Manager-Legal (Property)
Manager – Legal (Property)
Locations: Mumbai Bengaluru
Reporting to: General Manager – Legal
Industry: Luxury Retail
Position Summary:
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Manager – Legal (Property) to join our legal team. This role is focused primarily on property and real estate matters , supporting the company’s expansion and operations through effective legal documentation, compliance, and dispute management. The position will report to the General Manager – Legal and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure all real estate-related legal matters are executed efficiently and in full compliance with applicable laws.
Key Responsibilities:
• Draft, review, and negotiate property-related agreements such as lease deeds , leave and license agreements , renewals , and termination documents .
• Independently manage the legal aspects of property transactions under various business models, including COCO (Company Owned Company Operated) , FOFO (Franchise Owned Franchise Operated) , COFO (Company Owned Franchise Operated) , and Management Agreements .
• Conduct legal due diligence for property acquisition or lease, verifying title, encumbrances, and statutory approvals.
• Liaise with landlords, brokers, external counsel , and government authorities for documentation, registration, and issue resolution.
• Represent the company before competent authorities , including municipal offices, land registrars , and in case of property-related litigation .
• Interface with local police and civic authorities in case of property-related disputes or violations.
• Ensure compliance with real estate laws at both central and state levels , such as RERA , Registration Act , Transfer of Property Act , Stamp Duty Laws , and local building codes .
• Support commercial operations by assisting in drafting and reviewing vendor contracts , service agreements , MoUs , and related documents.
• Maintain accurate records of property documents, agreements, and litigation files in a well-structured repository.
• Assist the GM – Legal in litigation management , coordinating with external counsel and internal stakeholders as required.
Qualifications:
• LL.B. or LL.M. from a recognized Indian university with registration under the Bar Council of India .
• 10–20 years of legal experience with a strong focus on property law , commercial leasing , and corporate legal documentation .
• Demonstrated ability to independently handle legal documentation and negotiations related to real estate.
• Prior experience dealing with property disputes , site-level issues , and legal compliance across cities (especially Mumbai and Bengaluru).
Desired Skills:
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills .
• Working knowledge of real estate regulations and familiarity with local authorities’ procedures.
• Ability to manage external legal advisors and interact effectively with internal business teams .
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written.
• High degree of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
• Proficiency in MS Office , legal research platforms , and document management tools.
Locations: Mumbai Bengaluru
Reporting to: General Manager – Legal
Industry: Luxury Retail
Position Summary:
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Manager – Legal (Property) to join our legal team. This role is focused primarily on property and real estate matters , supporting the company’s expansion and operations through effective legal documentation, compliance, and dispute management. The position will report to the General Manager – Legal and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure all real estate-related legal matters are executed efficiently and in full compliance with applicable laws.
Key Responsibilities:
• Draft, review, and negotiate property-related agreements such as lease deeds , leave and license agreements , renewals , and termination documents .
• Independently manage the legal aspects of property transactions under various business models, including COCO (Company Owned Company Operated) , FOFO (Franchise Owned Franchise Operated) , COFO (Company Owned Franchise Operated) , and Management Agreements .
• Conduct legal due diligence for property acquisition or lease, verifying title, encumbrances, and statutory approvals.
• Liaise with landlords, brokers, external counsel , and government authorities for documentation, registration, and issue resolution.
• Represent the company before competent authorities , including municipal offices, land registrars , and in case of property-related litigation .
• Interface with local police and civic authorities in case of property-related disputes or violations.
• Ensure compliance with real estate laws at both central and state levels , such as RERA , Registration Act , Transfer of Property Act , Stamp Duty Laws , and local building codes .
• Support commercial operations by assisting in drafting and reviewing vendor contracts , service agreements , MoUs , and related documents.
• Maintain accurate records of property documents, agreements, and litigation files in a well-structured repository.
• Assist the GM – Legal in litigation management , coordinating with external counsel and internal stakeholders as required.
Qualifications:
• LL.B. or LL.M. from a recognized Indian university with registration under the Bar Council of India .
• 10–20 years of legal experience with a strong focus on property law , commercial leasing , and corporate legal documentation .
• Demonstrated ability to independently handle legal documentation and negotiations related to real estate.
• Prior experience dealing with property disputes , site-level issues , and legal compliance across cities (especially Mumbai and Bengaluru).
Desired Skills:
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills .
• Working knowledge of real estate regulations and familiarity with local authorities’ procedures.
• Ability to manage external legal advisors and interact effectively with internal business teams .
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written.
• High degree of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
• Proficiency in MS Office , legal research platforms , and document management tools.