Legal Advisor-Real Estate

Job Responsibilities

• Contract Drafting & Negotiation
• Draft, review, and finalize various legal agreements including Sale Deeds, Development Agreements, Joint Venture Agreements, MOUs, Lease Deeds, Contractor Agreements, Vendor Contracts, and Service Agreements.
• Lead negotiations to safeguard the company’s legal and commercial interests.
• Land & Property Due Diligence
• Conduct in-depth legal due diligence of land parcels and built-up properties.
• Verify title documents, check for encumbrances, and ensure clear and marketable title.
• Coordinate with external legal firms and property consultants for opinion and vetting.
• Regulatory & Statutory Compliance
• Ensure compliance with RERA, Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, MOEF norms, local municipal regulations, land revenue codes, and environmental clearances.
• Monitor statutory timelines and liaise with government bodies for permissions and approvals.
• Dispute Resolution & Litigation Management
• Handle civil, criminal, consumer, RERA, and arbitration matters.
• Coordinate with external counsels, draft responses, affidavits, and maintain case documentation.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings, if required.
• Risk Assessment & Legal Advisory
• Advise internal teams on project-related risks, potential disputes, and strategic legal solutions.
• Assess risks in property acquisitions, partnerships, and project structuring.
• Keep the management informed about changing legal/regulatory developments.
• Corporate Legal Support
• Assist in drafting board resolutions, shareholder agreements, and ROC-related filings.
• Ensure the legal health of the company from a corporate governance perspective.
• Documentation & Record Management
• Ensure systematic documentation and safe custody of all legal papers, title deeds, contracts, and case files.
• Maintain a legal database and track status of cases, compliances, and contracts.
• Internal Coordination & Support
• Collaborate with project, planning, sales, and finance teams to align legal processes with business objectives.
• Train and guide junior legal staff or external legal consultants on case strategies and compliance protocols.
• Stakeholder & Government Liaison
• Act as a point of contact with government departments, registration offices, land revenue departments, and local authorities.
• Ensure smooth handling of land mutation, registration, conversion, and NOC processes.
• Audit & Policy Review
• Support internal and external legal audits.
• Periodically review legal SOPs, contract templates, and internal policies to ensure alignment with law and business changes.

Skills & Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree in Law (LL.B.); LL.M. is a plus.
• 5–7 years of experience in real estate, construction, or infrastructure legal work.
• Strong understanding of Goa-specific land and property laws, including:
• Goa Land Revenue Code
• Town & Country Planning Act
• Goa RERA regulations
• Land conversion (Sanad) procedures
• Portuguese-era title document interpretation
• Experience handling title due diligence, development agreements, and regulatory approvals.
• Excellent drafting and communication skills.
• Ability to manage litigation, arbitration, and legal strategy independently.
• Prior liaison experience with government and statutory authorities in Goa is preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Panaji, Goa: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• Real Estate & Property Law: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person