Legal Head

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Title: Senior Manager - Legal (Real Estate, Infrastructure)

Company: Vida Realty Pvt. Ltd

Location: Andheri East, Mumbai

Work Experience: 12 to 18 years (Must presently be affiliated with Real Estate Sector)

Job Description:

Role Overview: Roha Realty Pvt. Ltd is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Manager - Legal to oversee and manage all legal matters related to our real estate and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in real estate law, strong analytical skills, and the ability to navigate complex legal transactions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Title Due Diligence: Conduct comprehensive legal due diligence for proposed projects and issue Title Clearance Certificates.

2. Preparation of Drafts:

• Draft various Agreements and Documents including Development Agreements, Supplementary Agreements, Individual Agreements, Agreement for Sale, Deed of Conveyance, Allotment Letters, Sale Deeds, NOCs, Possession Letters, Memorandums of Understanding, Indemnity Bonds, Undertakings, Leave and License Agreements, Power of Attorney, Application Forms, Letters of Intent, Work Orders, etc.
• Draft replies, rejoinders to Notices, letters, representations, and correspondence on behalf of the Organization.
• Draft representations and submissions to various bodies like Municipal Corporation, SRA, MHADA, societies, Banks, Financial Institutions, etc.

3. Vetting Agreements/Contracts: Review and vet Agreements, Deeds, Contracts such as Master Buyer Agreements, Facilitation Agreements, Advertisement Agreements, Debenture Trust Deeds, Partnership Deeds, NDAs, and documents from HR, Marketing, Sales, Accounts, etc.

4. Dealing with Stakeholders:

• Engage with Property Owners, Society Members, Slum Dwellers, Legal Advisors/Consultants to resolve legal queries/issues and finalize transaction documents.
• Interact with Bank Officials, Purchasers, and Government Officials to resolve legal queries related to transactions.
• Work with Non-Banking Financial Institutions, Bank Officials, their advocates, and Solicitors to finalize Loan Documents, Mortgage, and security documents.

5. Attend Meetings: Attend meetings with Government Officials, Property Owners, Society Members, their Advocates, Counsels, Senior Counsels, and Purchasers to resolve legal issues and finalize transaction documents.

6. Litigation Management:

• Review and finalize drafts of Writ Petitions, Written Statements, Replies, Rejoinders to Writ Petitions, Applications, etc. prepared by Senior Advocates, Legal Firms, etc.
• Coordinate with Legal Consultants, Senior Advocates, Solicitors, and Legal Firms to brief them on legal matters pending in various courts.

7. Legal Research: Conduct in-depth research on relevant Acts, Provisions, Government Notifications, rules, and regulations to support the company's progress.

8. Internal Coordination: Collaborate with internal departments as needed.

9. Documentation: Prepare documentation as per the instructions of the Directors of the OrganizOrganisationation.

10. Legal Research and Citations: Search relevant provisions and citations from various Bare Acts, Journals, Case-Laws, Internet, and Magazines like AIR, Law Reporters, Law Journals, etc.

Qualifications:

1. Education: L.L.B degree from a recognized law school, enrolled Advocate with the Bar Council of India.

2. Experience: Minimum of 10 to 18 years of experience in real estate law, ideally in a reputable law firm or corporate legal department.

3. Skills:

• Comprehensive understanding of Indian real estate and infrastructure laws.
• Proficiency in drafting and reviewing real estate contracts and conducting due diligence.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to navigate complex transactions and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in dispute resolution methods applicable to real estate matters.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and databases.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.

Preferred Skills:

1. Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with legal document management software and other relevant tools.

2. Negotiation Skills: Ability to negotiate terms and conditions with various stakeholders.

3. Leadership: Experience in managing and training team members to maintain high performance standards.

Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications.

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