GM - Litigation

Job Description

Job Title : General Manager (GM) – Litigation & Mediation

Location : Hyderabad

Reports to : General Counsel

Job Summary

The General Manager (GM) – Litigation & Mediation is responsible for overseeing all aspects of litigation management and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) for the organization. This role combines strategic legal oversight, case coordination, mediation, and policy development to resolve disputes effectively and in alignment with the company’s objectives. The DGM ensures the smooth handling of legal cases while fostering a culture of amicable settlements through ADR.

Key Responsibilities

1.   Litigation Management

Strategic Oversight : Develop and implement strategies for managing various forms of litigation, including civil, criminal, arbitration, and regulatory cases.

Case Coordination : Lead and oversee both internal and external legal teams to ensure that legal proceedings are initiated and progress in a timely manner.

Database Management : Maintain comprehensive records of ongoing and past cases, providing regular updates to senior management on case status, milestones, and outcomes.

Court Representation : Represent the organization in legal forums, such as courts, tribunals, and arbitration panels, ensuring effective presentation of the company’s legal position.

2.   Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

Mediation Oversight : Supervise the mediation process and ensure that ADR efforts align with the organization's business and legal objectives.

Training and Development : Provide training for internal teams on effective mediation techniques, conflict resolution skills, and ADR processes to enhance organizational competence.

Policy Development : Establish, review, and update internal policies regarding dispute resolution mechanisms, promoting a proactive approach to conflict management and fostering a culture of amicable settlements.

3.   Legal Advisory and Compliance

Regulatory Compliance : Ensure that all litigation and ADR activities comply with applicable laws and regulations, minimizing legal risks.

Policy Formulation : Advise senior management on the formulation of internal policies designed to mitigate legal risks and promote ethical conduct.

Stakeholder Engagement : Work closely with various business units to align legal strategies with overall business goals, ensuring legal considerations are integrated into business decisionmaking processes.

4.   Team Leadership and Development

Team Management : Lead, mentor, and develop the legal team, fostering a collaborative, efficient, and high-performance work environment.

Resource Allocation : Allocate resources effectively across litigation and mediation matters to ensure that legal teams can address case workloads efficiently.

Performance Monitoring : Evaluate team performance regularly, providing feedback and implementing strategies to ensure continuous professional development and improvement.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills

Educational Background

Essential : Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree.

Preferred : Advanced degrees or certifications in dispute resolution, mediation, or related fields.

Professional Experience

• 15–25 years of legal practice experience, with significant expertise in litigation and mediation, particularly in the construction or infrastructure sectors.
• Proven track record of managing complex legal disputes and leading successful ADR initiatives.

Core Competencies

Analytical Skills : Ability to analyze complex legal matters and develop practical, effective strategies.

Negotiation Skills : Expertise in negotiating settlements and mediating disputes to favorable resolutions.

Communication Skills : Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate legal positions and engage effectively with stakeholders.

Leadership : Strong leadership capabilities in managing legal teams and fostering cross-functional collaboration.

Cu ltural Sensitivity : Awareness of diverse cultural perspectives, especially when managing international or multi-jurisdictional disputes.

Key Skills

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Personal Attributes

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills Educational Background