About Airtel
Airtel is a telecommunications company with legal and regulatory requirements arising from its business operations. This role focuses on managing litigation, supporting regulatory compliance and protecting the interests of the company and its stakeholders.
About the Role
Airtel is hiring for the position of Regulatory Litigation in Gurugram, Haryana. The role involves managing litigation matters, supporting the development of legal strategy, coordinating with external counsel and providing legal advice on regulatory issues affecting the telecommunications sector.
The position is intended for an experienced legal professional with substantial litigation and court-practice experience, particularly in regulated sectors such as telecommunications.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should have:
An LL.B. degree.
8–10 years of relevant experience, particularly in court practice and litigation management.
Experience handling litigation involving regulated sectors, especially telecommunications.
Strong legal research, analytical and drafting skills.
Familiarity with court and tribunal procedures.
Roles and Responsibilities
1. Litigation Management
Manage litigation dashboards and notice management systems.
Assist in handling critical litigation involving the company and its stakeholders.
Support the development of litigation strategies.
Draft and review pleadings for filing before courts and tribunals.
Conduct legal research and prepare synopses, arguments and submissions.
Attend court hearings and monitor developments in ongoing matters.
Handle pre-litigation matters, including notices and replies.
Explore dispute resolution mechanisms and negotiate settlements.
Provide timely litigation updates to senior management and statutory authorities.
2. Legal Advice and Regulatory Risk Assessment
Advise on the interpretation of applicable guidelines, rules, licences, orders and regulations.
Handle legal matters involving the Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, TRAI and other relevant authorities.
Assess the merits and risks of litigation.
Review and comment on draft bills, regulations, policies and consultation papers.
Support responses to queries from auditors and statutory authorities concerning litigation.
3. External Counsel Coordination
Identify and maintain a database of external counsel based on subject-matter expertise.
Coordinate with external law firms and advocates representing the company.
Participate in discussions concerning case strategy and hearing preparation.
Monitor litigation-related invoices and dashboards.
Key Legal Knowledge and Skills
Candidates should have knowledge of Indian constitutional law and relevant legislation, including:
Indian Telegraph Act, 1885
Telecommunications Act, 2023
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India Act, 1997
Information Technology Act, 2000
Competition Act, 2002
Familiarity with Supreme Court, High Court and tribunal procedures is also required.
The role additionally values ownership, collaboration, communication, logical reasoning, adaptability and execution excellence.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates can review the full job description and apply through the LinkedIn listing: