Legal Manager (Contracts & Compliance)

The Legal Manager will be a key member of their team, responsible for overseeing all legal matters with a primary focus on contract lifecycle management and regulatory compliance. You will play a crucial role in safeguarding the company's interests by ensuring legal conformity and mitigating risks across all their projects and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Contract Management:

  Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including construction agreements, sub-contractor agreements, vendor contracts, joint development agreements (JDAs), lease agreements, and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs).

• Regulatory Compliance:

  Ensure complete compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, particularly those related to the construction and real estate sector, such as

  RERA

  , labor laws, environmental regulations, and local building by-laws.

• Liaison:

  Act as the primary point of contact and liaise with government departments, statutory bodies, and external legal counsel.

• Dispute Resolution:

  Manage and provide strategic guidance on any litigation, arbitration, or dispute resolution matters.

• Legal Advisory:

  Provide proactive and commercially sound legal advice to the management team on business transactions, policy matters, and potential risks.

• Documentation:

  Develop and maintain a systematic repository of all legal documents, contracts, and compliance records.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education:

  Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) from a reputable, BCI-approved university.

• Experience:

  2 to 7 years of post-qualification experience, either in a reputable law firm with a focus on real estate/construction law or in the in-house legal department of a construction or real estate company.

• Expertise in Contracts:

  Proven, hands-on experience in contract drafting, negotiation, and end-to-end contract lifecycle management.

• Compliance Knowledge:

  Strong understanding of the regulatory landscape for the construction industry, including RERA and labor laws.

• Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Hindi.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

What they Offer

• A competitive salary package commensurate with experience and industry standards.
• The opportunity to be an integral part of a leading company in a high-growth sector.
• A professional, collaborative, and supportive work environment.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement.