Job Description

Job Title:

Head of Legal / Legal Head

Industry:

Construction & Infrastructure

Location:

Goa (Travel to project sites required)

Reports To:

Managing Director / CEO

Role Overview:

The Legal Head will lead and manage all legal, regulatory, and compliance matters for construction and real-estate projects across Goa. This role will focus on

land acquisition, RERA compliance, construction contracts, statutory approvals, environmental & coastal regulations

, and management of disputes/litigation. The role ensures all operations remain legally safeguarded and compliant with central and Goa state-specific regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

Land & Property Legal Goa Focus

Conduct end-to-end

land due diligence in Goa

, including: Title verification, mutation records, Form I & XIV, tenancy checks Communidade land matters Conversion of land (Sanad / Town & Country Planning approvals) Coordinate with local bodies such as

TCP, PDA, Panchayat/Municipal councils

, Revenue Dept. and other state authorities.

Regulatory & Statutory Approvals

Ensure timely compliance with Goa-specific requirements including:

Goa Town & Country Planning Act

Goa Land Revenue Code

Goa Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Rules - RERA

BOCW, Pollution Control Board, Fire & Safety, CRZ norms (for coastal areas)

Approvals related to

construction licenses, occupancy certificates

, and environmental clearances.

Construction Contract Management

Draft, review, and negotiate

construction contracts, EPC agreements, subcontractor and vendor contracts

. Manage risks related to delays, penalties, variations, and project claims. Maintain contract documentation and ensure legal compliance across project lifecycle.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Represent the company in

civil courts, arbitration

, labour tribunals, and other legal forums in Goa. Liaise with external legal counsel and ensure timely action on all cases.

Labour & Worker Compliance

Oversee compliance under:

Contract Labor Act

BOCW Act

Shops & Establishments Act (for HO and admin sites)

Minimum Wages & statutory benefits applicable in Goa

Support HR and Project teams with worker grievance resolution, safety matters, and contractor compliance audits.

Corporate Governance & Risk Management

Monitor legal risks and regulatory changes applicable to Goa's construction industry. Conduct periodic legal audits at sites and HO. Ensure company policies are aligned with state and central legal requirements.

Leadership & Advisory

Lead internal legal staff and external counsel network in Goa. Conduct training on contract & compliance awareness. Provide strategic legal opinions to management on business decisions.

Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of

construction laws, RERA, CRZ, land & revenue codes in Goa

. Excellent drafting, negotiation, conflict resolution and decision-making skills. Ability to manage stakeholder expectations across Government, Site Teams, Consultants, and Management. Familiarity with

local administrative procedures

in Goa.

Qualifications & Experience

LLB (Mandatory) | LLM preferred

10 years

legal experience, with minimum

5 years in construction/real estate in Goa or Western region

Proven track record in

land legalities, statutory approvals, and arbitration cases

Other Requirements

Frequent travel to project sites within Goa Ability to handle multilingual communication (English, Hindi, Konkani preferred)

Employment Type:

Full Time, Permanent

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?75,000.00 - ?125,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement Internet reimbursement Leave encashment Paid sick time Paid time off Provident Fund
Work Location: In person