Legal Head for Bangalore

Key Responsibilities
1. Legal Due Diligence & Compliance
 Lead comprehensive legal due diligence for land acquisition, including title verification,
encumbrance checks, land use, and regulatory approvals.
 Ensure compliance with applicable land laws, local regulations, and statutory requirements.
 Identify legal risks and provide strategic recommendations for mitigation.
2. Transaction Structuring & Documentation
 Structure and review key transaction documents such as Sale Deeds, Joint Development
Agreements (JDAs), MOUs, and Power of Attorney.
 Oversee end-to-end documentation lifecycle, from drafting to execution and registration.
 Ensure accuracy, completeness, and legal enforceability of all documents.
3. Stakeholder & Government Liaison
 Act as the primary point of contact for legal consultants, landowners, brokers, and
government authorities.
 Handle negotiations and resolve legal/documentation challenges efficiently.
 Ensure smooth coordination for approvals, registrations, and clearances.
4. Strategic Advisory & Reporting
 Provide legal insights and advisory support to senior leadership on land investments and
deal structuring.
 Prepare detailed due diligence reports, risk assessments, and investment notes.
 Track regulatory changes and assess their impact on ongoing and future projects.
5. Team Leadership & Process Governance
 Lead, mentor, and supervise the legal/documentation team.
 Establish SOPs, streamline workflows, and ensure process efficiency.
 Maintain high standards of compliance, documentation control, and audit readiness.

Preferred Qualifications
 LLB (mandatory); LLM is an added advantage.
 Experience in Non-Litigation and In-House legal roles, preferably in real estate, land
acquisition, or property documentation.
 Strong knowledge of land laws, registration processes, and local regulatory frameworks.
 Proven experience in handling end-to-end land transactions independently.
 Strong negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
 Proficiency in MS Office and legal documentation systems.

Key Competencies
 Strategic thinking & decision-making
 Strong legal and commercial acumen
 Leadership & team management
 Negotiation & conflict resolution
 Attention to detail & accountability