Job Title: Legal Officer
Location: - Sirohi, Rajasthan
Experience: 4-5 years of relevant experience in Banking or NBFC legal operations.
Job Summary
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Officer with 4-5 years of experience in Banking or NBFC sector. The candidate will be responsible for handling legal documentation, regulatory compliance, loan recovery matters, and coordination for litigation cases. The role requires strong knowledge of SARFAESI Act, DRT proceedings, and NPA recovery processes.
Roles & Responsibilities
1) Legal Documentation
Draft, review and vet legal documents such as loan agreements, contracts, notices, affidavits, and legal correspondence.
Ensure proper legal documentation for loan disbursement and recovery processes.
2) Compliance & Regulatory
Ensure company compliance with RBI guidelines and NBFC regulatory frameworks.
Assist in implementing legal policies and internal compliance procedures.
3) Recovery & Litigation
Handle matters related to SARFAESI Act, NPA recovery, arbitration and debt settlement.
Coordinate with external legal counsels and recovery agencies for ongoing litigation matters.
Support legal proceedings in DRT and other courts/tribunals when required.
4) Legal Advisory
Provide legal guidance to internal teams on risk mitigation and compliance issues.
Identify potential legal risks and suggest preventive strategies.
5) Documentation & Records
Maintain legal records, case files, and documentation database.
Track and monitor legal cases and recovery matters.
Qualification & Skills
Qualification - LLB / LLM from a recognized university.
Strong knowledge of SARFAESI Act, DRT, Arbitration, Civil & Criminal Laws
Experience in loan documentation and legal compliance
Understanding of NPA recovery processes
Strong legal drafting and analytical skills
Good communication and negotiation abilities
Ability to handle confidential information with integrity
Proficiency in MS Office and legal research tools