One97 Communications Limited (“Paytm”), India’s leading payments and financial
services distribution company and through its affiliates, a pioneer of QR codes,
Soundbox, and mobile payments. Paytm builds technologies that help small businesses
with payments and commerce. Paytm’s mission is to serve half a billion Indians and
bring them to the mainstream economy with the help of technology.
About the team: The litigation team manages pan India Litigation (i.e civil, consumer,
labor, arbitration, etc. day to day Advisory to business, coordination with Law
Enforcement Agency.
About the role: We are seeking the candidature of an effective & efficient individual in a
DGM position, who would be aligned with the Litigation team and will be dealing with in-
house Litigation matters on a Pan India basis, for the entire One97 group.
Expectations/ Requirements
1. Litigation Management and control
2. Good legal Knowledge
3. Drafting of legal notices, written statements, replies, representations,
presentations, etc
4. Legal Advice on day-to-day operation
5. Handling Police complaints/notices/letters
6. Court appearance on behalf of Company
7. Managing external counsel
8. Risk management
9. Coordinating and dealing with various authorities
10. Coordination with cross-functional teams to ensure compliances to all the
prescribed regulatory norms.
11. Legal research and miscellaneous legal work
12. Draft and review pleadings, motions, and other court documents
13. – Develop and implement litigation strategies
14. – Manage case files and maintain accurate records
Superpowers/ Skills that will help you succeed in this role
● 12- 15 years of work experience in handling litigation matters.
● Minimum 4-5 years of experience working in-house in litigation.
● Experience in specific areas of litigation (e.g., commercial, employment,
intellectual property)
● Familiarity with court procedures and rules
● Good interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and coordinate complex
issues
● Attention to detail and the ability to work independently and efficiently
● Sound Knowledge of the Litigation process
● Excellent drafting skills
● Negotiations skills
● Strong trial experience
● Familiarity with court procedures and rules
● Excellent Communications Skills
Education: Must be a graduate in LLB
Why join us
Merit based culture that thrives on self-motivated & driven individuals who are set out to
make a successful career in India’s fastest growing Fintech Organization. Agile &
democratic setup that gives space to your creativity, offers opportunity to work at scale
coupled with an environment that always encourages diverse perspective.
