Regional Legal Manager

Company Description Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company Ltd. is part of the Murugappa Group and operates as a diversified financial services provider in India. Through its subsidiary CHOLA PROJECT MANAGEMENT PRIVATE LIMITED, the organization delivers project-related and financial solutions from its base in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The company focuses on responsible growth, customer-centric services, and strong governance practices. Prospective team members can expect a structured work environment with an emphasis on compliance, ethics, and professional development.
Role Description The Regional Legal Manager is a full-time position based in Sambalpur with a hybrid work arrangement, allowing some work from home. The role involves overseeing regional legal matters, including reviewing and drafting contracts, agreements, and other legal documents for the company's operations. The Regional Legal Manager will handle legal compliance, support litigation and dispute resolution, coordinate with external counsel, and advise internal stakeholders on legal risks and regulatory requirements. The position includes monitoring changes in relevant laws, maintaining legal records, and collaborating with business, operations, and compliance teams to ensure policies and practices align with applicable regulations. The role also requires preparing legal reports, conducting training on legal and regulatory issues, and contributing to the development of standard legal processes and templates.
Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Law, with the ability to interpret and apply relevant statutes and regulations.
• Proficiency in Legal Document Preparation, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and agreements.
• Experience in Legal Consulting, providing practical advice to business and operational teams on legal risks and implications.
• Demonstrated expertise in Legal Compliance and Legal Affairs, including regulatory adherence, dispute management, and coordination with external counsel.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law (LLB/LLM) from an accredited institution; bar membership is preferred.
• Several years of experience in corporate or financial services legal roles, ideally in a regional or multi-location capacity.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and timely decision-making.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, manage multiple matters simultaneously, and communicate clearly with diverse stakeholders.