Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, November 2025 — Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) India has announced the appointment of PB Balaji as its new Chief Executive Officer, following the retirement of Adrian Mardell after an illustrious 35-year tenure with the company. This marks a significant leadership transition within the Tata Motors Group, as Balaji steps into this pivotal role after serving as Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Tata Motors since 2017.
With a career spanning nearly three decades, PB Balaji brings a wealth of experience in global finance, operations, and strategic transformation. Prior to joining Tata Motors, he spent over 18 years with Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) and Unilever, where he held leadership roles including CFO, Vice President – Finance for Americas Supply Chain, and Group Chief Accountant. His assignments across Mumbai, Schaffhausen, London, and Singapore gave him deep exposure to cross-border business management, capital efficiency, and global supply chain leadership.
During his tenure at Unilever Singapore, Balaji served as Vice President – Treasury, overseeing complex financial structures and risk management operations across emerging markets. His extensive understanding of financial systems and strategic foresight have been instrumental in strengthening the Tata Motors Group’s financial discipline, enhancing profitability, and driving sustainable growth.
Balaji’s elevation to CEO of Jaguar Land Rover India aligns with the Tata Group’s broader strategy of leveraging leadership excellence across its global automotive portfolio. Under his stewardship, JLR India is expected to advance its transformation journey, with a focus on innovation, digitalization, customer experience, and global competitiveness, reinforcing the brand’s position as a premier player in the luxury automotive segment.
About Jaguar Land Rover India (JLR)
Jaguar Land Rover India, part of the Tata Motors Group, entered the Indian market in 2009 and has since established a robust retail presence with 25 outlets across 21 cities. The company represents two of the most iconic British automotive brands—Jaguar and Land Rover—offering a range of luxury performance vehicles and SUVs. With a commitment to innovation, craftsmanship, and sustainability, JLR continues to redefine modern luxury and drive the future of mobility in India.
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