Urgent opening for the position of Manager Legal
Industry: Real Estate
Experience: 10 Years +
Qualification: LLB or LLM
The Legal Manager will be responsible for handling all legal matters related to land acquisition, real estate transactions, compliance, documentation, due diligence, and regulatory liaison. The role requires strong expertise in property laws, WBRERA, WB Land Act, and Muslim Property Law, with hands-on experience in drafting, negotiation, litigation coordination, and buyer-related legal support.
Key Skills & Knowledge
- Drafting Purchase & Sale Deed
- In-depth knowledge of WBRERA Act
- Strong knowledge of West Bengal Land Act
- Knowledge of Waqf (Muslim Property Law)
- Real estate documentation & compliance
Key Responsibilities
Real Estate Legal Advisory & Transactions
- Provide robust legal advice on all types of real estate related transactions and matters.
- Handle all legal aspects of land and immovable property including residential, commercial, industrial, and mixed-use projects.
- Clear all legal queries raised by residential buyers and internal stakeholders.
- Provide legal opinions on property-related laws considering:
- Location (rural / urban)
- Land tenure (agricultural / industrial / village / forest)
- Asset class (residential / office / retail / industrial / SEZ)
- Issues relating to land title, mortgages, charges, easements, succession, and family matters.
Land Acquisition & Due Diligence
- Conduct and oversee property searches, title due diligence, and requisitions.
- Coordinate and supervise due diligence for land acquisition.
- Review land ownership documents, title flow, encumbrances, and litigation status.
- Handle land acquisition, conversion, mutation, and change of land use (CLU).
- Review sanctioned plans and assist in obtaining Khata and other statutory approvals.
Drafting & Documentation
- Draft, amend, negotiate, and finalize:
- Deed of Conveyance
- Agreement for Sale
- Lease Deed
- Leave & License Agreement
- Draft, amend, negotiate, and finalize:
- Joint Development Agreements (JDA)
- Co-Development Agreements
- Project Management Agreements
- Draft, amend, negotiate, and finalize:
- Land/property/project financing documents
- Draft and finalize ancillary documents such as:
- Power of Attorney
- Deed of Declaration
- Deed of Indemnity
- Affidavits and Undertakings
- Prepare and finalize court-related papers/proceedings for obtaining orders or reliefs in title-related matters.
Regulatory, Online Portal & Liaison Work
- Handle online query generation on government portals related to land, registration, mutation, conversion, and approvals.
- Generate paid challans and non-paid challans through relevant government online systems.
- Track challan status and ensure timely payments and compliance.
- Coordinate with Government Departments and statutory authorities.
- Resolve land-related litigation matters in coordination with advocates.
- Ensure compliance with WBRERA Act and other applicable laws.
Internal Coordination & Support
- Provide holistic legal support to the Site Team and Project Team.
- Assist in obtaining project approvals, licenses, and statutory permissions.
- Maintain proper upkeep and record management of land documents, agreements, and legal files.
- Prepare MIS reports as per management requirements.
Preferred Experience & Qualifications
- Strong experience in real estate legal matters is mandatory.
- Experience in Muslim Property / Muslim Law / Waqf properties will be given preference.
- Thorough practical exposure to land-related documentation and litigation.
- Prior experience in a real estate developer company preferred.
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
- Strong communication skills (verbal & written)
- Ability to interact with buyers, government officials, advocates, and consultants
- Good command over English and Bengali (reading & writing mandatory)
- High attention to detail and document accuracy
Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kolkata, West Bengal: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
Experience:
- Real estate law: 10 years (Required)
- Real Estate drafting: 10 years (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
- Bengali (Required)
License/Certification:
- Bar Council License (Required)
Location:
- Kolkata, West Bengal (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
