Senior Legal Executive

Job Summary:

We are looking for a mid-level Legal Executive with minimum 5 years of experience, who can work independently, take ownership of assigned tasks, and complete them with minimal supervision, while also providing support to team members. He/She will oversee and manage the legal affairs of the real estate development company. This role involves ensuring compliance with all relevant legal regulations, managing contractual agreements, handling property transactions, and providing legal guidance to various departments. He/she will work closely with external legal advisors, internal departments, and government authorities to mitigate legal risks and support the company's growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Legal Compliance and Advisory:
• Ensure compliance with real estate laws, regulations, and standards.
• Advise Department Head/management on legal implications of company strategies, projects, and decisions.
• Conduct legal research on real estate regulations and stay updated on changes in property laws.
• Contract Management:
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including leases, joint venture agreements, construction agreements, and vendor contracts.
• Ensure contracts are legally sound and align with company interests.
• Maintain accurate records of contracts and ensure contract renewals are timely.
• Property Transactions:
• Handle due diligence, title verification, and documentation for property acquisitions, sales, and leases.
• Manage the legal aspects of property transactions, including conveyancing, registration, and documentation.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel for property-related matters when required.
• Dispute Resolution:
• Manage and resolve legal disputes, including tenant, vendor, and contractor issues.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings, if necessary, and manage litigation strategies.
• Work with external counsel for complex litigation and arbitration cases.
• Risk Management:
• Identify potential legal risks in the company's operations and provide proactive solutions.
• Develop policies and procedures to mitigate legal risks and ensure compliance.
• Conduct training for employees on legal issues, particularly in compliance and property law.
• Liaison with Government Authorities:
• Manage relationships with regulatory authorities, including local municipal bodies, environmental authorities, and land records offices.
• Ensure all statutory filings, approvals, and licenses are obtained and up-to-date.
• Documentation and Record-keeping:
• Maintain organized records of all legal documents, including contracts, property documents, and licenses.
• Develop and enforce document control policies to ensure confidentiality and accessibility.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Law (LLB or LLM).
• Experience: 5-6 years of legal experience, preferably in real estate, construction, or property law.
• Certifications: Bar Council registration or equivalent.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of real estate law, contract law, and corporate law.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Proficiency in legal research and understanding of property documentation.
• Proficiency in Kannada and English is mandatory.
• Ability to take up in-office as well as field works.

Office Location: Dommasandra, Sarjapore, Bangalore

For a quicker response, please send your resume to hr@pleasurespaces.com with a subject line " Applying for - Mid Level Legal executive"