Deputy General Manager

Job Description
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Job Title: Deputy General Manager (Liaison & RERA)
Job Type:
Permanent, Full-time

Function:
Liaison - RERA
Business:
Godrej Properties

Location: Hyderabad
About Godrej Industries Group (GIG)
At the Godrej Industries Group, we are privileged to serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally through our businesses with market leadership positions in the consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services and chemicals industries

About Godrej Properties Limited (GPL)
Godrej Properties brings the Godrej Group philosophy of innovation, sustainability, and excellence to the real estate industry. Each Godrej Properties development combines the over 125-year legacy of excellence and trust with a commitment to cutting-edge design, technology, and sustainability.

Role Summary
The Deputy General Manager (Liaison & RERA) will oversee and manage all liaison activities with government and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance, approvals, and certifications for real estate projects. This role demands strong expertise in managing statutory approvals, adherence to regulatory guidelines, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders while ensuring compliance with RERA requirements.

Responsibility Area

• Regulatory Approvals & Compliance:

• Ensure timely acquisition of No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for project milestones, includingIOD(IntimationofDisapproval),CommencementCertificate(CC),Occupancy Certificate (OC), and Building Completion Certificate (BCC).

• SubmitnecessarydocumentstotheMunicipalCorporationandotherauthoritiesfor obtaining IOD.
• Coordinatewithlocal authorities andregulatorybodiestosecureessential approvals.

• Attend all RERA-related hearings for projects, ensuring representation and compliance.

• Coordination & Documentation:

• CollaboratewiththeProjectsTeamtoalignlicensesandcertificateswithconstruction progress, including Plinth Completion Certificates.

• WorkcloselywiththeLiaisonArchitecttoreviewprojectplans/drawingsandensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with all stakeholders and prepare the RERA Docket.

• Engage with HO Audit Team for alignment and approvals.

• Maintainproperdocumentationforallliaisonactivities,includingRERA-relatedrecordsfor individual projects.

• Ensure accurate and timely submission of quarterly and half-yearly RERA compliance reports.
• Correct existing RERA entries and consents from customers as required.
• AddressandresolvecomplianceissuesraisedbyRERAauthoritiesbyfollowinguponeach desk until closure.
• Manage all miscellaneous RERA-related project compliances and maintain robust records.

• Budget & Financial Oversight:

• Monitorandmanagetheliaisonbudget,includingcostsforFSIpremiums,TDR,and consultant charges.

• Ensuredetaileddocumentationandreportingofoperatingexpendituresincurredinapproval processes.

• Risk Identification & Mitigation:

• IdentifypotentialrisksinliaisonandRERAprocessesanddevelopmitigationstrategiesto address them proactively.

• Stakeholder Relationship Management:

• Buildandmaintainrelationshipswithinternalteams(Design,Legal,BusinessDevelopment, Projects, and Finance) and external stakeholders, including government agencies such as PWD, Police, RTO, Fire Department, Electric Utility, and PCB.

Skills Required:

• NecessarySkills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Excellent analytical skills for evaluating regulatory risks and opportunities.
• Effective negotiation skills for managing relationships with government authorities.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and presentation tools.

• Desirable Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of Development Control Rules and regulatory frameworks.

• Expertise in handling infrastructure-related work for projects of varying scale and complexity.
• Ability to manage infrastructure-related activities for legacy, ongoing, and new projects.

Who are we looking for?

• Graduate in B.E or Diploma in Civil or Architecture.
• Minimum 15+ years of experience in liaison and regulatory compliance within the real estate sector.
• Proficiency in Development Control Rules of local authorities.

What's in it for you?

Be an equal parent
Childcare benefits for the birthing parent, commissioning parent (in case of surrogacy) or adoptive parent, and their partners

• 6monthsofpaidleaveforprimarycaregivers,flexibleworkoptionsonreturnforprimary caregivers
• 2monthspaidleaveforsecondary caregivers
• Caregiver travel for primary caregivers to bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel Coverage for childbirth and fertility treatment

No place for discrimination at Godrej
Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy

Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses Gender transition support

We Are Selfish About Your Wellness
Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options Trust based sick leave

Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling

Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way
Structured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievements Performance-based earning opportunities

An inclusive Godrej

Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And has been for over a century. It's not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you.

We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognize merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, color, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members.

If this sounds like a role for you, apply now We look forward to meeting you.