General Manager - Legal

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB); additional qualifications in Real Estate Law or Corporate Law preferred.
• Proven experience (typically 10-15 years) in non-litigation legal work with a focus on real estate.
• Strong drafting and document scrutiny skills.
• Excellent knowledge of property laws, registration laws, and government regulations related to real estate.
• Ability to interpret complex legal documents and identify risks.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of real estate agreements, including sale deeds, lease agreements, joint venture agreements, and power of attorney.
• Conduct thorough due diligence and scrutiny of property titles, ownership documents, and approvals to ensure legal compliance and clear titles.
• Liaise with registrars, government authorities, and other stakeholders for verification and registration processes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies related to real estate transactions.
• Coordinate with internal teams (sales, finance, and project management) to align legal documentation with business requirements.
• Maintain a database of legal documents and track key milestones, expiry, and renewal dates.
• Provide legal advisory support on non-litigation matters and risk mitigation strategies.
• Keep updated with real estate laws, regulations, and industry trends.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person