Shashwat Kumar Joins Jindal Steel As Vice President (Legal)
Shashwat Kumar Joins Jindal Steel As Vice President (Legal)
Jindal Steel Limited has appointed Shashwat Kumar as Vice President (Legal), marking his transition from private practice to an in-house leadership role.
With nearly two decades of experience, Shashwat Kumar specialises in infrastructure and Indian regulatory laws. He has built a strong reputation advising on complex mandates across the infrastructure and projects space, with particular expertise in regulatory and policy matters.
Prior to this move, Shashwat Kumar was a Partner at CMS IndusLaw for over two years. His extensive law firm experience also includes leadership roles at Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co and Link Legal India Law Services. Earlier in his career, he was associated with AZB & Partners as part of the Infrastructure & Projects Practice and with J. Sagar Associates, where he advised on projects, regulatory, and policy matters.
On taking up the new role, Shashwat Kumar shared,
"To new beginnings, in a different role this time .. Vice President (Legal) "
This transition marks Shashwat Kumar’s first in-house role, where he is expected to leverage his deep sectoral expertise to strengthen Jindal Steel Limited’s legal and regulatory functions.
Academically, Shashwat Kumar is an alumnus of the Faculty of Law, University of Delhi, and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Hindu College, University of Delhi.
Shashwat Kumar’s appointment reflects the growing trend of experienced law firm partners moving into in-house leadership roles, bringing strong advisory expertise to support corporate legal strategy and regulatory compliance.
Jindal Steel is one of India’s foremost integrated steel producers, renowned for its scale, efficiency, and commitment to excellence. Operating on a robust mine-to-metal model, the Company leverages captive resources, advanced manufacturing capabilities, and a global distribution network to deliver high-performance steel solutions. With an investment footprint exceeding USD 12 billion, Jindal Steel runs state-of-the-art facilities in Angul, Raigarh, and Patratu, and maintains strategic operations across India and Africa. Its diversified and future-ready product portfolio underpins core sectors such as infrastructure, construction, and manufacturing, powering progress through strength and sustainability.
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