Mercedes‑Benz Research and Development India is the largest research and development center of the Mercedes‑Benz Group AG outside Germany. Since its establishment in 1996, MBRDI has been at the forefront of engineering innovation across mobility, software-defined vehicles, and next-generation automotive technologies.

The organization contributes across multiple domains including:
- Software-defined vehicles and automotive platforms
- Autonomous driving and ADAS technologies
- Connected vehicle ecosystems and cloud platforms
- Digital engineering, data platforms, and AI solutions
- Body electronics, infotainment systems, and vehicle architecture

MBRDI partners closely with global Mercedes-Benz engineering and product teams to deliver technology that powers the future of mobility.

Role Overview
The Head of Legal & Compliance will serve as the chief legal advisor to the Managing Director and executive leadership team, responsible for safeguarding the organization’s legal, regulatory, and governance framework.




This role will lead the legal function for one of the largest global engineering centers within the Mercedes-Benz ecosystem, supporting strategic business initiatives, enabling innovation in automotive technologies, and ensuring the organization operates with the highest standards of compliance, ethics, and corporate governance.
The position will partner closely with global legal teams, engineering leadership, HR, finance, procurement, and corporate functions to manage legal risk while enabling business growth and technological innovation.

Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Legal Leadership
- Lead the Legal & Compliance function for MBRDI and act as the principal legal advisor to senior leadership.
- Provide strategic legal guidance on business expansion, partnerships, and global engineering collaborations.
- Translate legal requirements into pragmatic business solutions that enable innovation while managing risk.

2. Corporate Governance & Regulatory Complianc

📌 Head - Legal & Compliance (Bengaluru)
🏢 Mercedes Benz Research and Development India
📍 Bengaluru