Manager - Legal & Compliance

We are a leading land development and construction company in Kerala, engaged in Residential Luxury Projects. We are looking for a committed and knowledgeable Manager - Legal & Complaince to support our operations, ensure compliance with state and central regulations, and protect the company’s legal interests throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Advisory & Compliance

l Provide legal guidance on property acquisition, construction activities, development approvals, and business operations.

l Ensure compliance with Kerala Building Rules (KBR), Municipal/Grama Panchayat regulations, RERA (Real Estate Regulation and Development Act), Contract Act, Transfer of Property Act, Registration Act, and other applicable laws.

l Monitor updates in state laws, government orders, and land-related notifications and advise management accordingly.

l Support compliance for approvals from LSGD, Town Planning Department, Pollution Control Board, Fire & Safety Department, and other statutory bodies.

Contracts & Documentation

l Draft, review, and negotiate agreements including sale deeds, land purchase agreements, construction contracts, contractor/subcontractor agreements, JVs, MOUs, lease deeds, and vendor contracts.

l Prepare and verify RERA-compliant documents, project agreements, and disclosure materials.

l Vet all legal documents for accuracy, risk exposure, and statutory adherence before execution.

Property & Land Matters

l Conduct due diligence on land parcels including title verification, encumbrance checks, and validation of revenue records (Thandaper, Aadhar, Basic Tax Receipt, Possession Certificate, Location Sketch).

l Liaise with Sub Registrar offices, Village and Taluk offices, Municipalities, and Panchayats for registration, mutation, building permits, and compliance certificates.

l Handle land-related issues such as boundary disputes, right-of-way, easements, and access matters.

Dispute Resolution & Litigation Support

l Draft legal notices, replies, and pre-litigation communications.

l Coordinate with external advocates for civil, criminal, consumer, and RERA litigation.

l Assist management in resolving disputes involving landowners, contractors, suppliers, customers, and regulatory bodies.

l Maintain systematic records of cases, notices, hearings, and compliance timelines.

Risk Management & Internal Support

l Identify potential risks in contracts, acquisitions, and project approvals; propose mitigation strategies.

l Support internal departments (sales, procurement, engineering, HR) with legal clarifications and document verification.

l Provide basic legal awareness/training sessions for staff as required.

Qualifications & Experience

l Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university; enrollment with the Bar Council of India / Kerala Bar Council preferred.

l Minimum 3–4 years of legal experience, ideally within real estate, land development, or construction sectors.

l Strong knowledge of Kerala property laws, land acquisition processes, building rules, and registration procedures.

l Familiarity with RERA (Kerala), local self-government approvals, and revenue department protocols.

l Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.

l Proficiency in English and Malayalam (mandatory for land and government interactions).

Key Competencies

l Sound legal judgment and problem-solving ability

l Strong documentation and record-keeping skills

l Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently

l Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

l High integrity, discretion, and professionalism

What We Offer

l Competitive salary and benefits

l Opportunity to work on major development projects across Kerala

l Supportive work environment with opportunities for career growth

l Exposure to regulatory processes and high-value property transactions

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person