PB Balaji Appointed CEO of Jaguar Land Rover, Succeeding Adrian Mardell in November 2025!

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), the renowned British luxury automaker, has announced the appointment of PB Balaji as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective November 2025. Balaji, currently the Group CFO of Tata Motors, will take over from Adrian Mardell, who is set to retire after a distinguished 35-year tenure at JLR, including a pivotal three-year term as CEO.

The transition signals a new era for JLR as it continues its ambitious Reimagine strategy—a roadmap aimed at reinventing the company as a modern luxury brand with a strong focus on electrification, sustainability, and digital transformation.

N Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Jaguar Land Rover PLC, Tata Motors, and Tata Sons, praised Mr. Mardell for his outstanding leadership. “Adrian has been instrumental in revitalizing JLR and delivering exceptional results during one of the most transformative periods in automotive history. I thank him for his service and commitment. PB Balaji brings deep insight into JLR’s operations and strategy, having worked closely with the leadership team for several years. His appointment ensures continuity and momentum in our Reimagine journey.”

Reflecting on his legacy, Adrian Mardell stated, “It’s been a tremendous honour to lead this company and work alongside such a talented and passionate team. I am proud of what we have accomplished together and confident that Balaji is the right person to lead JLR into its next chapter.”

Balaji brings over 30 years of global leadership experience across the automotive and consumer goods industries. Since joining Tata Motors in 2017, he has played a key role in driving financial turnaround and strategic clarity within the group. His international career spans major financial and supply chain leadership roles in Mumbai, London, Singapore, and Switzerland, giving him a well-rounded view of global business dynamics. An alumnus of IIT Madras (B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering) and IIM Calcutta (PGDM), Balaji is widely respected for his operational acumen, strategic vision, and collaborative leadership style.

“It is a privilege to lead an iconic company like Jaguar Land Rover,” Balaji said. “I have developed a deep connection with the brand and its people over the past eight years. I look forward to building on the strong foundation Adrian has established, and working with the team to drive sustainable growth and innovation.”

Founded in 2008, JLR operates under the ownership of Tata Motors, and has earned global acclaim for its Jaguar and Land Rover brands. With Balaji at the helm, JLR is expected to strengthen its position in the evolving automotive landscape by pushing boundaries in electric mobility, luxury craftsmanship, and smart mobility solutions.

As the company prepares for this leadership change, all eyes are on how Balaji will steer JLR through its next wave of transformation—one driven by electrification, connected car technologies, and new market expansion.