LLB with 10+ years of post-qualification litigation experience
Mandatory: Minimum 5+ years in retail lending litigation, specifically LAP / property-backed loans, within NBFCs, Banks, or ARCs
Strong understanding of Micro LAP dynamics: small-ticket property loans, MSME borrowers, and urban/rural recovery challenges
Hands-on experience with NPA management, enforcement actions, and settlement negotiations
Excellent negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure, high-impact environments
Educational Details:Bachelor degree
State:Maharashtra
Postal Code:000000
Qualifications:Bachelor degree
Created Date:2025-12-20
End Date:2026-03-30
Experience:8 - 12 year
Salary:
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Industry:
Openings:1
Primary Responsibilities :
Hiring: Lead Litigation – Retail Lending (LAP / Property-Backed Loans)
📍 Location: India
💼 Experience: 10+ Years
🎓 Qualification: LLB
Job Summary
We are seeking a seasoned Litigation Leader with 10+ years of hands-on experience to head our Retail Lending Litigation function, with a strong focus on Loan Against Property (LAP) portfolios.
The role involves end-to-end ownership of litigation strategy, proactive legal risk management, and driving recoveries in a fast-paced NBFC environment. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Indian recovery laws (SARFAESI, DRT, IBC) and a proven track record of reducing NPAs through effective legal interventions.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute litigation strategies for Micro LAP portfolios
Lead a team of in-house lawyers and manage external counsel handling high-volume retail loan litigation
Oversee cases across DRT, Civil Courts, and SARFAESI proceedings
Monitor litigation portfolio health, analyze outcomes, and improve recovery rates while controlling provisioning costs
Ensure compliance with RBI regulations and NBFC-specific litigation protocols
Advise senior leadership on legal risks, loan structuring, borrower negotiations, and settlement strategies
Train recovery teams on litigation best practices and represent the organization in high-stakes matters
Analyze litigation trends (property title disputes, borrower insolvency, enforcement challenges) and recommend process improvements
Experience Requirements:
Qualifications & Experience
LLB with 10+ years of post-qualification litigation experience
Mandatory: Minimum 5+ years in retail lending litigation, specifically LAP / property-backed loans, within NBFCs, Banks, or ARCs
Strong understanding of Micro LAP dynamics: small-ticket property loans, MSME borrowers, and urban/rural recovery challenges
Hands-on experience with NPA management, enforcement actions, and settlement negotiations
Excellent negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure, high-impact environments