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.