Chief Legal Officer

Seasoned, hands-on Legal leaders required for two separate flagship business units within a large Indian conglomerate operating across Metals, Mining, Oil & Gas, Power & Energy . These are senior, high-visibility roles partnering with the business to lead legal, regulatory, M&A and dispute strategies for capital-intensive operations. Ideal candidates will be commercial, strategic, and comfortable running complex transactions and high-stakes litigation across regulated landscapes.

Location : Odisha / Rajasthan

Experience : 18–25 years post-qualification

Background : Preference for candidates with deep sector experience in metals, mining, natural resources, oil & gas, power or heavy industry . Strong candidates may come from senior in-house GC / Head of Legal roles or from top-tier law firms with relevant industry exposure.

Key focus areas :

• Lead legal, regulatory & compliance strategy for large-scale operations.
• Drive and manage M&A, JV, restructuring and project transactions .
• Own litigation, arbitration and high-value dispute resolution.
• Draft / negotiation of EPC, procurement, project and commercial contracts.
• Oversee land, environment, mining, and sustainability regulatory matters.
• Build, mentor and scale the legal & compliance function;

manage external counseland stakeholder engagement.

Connect with us at manushree@vahura.com or rahul@vahura.com for a confidential chat.

PS : We receive many applicants — priority will be given to profiles that closely match the sector and seniority requirements. If you don’t hear back immediately, your profile may still be considered for future, equally senior mandates.

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