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Lead – Legal (Property Law) Location: South India Industry: Luxury Retail - Jewellery Overview: We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Lead – Legal (Property) to join our legal team. This role is focused primarily on property and real estate matters , supporting the company’s expansion and operations through effective legal documentation, compliance, and dispute management. The position will report to the General Manager – Legal and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure all real estate-related legal matters are executed efficiently and in full compliance with applicable laws. Responsibilities: Draft, review, and negotiate property-related agreements such as lease deeds , leave and license agreements , renewals , and termination documents . Independently manage the legal aspects of property transactions under various business models, including COCO (Company Owned Company Operated) , FOFO (Franchise Owned Franchise Operated) , COFO (Company Owned Franchise Operated) , and Management Agreements . Conduct legal due diligence for property acquisition or lease, verifying title, encumbrances, and statutory approvals. Liaise with landlords, brokers, external counsel , and government authorities for documentation, registration, and issue resolution. Represent the company before competent authorities , including municipal offices, land registrars , and in case of property-related litigation . Interface with local police and civic authorities in case of property-related disputes or violations. Ensure compliance with real estate laws at both the central and state levels , such as RERA , Registration Act , Transfer of Property Act , Stamp Duty Laws , and local building codes . Support commercial operations by assisting in drafting and reviewing vendor contracts , service agreements , MoUs , and related documents. Maintain accurate records of property documents, agreements, and litigation files in a well-structured repository. Litigation management , coordinating with external counsel and internal stakeholders as required. Travel extensively across South India as required Qualifications: LL.B. or LL.M. from a recognised Indian university with registration under the Bar Council of India . 10+ years of legal experience with a strong focus on property law , commercial leasing , and corporate legal documentation . Demonstrated ability to independently handle legal documentation and negotiations related to real estate. Prior experience dealing with property disputes , site-level issues , and legal compliance across cities. Desired Skills: Strong drafting and negotiation skills . Working knowledge of real estate regulations and familiarity with local authorities’ procedures. Ability to manage external legal advisors and interact effectively with internal business teams. Excellent communication skills – verbal and written. High degree of integrity, discretion, and professionalism. Proficiency in MS Office , legal research platforms , and document management tools. Open to travelling extensively across South India Show more Show less
