Legal Manager, 6 to 10 years in Bangalore

Job Description

1. RERA Compliance Management:

• Ensure company adherence to RERA regulations and guidelines across real estate projects.
• Monitor and analyze changes in RERA laws, rules, and regulations and ensure timely updates to company policies and practices.
• Prepare and submit RERA registrations, applications, and filings for real estate projects as per regulatory requirements.
• Handle the preparation of RERA-compliant agreements, such as sale agreements, construction agreements, and allotment letters.
• Advise internal teams on RERA-related matters including disclosures, penalties, and dispute resolutions.

1. Contract Drafting & Negotiations:

• Draft and review contracts related to real estate transactions, including sale deeds, project development agreements, joint ventures, and other contractual arrangements in accordance with RERA.
• Ensure all contracts are compliant with RERA provisions, and safeguard the organizations legal interests.

1. Risk Mitigation & Legal Advisory:

• Provide legal advice to senior management and project teams on RERA matters, ensuring the organizations risk is minimized.
• Review and manage any legal disputes related to RERA compliance, including disputes with customers, contractors, or regulatory authorities.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel when necessary to resolve complex RERA-related issues.

1. Litigation & Dispute Resolution:

• Represent the company in RERA-related disputes before the regulatory authority, consumer forums, or any other relevant authorities.
• Assist in the preparation of legal documents and case management for disputes involving RERA non-compliance or other related issues.

1. Compliance Audits & Reporting:

• Conduct regular audits of ongoing and completed projects to ensure compliance with RERA.
• Prepare and submit regular compliance reports to the management and external regulatory bodies.
• Maintain proper documentation of all RERA-related filings, approvals, and communication.

1. Training & Development:

• Train internal teams (including project managers, marketing, and sales teams) on RERA compliance requirements and best practices.
• Stay updated with industry trends and legal developments related to RERA, real estate laws, and consumer protection.

• Education: LLB (Bachelor of Laws) or equivalent. Additional certifications in real estate law, RERA compliance, or similar fields are preferred.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in legal roles, with a focus on real estate law and RERA compliance.
• Strong knowledge of the RERA Act, rules, and regulations, as well as general real estate laws and regulations.
• Skills:
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on compliance and risk management.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal software tools.

• Experience working with real estate developers, construction companies, or in-house legal teams.
• Familiarity with real estate financing, joint ventures, and land acquisition laws.
• Prior experience in litigation or arbitration related to RERA compliance.

• Strong ethical judgment and integrity.
• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to compliance.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Capable of handling sensitive and confidential information.