Manager / Senior Manager – Legal (Litigation & Ombudsman)

Company Description:

Bharti AXA Life Insurance is a leading life insurance provider in India, offering value-for-money life insurance and savings solutions. Established in 2006, we are a wholly owned subsidiary of Bharti Life Ventures Private Limited, a prominent business group in India. With over 200 branches across India, we ensure accessibility and convenience for our customers. Recognized as a Great Place to Work for four consecutive years, we foster a positive work environment.

We are looking for a proactive and experienced legal professional to manage the company’s end-to-end litigation function on a Pan India basis. The role involves handling high-volume litigations, Insurance Ombudsman matters, legal and statutory notices, and police-related issues, while ensuring regulatory compliance and business alignment.

Location- Mumbai,BKC-HO

Designation- Manager / Senior Manager – Legal (Litigation & Ombudsman)

Role Highlights:

• Oversee nationwide litigation: consumer disputes, criminal cases, civil suits, writs & arbitration.
• Lead Insurance Ombudsman engagements—draft responses, represent cases, and track performance.
• Handle legal & statutory notices across policyholders, vendors, and regulators (IRDAI, Consumer Forums, Police, etc.).
• Manage criminal law issues: FIRs, summons, and liaise with enforcement authorities.
• Provide pre-litigation advisory, assess legal risk, and contribute to internal compliance strategies.
• Own legal documentation, MIS reports, and dashboarding for senior leadership visibility.

Qualifications & Experience:

• LLB (mandatory); LLM or insurance law certifications preferred.
• 6–12 years of experience, with strong exposure to the life insurance or BFSI sector.
• Knowledge of CPC, CrPC, Consumer Law, IRDAI regulations & Insurance Act.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Why Join Us?

• Exposure to a wide spectrum of legal challenges in the insurance sector.
• Opportunity to work with senior leadership and regulators.
• Fast-paced, compliance-focused environment with growth opportunities.