Legal Manager - Non Litigation

Job Description

Key Responsibilities: Documentation & Vetting: Draft, review, and vet loan agreements, sanction letters, mortgage documents, MoUs, and other property-related documents. Conduct title verification and due diligence for residential property loans. Manage document storage, retrieval, and control processes. Legal Advisory & Compliance: Provide legal opinions on housing loan matters including property approvals, encumbrance checks, and compliance with applicable real estate laws. Ensure all documentation complies with local/state laws and internal credit policies. Stay updated with changes in RERA, stamp duty, and registration laws. Risk Management: Identify potential legal risks in loan processing and recommend mitigation strategies. Assist credit and operations teams in resolving legal queries and structuring deals. Liaison & Coordination: Coordinate with external legal counsel for title searches and due diligence. Liaise with government bodies and registration offices, where necessary. Internal Support: Support the business team with legal inputs during loan product development. Conduct training sessions for sales and credit teams on legal aspects of home loan disbursements. Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Law (LLB); LLM will be an added advantage. Minimum 35 years of experience in non-litigation legal work, preferably in housing finance In-depth knowledge of property law, real estate compliance, and housing finance documentation. Skills Required: Strong drafting and negotiation skills. Ability to interpret and explain legal concepts to non-legal teams. Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy. Proficient in MS Office and legal documentation systems.