Company Overview

VERDANT is a small but dedicated HR consultancy headquartered in Chennai. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional HR solutions that align with our clients' aspirations. Our creativity and commitment ensure we provide top-tier HR services, sourcing the right talent for both short- and long-term needs. We serve organizations passionate about leveraging first-class HR services to achieve their goals. Learn more about us at www.verdantcareer.com.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Senior Legal Officer specializing in Real Estate to join our team in Chennai. This full-time position requires a legal professional with 7 to 10 years of experience. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise in legal matters to support our organizational needs and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and policies in the real estate domain.

Qualifications and Skills

• A Bachelor of Laws (BL) degree is mandatory for handling the complex legal activities in the real estate sector (Mandatory skill).
• The candidate must possess strong legal research skills, being able to efficiently interpret various legal documents and data.
• An in-depth understanding of contract law is required to draft, analyze, and negotiate contracts effectively.
• Experience in litigation is essential, with a proven track record of handling legal disputes and representing clients in court.
• Legal writing skills are crucial to prepare precise and comprehensive legal documents, reports, and correspondence.
• An excellent grasp of compliance is necessary to ensure all organizational legal aspects adhere to jurisdictional regulations.
• Risk management capabilities are needed to identify legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate potential legal issues.
• Knowledge of intellectual property law is essential to protect the company's IP assets within the real estate domain.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide legal expertise and support on real estate transactions, ensuring compliance with all legal obligations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various real estate contracts, such as leases, subleases, and purchase agreements.
• Conduct thorough legal research to guide company decisions and strategies within the real estate sector.
• Represent the organization in litigation and other legal proceedings related to real estate matters.
• Ensure all real estate documents comply with relevant laws and regulations and align with strategic objectives.
• Advise the management team on potential legal risks and strategies to minimize threats in real estate dealings.
• Collaborate with external legal counsel on complex legal tasks and proceedings when specialized expertise is needed.
• Stay updated on latest legal trends and changes in real estate law to provide timely information and guidance.