies with over six decades of experience. Under the visionary leadership of its Founder, Shri Ashok Kumar Malhotra, the Group has diversified into various industries including E-Learning, Capacity Building, Stationery, M-Learning, Skill Development, Eco-Friendly Notebooks, Paper Manufacturing, ICT Infrastructure, Hospitality, Real Estate, and Mall Development and Management. MBD Group is committed to providing education for all and aims to have an “MBD Product for every literate person.” The Group has a global presence with offices in South Africa, Sri Lanka, and the Middle East.

Role Description

Job Summary:

General Counsel / Head of Legal

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the

  Legal Department

  and provide strategic legal counsel to senior management and business units.
• Manage and supervise all

  litigation and arbitration

  matters before various courts, tribunals, and regulatory bodies across India.
• Draft, vet, and negotiate

  agreements, deeds, MoUs, NDAs, and contracts

  ensuring business protection and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee

  corporate compliance

  , including company law, RERA, IBC, IPR, and competition law matters.
• Conduct

  due diligence

  and legal risk assessments for business transactions, mergers, and acquisitions.
• Liaise with

  external counsels, law firms, and government authorities

  to safeguard the company’s interests.
• Advice management on

  policy formulation, risk mitigation, and dispute resolution strategies.

• Stay updated on amendments in corporate, commercial, and sectoral laws and ensure their timely implementation.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Deep understanding of

  Civil, Criminal, Arbitration, Insolvency, and Corporate Laws

  .
• Expertise in

  contract management, regulatory compliance, and litigation strategy

  .
• Strong

  drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills

  .
• Ability to handle

  multi-jurisdictional legal issues

  and manage cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Requirements:

1. Qualifications: LL.B. and preferably an LL.M. with a valid Bar Council registration.

2. Experience: 18+ years of experience in corporate law, with a focus on contract management, litigation, and compliance.

3. Skills: Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.