Job Description

Job Summary

The Legal Associate, Real Estate, will be responsible for providing comprehensive legal support for all property-related matters, including transactional documentation, due diligence, and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams (e.g., acquisitions, finance, and project management) and external counsel to facilitate smooth real estate operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Transactional and Documentation Support

Draft, review, and negotiate

a wide range of real estate documents, including: Purchase and Sale Agreements (Agreements to Sell, Conveyance Deeds). Lease and License Agreements (for commercial and residential properties). Development Agreements, Joint Venture Agreements, and Power of Attorneys (POAs). Mortgage and Financing documents. Manage and organize all legal documentation for property transactions, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

2. Due Diligence and Compliance

Conduct meticulous

legal due diligence

on target properties, including:

Title verification and search for encumbrances (liens, mortgages, etc.). Reviewing revenue records, land records, and local authority approvals. Ensure

regulatory compliance

with all relevant laws, such as:

RERA

(Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act). Local zoning, land-use, and municipal laws. Environmental and property tax regulations. Assist in obtaining necessary government and regulatory

permissions and approvals

for real estate projects.

3. Advisory and Litigation Support

Conduct

legal research

on statutes, regulations, and case law pertaining to real estate matters. Provide timely and accurate

legal advice

to internal stakeholders on property management, development, and transactional risks. Assist in managing property

disputes and litigation

by liaising with external lawyers, preparing case materials, and organizing evidence.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Category Requirement

Education Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)

degree from an accredited institution.

Experience

1-3 years of experience specializing in

Real Estate Law

, ideally gained in a law firm or a corporate in-house legal department.

Legal Skills Strong Contract Drafting and Review

skills. Proven ability to conduct detailed

Due Diligence

and Title Search. In-depth knowledge of

local and national Real Estate Laws

(including RERA, Transfer of Property Act, etc.).

Soft Skills Exceptional Analytical and Problem-Solving

abilities.

Excellent Written and Verbal Communication

skills for client/stakeholder interaction.

Detail-Oriented

with high attention to accuracy.

Strong Organizational

and time management skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person