Job Description – Legal Advisor (Real Estate)
Position: Legal Advisor
Department: Legal & Compliance
Location: Siliguri
Reporting To: Management / Director
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Legal Advisor to oversee all legal matters related to our real estate business. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring legal compliance, managing property-related documentation, handling litigation, advising management on legal risks, and safeguarding the company's interests in all legal proceedings.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review, vet, and negotiate agreements, contracts, deeds, MOUs, lease agreements, sale deeds, development agreements, vendor contracts, and other legal documents.
- Conduct legal due diligence for land acquisition, property transactions, and development projects.
- Verify land titles, ownership records, encumbrances, approvals, and statutory compliances.
- Liaise with government authorities, advocates, regulatory bodies, and registration offices.
- Handle litigation related to civil, criminal, property, contractual, labor, and commercial matters.
- Represent the company before various judicial and quasi-judicial authorities through coordination with external counsels.
- Provide legal opinions and strategic advice to management on business decisions and risk mitigation.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, including RERA, Transfer of Property Act, Registration Act, Contract Act, Companies Act, and other relevant regulations.
- Monitor legal notices, prepare replies, and manage legal documentation and records.
- Assist in dispute resolution, arbitration, mediation, and settlement negotiations.
- Stay updated on changes in real estate laws and regulatory requirements and advise management accordingly.
- Coordinate with internal departments to ensure legal compliance across all business operations.
Required Qualifications
- LL.B. (Mandatory); LL.M. will be an added advantage.
- Enrollment with the Bar Council is preferred.
- 5–10 years of post-qualification experience, preferably in the real estate, infrastructure, or construction sector.
Required Skills
- Strong knowledge of real estate laws and property documentation.
- Excellent drafting and contract negotiation skills.
- Sound understanding of land acquisition and title verification processes.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and legal research abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple legal matters simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal documentation management.
Preferred Experience
- Prior experience in a real estate developer or law firm handling real estate matters.
- Experience in handling cases before Consumer Forums/Consumer Commissions will be an added advantage.
- Experience dealing with RERA matters, arbitration proceedings, and civil litigation will be preferred.
Key Competencies
- Integrity and confidentiality
- Attention to detail
- Negotiation and dispute resolution
- Legal drafting and documentation
- Decision-making and risk assessment
- Time management and organizational skills
- Professional ethics and accountability
Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
