Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), the luxury automotive subsidiary of Tata Motors, has announced the appointment of P.B. Balaji as its new Chief Executive Officer effective November 2025. Balaji, previously Group CFO of Tata Motors, succeeds Adrian Mardell, who retires after 35 years at JLR, marking a historic leadership transition.
Jaguar Land Rover confirmed that P.B. Balaji will take charge as CEO, becoming the first Indian to lead the iconic British luxury carmaker. An alumnus of IIT Madras and IIM Calcutta, Balaji has been instrumental in driving Tata Motors’ financial strategy and transformation since 2017. His appointment reflects Tata Group’s confidence in internal leadership and ensures continuity in JLR’s electrification and sustainability roadmap. Adrian Mardell, who guided JLR through a successful turnaround, steps down after a distinguished career.
Notable updates
Balaji succeeds Adrian Mardell, retiring after 35 years at JLR
First Indian CEO of Jaguar Land Rover, effective November 2025
Previously served as Group CFO of Tata Motors and Tata Group
Appointment highlights Tata’s internal leadership pipeline and strategic continuity
Focus areas include electrification, sustainability, and global growth initiatives
Major takeaway
Balaji’s appointment signals Tata Group’s commitment to strengthening JLR’s global leadership, blending financial expertise with strategic vision to drive the brand’s next phase of transformation.
Sources: Tata Group Press Release, Financial Express, JLR Media Newsroom