legal head

Pranathee Services

Legal Head Opportunities in Real Estate, Bengaluru*Industry: Real Estate*Locations: Yelahanka Bengaluru, Karnataka*Experience: 10 plus Years*Salary Range: ₹12L&ndash;₹18L PA*Key Responsibilities:✓Litigation Management: Handle legal disputes, represent the company, and coordinate with external advocates✓Non-Litigation / Advisory: Draft, review, and negotiate real estate agreements, conduct due diligence, and provide legal opinions✓Regulatory and Compliance: Liaise with government authorities, monitor property law changes, and maintain legal documentation*Qualifications and Skills✓LLB/LLM from a recognized university✓ 10 plus years of experience in real estate legal matters✓Fluent in Kannada (reading and writing) mandatory✓ Sound knowledge of local land laws, RERA, and property registration processes in KarnatakaInterested candidates reach us on + 91 9480810268Job Type: Full-timePay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹80,000.00 per monthBenefits:<ul><li>Cell phone reimbursement</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Provident Fund</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Preferred)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Legal Manager : 8 years (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Legal Head

EZ Capital

Job Title: AVP &ndash; LegalLocation: Barakhamba, Connaught Place, New Delhi Company: Exclusive Leasing and Finance Pvt. Ltd. (EZ Capital) Experience: 12 to 16 years Salary: Up to ₹20 LPA Industry: NBFC &ndash; Retail Lending / Secured MSME LoansAbout the CompanyEZ Capital (Exclusive Leasing and Finance Pvt. Ltd.) is an RBI-registered NBFC with over 30 years of lending experience, focused on secured MSME, vehicle, and e-rickshaw loans across semi-urban and underserved markets. With a strong customer-first approach and growing branch network, we aim to drive financial inclusion with speed and transparency.Role OverviewWe are seeking a highly experienced and result-oriented AVP &ndash; Legal to lead our legal function. The role requires deep knowledge of NBFC recoveries, cheque bounce litigation, and compliance frameworks. The ideal candidate will work closely with operations, credit, collections, and senior leadership to manage risk, ensure legal compliance, and accelerate recoveries.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Handle and oversee all Section 138 (cheque bounce) cases and ensure timely legal action</li><li>Manage civil and criminal litigation related to loan recovery, fraud, or defaults</li><li>Review and draft loan agreements, notices, and recovery documentation in line with NBFC practices</li><li>Ensure RBI compliance, legal audits, and policy alignment with evolving regulations</li><li>Coordinate with external legal counsels, manage ongoing litigation across branches</li><li>Lead the in-house legal team and maintain accurate legal MIS/reporting</li><li>Advise on collateral enforcement, including repossession of vehicles and property-based loans</li><li>Stay updated on changes in financial laws impacting NBFCs</li></ul>Key Requirements:<ul><li>12 to 16 years of legal experience, preferably in NBFCs or BFSI sector</li><li>Strong exposure to Section 138 NI Act, loan recovery litigation, and arbitration</li><li>Sound knowledge of RBI NBFC guidelines, contract law, and consumer lending regulations</li><li>Ability to manage high-volume litigation across multiple geographies</li><li>Proven leadership in building and guiding legal teams and working cross-functionally</li><li>LLB/LLM from a recognized university; Bar Council registration preferred</li></ul>Why Join Us:<ul><li>Lead legal strategy at a fast-growing NBFC</li><li>High-impact role in shaping recovery and compliance outcomes</li><li>Work with a mission-driven and agile leadership team</li><li>Exposure to real-world, grassroots lending challenges and solutions</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: ₹90,000.00 - ₹120,000.00 per monthBenefits:<ul><li>Provident Fund</li></ul>Work Location: In person

DVP - Legal Head

Radha TMT

Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Legal Head to join our team on an exclusive retainer basis. The successful candidate will represent our company in various legal matters in court cases ranging from financial and supply chain disputes to disputes involving title transfers of land and assets. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) and have experience with National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) cases.Key Responsibilities:Case Management and Compliance: Keep track of cases, proceedings, and suits, draft and file petition before the Hon&rsquo;ble Court, reply and rejoinders if any on case-to-case basis, updating the status of pleadings regularly. Manage litigation and disputes, including working with external legal counsel when necessary, and overseeing litigation processes from initiation to resolution. Liaise with local administrative and judicial officials, as well as tribunal officials such as Official Liquidator, Court Receiver, etc. for all purposes of filing of petitions before the Hon&rsquo;ble Civil Courts/High Courts etc. Legal Representation: Represent and appear on behalf of the company in relevant court cases. Provide expert legal advice on title search in line with the prevalent land laws in states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh or otherwise and support on matters related to the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), and relevant National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) proceedings. Develop and implement legal strategies to protect the company&rsquo;s interests and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Invoke Arbitration and draft statement of claims, written statements, establishing the points of reference and cross examination etc. including but limited to filing of petitions under section (9) in terms of Alternate Dispute Resolution Legal Documentation and Contract Management: Draft &amp; review all applications/petitions, and negotiate legal documents, agreements, and contracts to ensure the company&rsquo;s interests are adequately represented and protected. Draft case papers, petitions, affidavits, applications, replies to legal notices, written statements, submissions, evidence, agreements, MOUs, etc. Corporate Governance and Advisory: Advise the Board of Directors on key managerial and corporate governance issues. Stay updated on changes in laws and review their impact on the organization, highlighting important implications to management. Inform concerned departments of legal statuses related to activities and cases.Candidate Profile:Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law (LLB) from a Tier I or II law institute preferably from NLU or NALSAR; a master&rsquo;s degree in law (LLM) or equivalent will be an added advantage. Minimum of 15+ years of relevant legal experience in litigation and corporate law with 7+ years of experience with NCLT cases.Proven track record of successfully representing clients in court cases related to financial and supply chain disputes. Strong legal acumen and exposure to the working of courts in India.Familiarity with legal issues specific to the manufacturing industry High degree of professional ethics and integrity. Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.Language: Command over English, Telugu, and Hindi. Comfortable in travelling to represent the company on a Pan-India basis.Candidates with prior experience in contracts in in-house teams is preferred Experience in handling legal matters related to the manufacturing sector is preferred Membership in the Bar Council of India.Job Type: Contractual / TemporaryPay: ₹100,000.00 - ₹200,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Legal Head - Exclusive Retainer

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 Job Title: Head of Legal, India
 
 
 
 Location: Gurugram, India
 
 
 Reports to: India Site Lead and General Counsel
 
 
 Supports: Group Head of APAC and Group Head of Technology
 
 
 
 Role Overview
 
 
 
 The Head of Legal, India will be a senior leadership role responsible for providing strategic and operational legal support to our India hub. This position will work closely with the India Site Lead and the Group General Counsel, and will collaborate with global leadership, including the Group Head of APAC and Group Head of Technology. This role will ensure there is legal compliance, effective management of legal risk, and will enable business growth while maintaining governance standards.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 The Head of Legal, India will serve as the senior legal leader for all India‑based legal activities and operations. Acting as a trusted advisor to the Site Lead and senior executive team, the role will support:
 
 
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 Legal Advisory &amp; Business Support
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 Provide comprehensive legal support for business-as-usual operations across our India hub.
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 Advise on commercial contracts, employment law matters, and regulatory compliance.
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 Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on legal risk and strategic initiatives.
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 Contract Management Hub
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 Support the establishment of a contract management hub in India, including assisting with the recruitment and team design.
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 Support the development of processes and frameworks for efficient contract lifecycle management.
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 Partner with global commercial legal teams to ensure contract standards, templates, negotiation playbooks and clause libraries align with global expectations.
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 Utilise legal technology and AI tools to ensure the contract management hub runs efficiently.
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 Employment &amp; Labor Law
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 Provide guidance on employment-related legal issues, including policies, disputes, and compliance with Indian labor laws.
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 Cross-Border Legal Coordination
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 Represent the Legal team in India leadership forums and cross‑functional initiatives.
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 Support global projects with India execution requirements, ensuring regulatory compliance and risk mitigation.
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 Provide leadership, coaching, and development to India‑based legal professionals and contract managers.
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 Work closely with global legal teams to align India operations with FNZ&rsquo;s group standards.
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 Ensure compliance for the business to operate as an outsourced service provider to various regulated FNZ subsidiaries around the globe.
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 Governance &amp; Company Secretarial
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 Ensure strong governance and company secretarial oversight for all India entities, including board processes, filings, compliance calendars, and subsidiary governance.
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 Legal Risk Management and Governance
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 Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks associated with India operations and outsourced service models.
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 Build strong relationships with external counsel, manage external legal spend, and ensure consistent quality of advice.
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 Maintain alignment with group governance frameworks, internal controls, and audit expectations.
 
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 Experience &amp; Qualifications
 
 
 
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 The ideal candidate will bring deep experience supporting international organisations headquartered outside India.
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 Senior Indian‑qualified lawyer with 12+ years PQE, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
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 Strong background in commercial contracting, employment law, governance, and company secretarial matters.
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 Experience supporting outsourced or shared‑service centres in India delivering services to a global parent/subsidiary.
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 Demonstrated ability to operate as a senior legal business partner, advising executive leadership.
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 Experience managing or contributing to legal operations transformation.
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 Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder‑management skills.
 
 
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 Exposure to financial services, technology, or regulated environments.
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 Experience working with global legal teams and matrix reporting structures.
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 Familiarity with contract lifecycle management systems, AI‑enabled legal tools, and legal operations best practices.
 
 
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 Strategic Legal Advisory &ndash; Strategic thinking with strong business acumen and ability to influence senior leaders and drive decision‑making.
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 Corporate Governance Expertise &ndash; Strong handling of governance, subsidiary management, and compliance frameworks.
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 Leadership &amp; People Development &ndash; Capability to lead and build a local legal function.
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 Commercial &amp; Operational Acumen &ndash; Understands outsourced‑service models, commercial risk, and customer/supplier dynamics.
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 Process &amp; Technology Mindset &ndash; Comfortable designing scalable processes and leveraging legal tech tools.
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 Growth Mindset - Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
 
 
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 About FNZ
 
 
 
 
 FNZ is committed to opening up wealth so that everyone, everywhere can invest in their future on their terms. We know the foundation to do that already exists in the wealth management industry, but complexity holds firms back.
 
 
 
 
 We created wealth&rsquo;s growth platform to help. We provide a global, end-to-end wealth management platform that integrates modern technology with business and investment operations. All in a regulated financial institution.
 
 
 
 
 We partner with the world&rsquo;s leading financial institutions, with over US$2.2 trillion in assets on platform (AoP).
 
 
 Together with our clients, we empower nearly 30 million people across all wealth segments to invest in their future.
 
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Head of Legal, India

Funcity

<ul><li>Head the Legal &amp; Company Secretarial function for the Group of Companies&middot;</li><li>Ensure full compliance with SECP, Companies Act, 2017, and other applicable laws&middot;</li><li>Act as Company Secretary for group entities,</li><li>including board and committee management&middot;</li><li>Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, MoUs, and legal documents&middot;</li><li>Manage corporate governance, statutory filings, and regulatory reporting&middot;</li><li>Advise the Board and senior management on legal risks, compliance, and regulatory matters&middot;</li><li>Handle litigation management, legal notices, and coordination with external counsel&middot;</li><li>Oversee corporate restructuring, mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures&middot;</li><li>Develop and implement group-wide legal policies and compliance frameworks</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: Rs200,000.00 - Rs350,000.00 per monthEducation:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Preferred)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Company Secretary : 8 years (Required)</li><li>full compliance with SECP, Companies Act, 2017: 8 years (Required)</li><li>review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, MoUs, and legal: 8 years (Required)</li><li> Manage corporate governance, statutory filings,: 8 years (Required)</li><li>Oversee corporate restructuring, mergers, acquisitions,: 9 years (Required)</li><li>Develop and implement group-wide legal policies: 8 years (Required)</li></ul>Location:<ul><li>Karachi (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Head Of Legal and Company Secretary

People First HR Consultancy

A well reputed Holding company in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Head of Legal. Ideal Candidates should be/Have:Holding Companies ExperienceExperience in Merger and New AcquisitionsMaleBilingualAbu Dhabi basedJob Type: Full-time

Head of Legal

National Realty Private Limited

About Company:National Realty Private Limited is a real estate Investment Company which started operations in the year 1983 and has been in the business for more than three decades. The Company is engaged in the business of acquiring properties (mainly commercial) and leasing the same to corporate bodies, multinational companies, and banks. National Realty identifies and acquires high growth potential commercial properties for income and appreciation in capital values. To meet the growing requirements of the company we are looking for qualified and experienced Legal Head with 4 to 7 years of experience.Job descriptionRoles and Responsibilities<ul><li>Draft and review contracts, Leave &amp; License agreements, probate and trust documents, leases, financing statements, purchase and property management agreements,</li><li>title abstracts, summaries, and commitments, as required, Due diligence for acquisition of properties, etc.</li><li>Represent client at real estate closings, in real estate disputes, and real estate litigation Should have Real Estate Knowledge</li><li>Drafting various documents for sale / lease of land to customers</li><li>Drafting of MOU, allotment letter, Agreements, Sale Deeds, Power of Attorney, Declaration, Indemnity.</li></ul>&middot; Experience/ Attending High Courts, NCLT, Small causes court, cooperative courts, etc.&middot; Due diligence for acquisition of properties, etc.Candidate Profile&middot; The candidate should possess 5 -8 years of relevant experience&middot; Knowledge in APF Business&middot; Market knowledge on Real Estate Market in respective Zone&middot; Should possess Legal DegreeRoleHead/VP/GM LegalIndustry Type Real EstateFunctional Area Legal Real EstateEmployment Type Full Time, PermanentRole Category Senior ManagementJob Type: Full-timePay: ₹600,000.00 - ₹1,000,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Health insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Legal Executive

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