Senior Manager/ DGM - Legal and Compliance Group

As a Senior Manager / Deputy General Manager in the Legal and Compliance Group at Hitachi India Private Limited, you will be responsible for a wide range of legal and compliance activities within the organization. Your primary duties will include drafting, evaluating, negotiating, and vetting various types of contracts, overseeing contract management processes, managing litigations, providing legal advice to internal teams, ensuring legal compliance, and monitoring changes in laws relevant to the company's operations. You will be expected to play a crucial role in contract management by developing standard contracts, ensuring compliance with contracting policies, reviewing contractual performance, and identifying and resolving conflicts or changes during contract renewals. Additionally, you will be responsible for conducting initial assessments of litigation cases, drafting legal documents, managing litigations, and representing the company before courts and tribunals. In addition to your direct responsibilities, you will also oversee Company Secretarial work, corporate governance requirements, and compliance with Hitachi's Code of Conduct Ethics and Business Conduct. Your ability to collaborate with other departments, provide training on legal matters, and stay informed about industry best practices and legal trends will be essential in fulfilling your duties effectively. To excel in this role, you should have at least 14-15 years of experience in reputed companies, preferably in Infrastructure and Project-based industries. A strong understanding of corporate law, contract law, legal principles, and litigation procedures is crucial. Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, along with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively, are also required. Leadership qualities, proactive attitude, attention to detail, and the ability to provide practical solutions to legal and compliance issues will be key to success in this position. A Law degree from a well-recognized university is mandatory, and an additional qualification as a Company Secretary will be advantageous. You should be proficient in using Microsoft Office applications and demonstrate a high level of accuracy in your legal work. Your interpersonal communication skills, ability to work in a team, and innovative approach to legal and compliance challenges will be highly valued in this role. Overall, as a Senior Manager / DGM in the Legal and Compliance Group at Hitachi India Private Limited, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the company's sustainable growth and ensure legal compliance while providing proactive legal support to the organization.,