Legal Head

Job Summary for Legal Head:

legal & liasoning

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:

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Monitor and update internal policies in line with legal requirements.

2. Contract Management:

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to ensure the companys full legal rights.
• Ensure contracts are compliant and mitigate potential risks.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings, if necessary, including litigation and arbitration.

3. Litigation Management:

• Manage litigation and disputes, working with external legal counsel as required.
• Represent the organization in legal proceedings, arbitrations, and mediations.

4. Advisory Role:

• Provide legal advice and support to management and various departments.
• Educate and train employees on legal topics and compliance matters.

5. Corporate Governance:

• Ensure proper governance practices are in place, including board meetings and resolutions.
• Provide expert legal support and advice to management on a wide range of legal matters, including corporate, commercial, and employment law.
• Maintain corporate records and documentation.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel as needed and manage legal budgets.
• Handle complex legal matters and projects, providing strategic solutions and support.
• Conduct training and awareness sessions for staff on legal and compliance matters.
• 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:

• 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:

• 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:

• 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:

• 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:

• 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 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:

• 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.