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Senior Legal Manager

Role Purpose

To lead and manage complex legal matters related to mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, and real estate transactions. The role ensures all legal risks are identified, mitigated, and aligned with the company's strategic growth objectives across multiple jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

Lead legal due diligence for acquisitions, disposals, and investments.
Structure, draft, and negotiate SPA, SHA, MOA, and related agreements.
Advise on transaction structuring, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation.
Coordinate with external counsel, financial advisors, and internal stakeholders.
Draft and negotiate joint venture agreements, shareholder agreements, and partnership structures.
Provide strategic legal advice on JV governance, exit mechanisms, and dispute resolution.
Support the formation, restructuring, and dissolution of joint ventures.
Oversee legal aspects of land acquisition, development agreements, leasing, and asset disposals.
Review and negotiate contracts with contractors, consultants, and service providers.
Ensure compliance with local real estate laws and regulatory frameworks.
Provide proactive legal advice to senior management on business initiatives.
Identify legal risks and propose practical mitigation strategies.
Develop and implement legal policies, templates, and governance frameworks.
Ensure compliance with local and international laws across jurisdictions.
Liaise with government authorities and regulatory bodies.
Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting the real estate sector.
Manage and mentor junior legal team members.
Act as a key legal partner to business units (Development, Finance, Investments).
Manage relationships with external law firms and ensure cost efficiency.