Archive · 6 Aug 2025
PB Balaji Appointed JLR CEO Amidst Economic Challenges
PB Balaji, the finance head at Tata Motors, is set to lead Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) as CEO starting November 2025.
This is a historic move, as he will be the first Indian to hold this position since Tata Motors acquired the company.
He replaces Adrian Mardell, who is retiring.
JLR is currently experiencing challenges, such as slower growth forecasts and issues in China, a crucial market.
Balaji has an extensive background in finance, previously working at Unilever and Hindustan Unilever before joining Tata Motors.
PB Balaji, currently CFO of Tata Motors, will become CEO of Jaguar Land Rover in November 2025.
Balaji will be the first Indian CEO of JLR since its acquisition by Tata Motors in 2008.
JLR is facing challenges, including projected muted growth and headwinds in China.
Balaji has held various finance roles at Unilever and Hindustan Unilever.
The appointment was announced by Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran.
- Who
- PB Balaji.
- What
- PB Balaji will become the CEO of Jaguar Land Rover.
- When
- Balaji's appointment is effective November 2025.
- Where
- Jaguar Land Rover.
- Why
- The Board selected Balaji after careful consideration to continue the company's strategy.
- Incoming JLR CEO
- PB Balaji
- Current Role
- CFO, Tata Motors
- JLR Transition Date
- November 2025
- First Indian CEO
- Yes
- Challenges
- Muted growth, China headwinds, transition to EVs
- Former Employers
- Unilever, Hindustan Unilever
Sources
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