Crest Ventures - Senior Manager - Legal (5-10 yrs)

About the job:

Company Description:

- Crest Ventures Limited, headquartered in Mumbai, India, is a Non-Banking Finance Company registered with The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and listed on the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE).

The company operates in Real Estate, Financial Services and Investments verticals, with a focus on building successful businesses with global partnerships and a commitment to value creation.

Responsibilities :

- Advise the MDO and management on legal, regulatory, and compliance risks for key business decisions, real estate projects, and transactions.

- Lead efforts to assess legal and compliance risks, ensuring adherence to relevant laws such as the Transfer of Properties Act, RERA, Companies Act, and SEBI Regulations.

- Manage external legal counsel and drive legal matters to resolution while maintaining strong relationships with law firms.

- Draft, review, and revise agreements and contracts for real estate, including development and vendor agreements, title certificates, and project management documents.

- Draft and review finance and investment-related agreements such as loan and securitization documents.

- Handle correspondence with stakeholders, including housing societies, statutory bodies, and external counsel.

- Maintain detailed records of legal cases and transactions, preparing case notes and documentation for litigation matters.

- Review and provide legal advice on all real estate and financial transactions, supporting the MDO in all legal efforts.

Qualifications:

Education:

- Bachelor's degree in law from a reputable law school with bar qualification (AIBE); membership with the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (CSI) is a plus.

Experience:

- 5-10 years in the legal field, preferably with multinational companies and reputable law firms.

- At least 5 years of experience in real estate and general corporate laws.

Technical Skills:

- Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.

- Strong communication and legal drafting skills.

- Excellent interpersonal skills and flexibility.

- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

- Critical thinker with a desire to learn and assess situations to identify key issues.

- Good knowledge of Indian laws, particularly in real estate, transaction advisory, business outsourcing, and corporate governance