Hiring For Stressed Asset Management Team @ Mumbai

Job Description: AVP/DVP Stressed Asset Management

Company: Axis Finance Ltd.
Department: Legal – Stressed Asset Management Team Location: Mumbai Experience: at least 8-10 years Qualification: LLB (Qualified Lawyer)

Role Overview:

Axis Finance Ltd. is seeking an experienced legal professional for the role of AVP/DVP in the Stressed Asset Management Team. The role involves handling NPA resolution, and legal matters related to stressed assets across Corporate Banking and Emerging Markets.

The candidate will be responsible for strategizing and executing legal actions for recovery, litigation, restructuring, and settlements, while ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks.

The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in handling high-stake corporate account litigations before High Courts/NCLT and other key legal forums.

Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement legal strategies for managing stressed assets and loan recoveries. • Provide legal support and risk assessment on debt restructuring, asset reconstruction, and resolution strategies. • Advise internal stakeholders on legal risks and recovery prospects. • Litigation & Dispute Resolution: • Initiate and oversee legal proceedings under SARFAESI Act, IBC, RDDBFI Act, NI Act, Arbitration Act, CPC, and other recovery laws. • Handle high-value corporate account litigations before the High Courts, along with other courts and tribunals (NCLT, DRT). • Represent Axis Finance Ltd. in key legal matters, ensuring efficient resolution of disputes. • Liaise with external legal counsels and monitor case progress. • Stressed Asset Recovery & Resolution: • Engage in settlement negotiations, restructuring, and enforcement of security interests. • Support in drafting and vetting agreements related to asset resolution, restructuring, and settlements. • Work closely with the business and credit teams to optimize recovery strategies. • Regulatory Compliance & Governance: • Ensure adherence to RBI, SEBI, and other regulatory guidelines related to asset classification, provisioning, and resolution. • Keep updated on evolving legal and regulatory changes impacting stressed asset management. • Cross-functional Collaboration: • Coordinate with business, finance, risk, and compliance teams for efficient resolution of stressed assets. • Engage with external agencies, law firms, ARCs, insolvency professionals, and regulatory bodies. • Provide legal support to all functions with a PAN India approach while being based in Mumbai.

Key Skills & Competencies:
• Strong expertise in Banking & Finance Law, Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code (IBC), SARFAESI Act, Recovery Laws, and Corporate Laws. • Well-versed in high-value litigation matters before the High Court/NCLT etc., particularly related to corporate accounts. • Experience in litigation management, arbitration, and settlements. • Excellent negotiation and contract drafting skills. • Ability to handle high-value corporate and MSME stressed asset portfolios. • Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience in working across multiple teams. • Knowledge of regulatory frameworks governing NBFCs and financial institutions. • Ability to lead and mentor a team within a dynamic legal and business environment.

Preferred Experience:
• Prior experience in legal teams of NBFCs, Banks, ARCs, or Law Firms handling financial disputes, insolvency, and recovery matters. • Exposure to corporate banking, emerging markets, and retail asset classes. • Expertise in handling litigation before the High Courts/NCLT/Arbitration etc.

This role provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial and legal strategy of Axis Finance Ltd. while working in a dynamic, high-impact environment in Mumbai