Legal and Liasion

Job Opening: Associate - Legal & Liaison

Company: ZECPL Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha Position: Associate - Legal & Liaison

About the Role

ZECPL is seeking a proactive, diligent, and detail-oriented Associate to join our team in Bhubaneswar. This role is pivotal in managing our legal, statutory, and operational compliances. The ideal candidate will act as a key liaison between the company and various government bodies, service providers, and stakeholders, ensuring smooth operations and strict adherence to all regulations.

Key Responsibilities

● Statutory & Legal Compliance:

○ Ensure timely and accurate legal and statutory compliances with regulatory bodies including RERA, BMC, BDA, and other relevant external agencies.

○ Manage the process for obtaining necessary permissions, licenses, and clearances from various government departments.

○ Track and ensure the timely deposit of all statutory fees and taxes.

● Liaison & Coordination:

○ Act as the primary point of contact and build strong working relationships with local establishments and service providers, including electricity (TPCODL), water (WATCO), and NHAI.

○ Represent the company in meetings with statutory departments to address queries, resolve issues, and facilitate approvals.

● Documentation & Reporting:

○ Draft official correspondence, applications, and notices for outward communication.

○ Assist various internal departments with the preparation and review of documents related to tenders, contracts, complaints, and compliance reports.

○ Maintain a comprehensive tracking system for tenant agreements and lease renewals.

● Stakeholder Management:

○ Attend meetings with the Association of Owners & Allottees to support the CRM team and Management in addressing concerns and ensuring smooth community operations.

● Administrative Duties:

○ Track and monitor employee attendance and conveyance records using available software.

Qualifications & Skills

● Education: Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB), Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

● Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a liaison, compliance, or legal support role, preferably within the real estate, infrastructure, or property management sector.

● Knowledge: Demonstrable experience and an in-depth understanding of working with local statutory bodies like RERA, BMC, and BDA is essential.

● Skills:

○ Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Odia.

○ Strong liaison, networking, and interpersonal skills.

○ Proficient in drafting official letters and legal documents.

○ Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

○ Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

○ Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).