Chief Manager – Legal at Kotak Life Insurance, Mumbai
Kotak Life Insurance (Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance Company Limited) invites applications for the position of Chief Manager – Legal at its corporate office in Goregaon East, Mumbai, Maharashtra. The opportunity is suitable for qualified legal professionals with 3–4 years of relevant experience, preferably in the insurance sector or a law firm.
The selected candidate will work with the Legal Documentation team in a non-litigation role, handling agreements, policy contracts, investment-related documentation and providing legal advisory support to various business teams.
About Kotak Life Insurance
Kotak Life Insurance (Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance Company Limited) is a private-sector life insurance provider in India and part of the Kotak Mahindra Group.
The company offers a range of life insurance products and services to customers across India.
About the Job
Kotak Life Insurance is hiring for the position of Chief Manager – Legal in its Legal Department.
The selected candidate will be part of the Legal Documentation team, which follows a non-litigation profile and comprises approximately 5–6 members.
The role involves managing the company's documentation requirements, including agreements and policy contracts, while providing legal advisory support to business teams.
Name of the Post: Chief Manager – Legal
Organisation: Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance Company Limited
Department: Legal
Team: Legal Documentation
Role Profile: Non-Litigation
Experience Required: 3–4 years
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
LL.B. degree from a recognised institution.
Work Experience
3–4 years of relevant professional experience.
Experience in the insurance sector or a law firm will be preferred.
Required Skills
Candidates should possess the following skills and competencies:
Sound legal understanding.
Good analytical abilities.
Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
Effective communication skills.
Roles and Responsibilities
The selected candidate will be responsible for the following:
1. Contract Management
Draft, review and negotiate agreements, including service agreements, non-disclosure agreements, broker letters, corporate agency agreements and engagement letters.
2. Investment Agreements
Review and clear investment-related agreements and activities.
Handle documentation relating to derivatives, ISDA agreements, investments through Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) and Offer for Sale transactions.
3. Policy Documents
Draft and review policy documents.
Work closely with the Marketing and Products teams on policy contracts.
4. Legal Advisory
Provide timely and quality legal advice to business teams on day-to-day matters.
5. Documentation and Reporting
Maintain systematic records of completed work and legal documentation.
Prepare and maintain Management Information System (MIS) reports.
Location
Corporate Office: Goregaon East, Mumbai, Maharashtra
Application Procedure
Interested and eligible candidates can apply through Kotak Life Insurance's official recruitment portal.
Candidates are advised to review the job requirements and submit their applications through the official recruitment platform.
Note: The announcement does not specify the application deadline or remuneration. Candidates should check the official recruitment portal for further details.