General Counsel for Residential Business

2 weeks ago

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India beBeeRealEstateLawyer Full time ₹ 3,00,00,000 - ₹ 4,00,00,000
Senior General Manager - Legal

The Senior General Manager - Legal will be responsible for overseeing all legal aspects of the Residential business vertical. This role encompasses compliance with laws, risk management, contract negotiations, documentation, and litigation.

The incumbent will work closely with the executive leadership team to ensure seamless execution of real estate transactions while mitigating legal risks and ensuring statutory compliances.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement legal frameworks, risk mitigation strategies, and compliance policies aligned with the company's business objectives.
  • Ensure full compliance with RERA, and local real estate regulations.
  • Conduct legal risk assessments, audits, and governance reviews across Residential vertical.
  • Oversee legal due diligence for land acquisitions, and property investments for residential properties.
  • Ensure clear land titles.
  • Provide legal support for township projects, mixed-use developments, Special Economic Zones (SEZs).
  • Structure and negotiate land purchase agreements, joint development agreements (JDA), and leasehold transactions.
  • Lead & address the litigations arising out of disputes related to property, contracts, and tenant agreements.
  • Represent the company in civil, commercial, arbitration, and other proceedings, including NCLT, consumer forums, RERA, Appellate tribunals, HC, and Supreme Court.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate complex real estate agreements across Residential sector including:
    • Joint Development Agreements (JDA) & Joint Venture Agreements (JVA)
    • Sale Deeds, Conveyance Deeds, and Lease Agreements
    • Construction, Vendor & Contractor Agreements
    • Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) & Licensing Agreements
    • Mortgage Deeds, Loan Documentation, and Escrow Agreements
    • Marketing, Brokerage & Franchise Agreements
    • Facilities Management & Service Level Agreements (SLA)
    • End customer documentation
    • It related documents
    • Trade Marks
  • Establish contract review mechanisms to protect business interests and minimize risks.
  • Develop legal risk mitigation frameworks to protect the company's assets and brand reputation.
  • Advise the Board of Directors and Executive Leadership on legal risks, and regulatory matters.
  • Support the Business Development team in structuring joint ventures, investor agreements, and large-scale real estate deals.
  • Collaborate with the Liaison team to obtain necessary government approvals and regulatory clearances.
  • Partner with the Design and Project teams to ensure project execution aligns with legal and regulatory guidelines.
  • Coordinate with CRM and Estate and Connect team, for completion of sale and handing over.
  • Engage with government bodies, regulatory agencies, and industry associations to advocate for favorable policies.
  • Manage external legal engagements with senior advocates, law firms, and arbitration panels.
  • Act as the legal representative in corporate negotiations, regulatory discussions, and industry forums.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing legal team to support the company's growth and compliance requirements.
  • Define KPIs, performance evaluation metrics, and training programs for legal team members.
  • Promote a culture of continuous learning, legal excellence, and proactive risk management.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Law (LLB) or Master of Law (LLM) with Corporate experience in Real Estate is required.
  • 20+ years of legal experience, with at least 5+ years in a leadership role.
  • Proven expertise in real estate law, land acquisition, litigation, and regulatory compliance. Strong experience handling Residential projects.

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