Legal Head

Job Summary for Legal Head:

The Legal Head will be responsible for overseeing the legal & liasoning aspects of the organization. This role involves ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, drafting and reviewing contracts, managing legal risks, and providing legal guidance to various departments. The Legal Manager will work closely with management to support legal and liasoning for all the projects requirement while safeguarding the organization's interests.

Desired Skills and Experience -

• Legal Research, Analysis and executive reporting
• Contract Drafting and Negotiation
• Dispute Resolution and Litigation, arbitration process/proceedings
• Regulatory Compliance
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• Risk Management
• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Attention to Detail

Key Responsibilities:

1. Legal Compliance:

2. Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.

3. Monitor and update internal policies in line with legal requirements.

4. Contract Management:

5. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to ensure the companys full legal rights.

6. Ensure contracts are compliant and mitigate potential risks.

7. Represent the company in legal proceedings, if necessary, including litigation and arbitration.

8. Litigation Management:

9. Manage litigation and disputes, working with external legal counsel as required.

10. Represent the organization in legal proceedings, arbitrations, and mediations.

11. Advisory Role:

12. Provide legal advice and support to management and various departments.

13. Educate and train employees on legal topics and compliance matters.

14. Corporate Governance:

15. Ensure proper governance practices are in place, including board meetings and resolutions.

16. Provide expert legal support and advice to management on a wide range of legal matters, including corporate, commercial, and employment law.
17. Maintain corporate records and documentation.
18. Coordinate with external legal counsel as needed and manage legal budgets.
19. Handle complex legal matters and projects, providing strategic solutions and support.
20. Conduct training and awareness sessions for staff on legal and compliance matters.
21. Liaise with external legal firms for specialized advice or representation.

PERSON OVERVIEW -

Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Master's degree in Law (LLB/LLM).
• Minimum of 15-25 years of experience in corporate law, legal compliance, or related fields in real estate.
• Proven experience in contract management, litigation, and legal advisory.
• Strong understanding of industry-specific regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

KRA & KPI:

Legal Compliance & Risk Management -

KRA: Ensure legal compliance with all applicable laws and regulations while mitigating business risks.

KPI:

• 100% compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct quarterly legal audits and resolve issues within the defined timeline.
• Implement risk mitigation strategies to reduce legal liabilities.
• Number of compliance training sessions conducted annually.

2. Contract Drafting, Review & Management

KRA: Efficiently manage contracts, agreements, and legal documentation to protect the organization's interests.

KPI:

• Review and finalize contracts within the standard turnaround time (e.g., 5-7 working days).
• Maintain a centralized and updated contract repository.
• Minimize contract disputes by ensuring clear and legally sound agreements.
• Percentage of contracts negotiated without disputes or litigation.

3. Litigation & Dispute Resolution

KRA: Effectively manage and resolve legal disputes with minimal financial or reputational impact.

KPI:

• Successfully handle at least 80% of legal disputes in-house without escalation.
• Reduce external legal expenses by through strategic case management.
• Number of cases settled in favor of the company.
• Timely closure of pending litigations within the set deadline.

4. Legal Advisory & Stakeholder Support

KRA: Provide proactive legal advice and support to management and other departments.

KPI:

• Respond to internal legal queries within 48 hours.
• Conduct legal awareness programs for employees (minimum 2-3 per year).
• Management satisfaction score on legal support (measured via feedback).

5. Corporate Governance & Regulatory Filings

KRA: Ensure proper governance practices and timely submission of statutory documents.

KPI:

• 100% timely filing of statutory reports and regulatory submissions.
• Ensure corporate governance best practices are followed.
• Conduct governance training sessions for senior management annually.

6. Policy Development & Implementation

KRA: Develop, update, and implement internal legal policies and ensure compliance.

KPI:

• Develop and update at least 3-4 key legal policies per year.
• Achieve 100% policy adherence across all departments.
• Monitor and address policy violations within a set timeframe.

7. External Legal Coordination & Cost Management

KRA: Manage relationships with external legal advisors and control legal expenses.

KPI:

• Reduce reliance on external legal counsel by handling at least 50% of cases in-house.
• Ensure timely payments and agreements with external legal firms.
• Cost savings achieved through effective in-house legal management.