Head - Legal - Real Estate - LLB (10-12 yrs)

- Land Title and Ownership

- Conduct and review title searches, title reports, property deeds, conveyance deeds, and other relevant documents.

- Ensure clear and marketable title for all residential properties.

- Identify and proactively mitigate title-related risks.

RERA Compliance:

- Ensure strict adherence to the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA).

- Oversee project registration, maintenance, and documentation filing under RERA requirements.

- Conduct RERA audits to maintain full compliance and address any compliance issues.

Documentation:

- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including:

- Joint Development Agreements (JDAs)

- Joint Venture (JV) agreements

- Buyout agreements

- Development agreements

- Construction contracts

- Sales and purchase agreements

- Prepare and review term sheets, definitive documents, joint venture agreements, development agreements, lease and purchase agreements. agreements, sale

- Leadership and Cross-functional Collaboration

- Lead and mentor a team of legal professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance.

- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Project Management, Sales, Finance, and Compliance, to align legal strategies with overall business goals

Dispute Resolution and Litigation:

- Handle pre-litigation and litigation matters concerning the residential developmet, collaborating with external legal counsel as needed.

- Manage disputes with clients, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders, aiming for efficient, cost-effective resolutions

Policy Development and Training:

- Develop and update internal policies related to real estate law and regulatory compliance.

- Conduct training sessions for the residential segment team on legal, regulatory, and compliance-related topics.

Regulatory Compliance:

- Ensure compliance with Indian real estate development laws and regulations, including local Mumbai-specific regulations.

Risk Management:

- Proactively identify and mitigate legal risks associated with residential development projects.

Desired Skills & Experience:

- 5+ years of experience in real estate law.

- Registered with the Bar Council of Maharashtra.

Expertise in:

- Land title and ownership laws

- RERA regulations

- Contract law

- Documentation (term sheets, definitive documents)

- Litigation management

- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

- Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks.

Additional Requirements:

- Familiarity with Mumbai-specific regulations and real estate laws.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Knowledge of Indian court procedures and litigation.

- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with a solutions-oriented mindset.

- Proven track record of implementing risk mitigation strategies.

- Experience with government relations, community engagement, and public-private partnerships is advantageous