AM - Legal

About the role -

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Counsel for our Real Estate team. As a Legal Counsel - Real Estate, you will be responsible for handling the legal aspects of the company s real estate transactions, focusing on lease agreements for retail stores. The role demands strong skills in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating lease deeds, as well as managing the ancillary documentation and internal processes related to property leasing.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Due Diligence: Conduct thorough due diligence on properties to be leased by the company, ensuring all legal, regulatory, and compliance requirements are met before entering into any lease agreements.
2. Drafting & Reviewing Lease Deeds: Draft, review, and negotiate lease deeds and related agreements for retail stores leased by the company, ensuring the companys best interests are protected in all aspects.
3. Ancillary Documentation Review: Review and manage all ancillary legal documents related to real estate leases, such as guarantor agreements, subleases, and amendments.
4. Contract Management & Safekeeping: Ensure the safekeeping and proper management of all lease contracts. This includes maintaining a contract master, coordinating registrations, and implementing efficient internal workflow management tools.
5. Internal Coordination: Work closely with internal teams, including the Real Estate, Finance, and Operations departments, to ensure timely execution of lease agreements and compliance with internal policies.
6. Legal Advisory: Provide sound legal advice on various real estate matters, guiding internal stakeholders through complex legal processes and resolving any legal issues related to real estate transactions.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in Law (LL.B.) from a recognized institution.
• 4+ years of experience in real estate law, specifically in leasing and contract management, ideally in a corporate or retail setting.
• Strong understanding of real estate laws, contract law, and related regulations.
• Experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating lease deeds, property agreements, and other legal documents.
• Ability to handle due diligence and manage property-related legal documentation effectively.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Stong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to work with a dynamic legal team in a fast-growing company.
• Competitive salary package with potential for growth.
• A chance to play a key role in managing the company s real estate portfolio.