Job Description

JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you\xe2\x80\x99ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you\xe2\x80\x99re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.

Manager, Legal Counsel

About JLL

JLL (NYSE: JLL) is a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management. Our vision is to reimagine the world of real estate, creating rewarding opportunities and amazing spaces where people can achieve their ambitions. In doing so, we will build a better tomorrow for our clients, our people and our communities. JLL is a Fortune 500 company with annual revenue of $16.3 billion, operations in over 80 countries and a global workforce of more than 102,000 as of August 2022. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated.

What this job involves:

(a) Log-in / tracking / updating labour litigation matters in Case Management Tool.

(b) Address bad debts, significant litigations involve criminal defence and regulatory enforcement. Attend client meetings along with labour and compliance team and provide suitable suggestions in consultation with Director \xe2\x80\x93 Legal.

(c) Assist in coordination & strategy discussions with business stakeholders on PAN India basis for new matters, cost impact, coordinating with external counsels, drafting, reviewing notices, affidavits, reply to notices, court documents

(d) Advise on, review, draft and negotiate commercial contracts such as consultancy agreements, services agreements, RFPs, tender responses etc. with clients and vendors, and drafting/managing contract templates, including assisting in aspects of commercial negotiations.

(e) Assist in provide timely advice on M & A, commercial transactions, cross border commercial documentations & regulatory matters. The work includes (a) quick analysis of legal aspects of new product and services; and (b) drafting and negotiating contracts, agreements, pleadings, affidavits, notices. Legal opinions, legal due diligence etc.

(f) Rendering legal opinions on varied legal and commercial matters.

(g) Advisory to various business line / departments of the Company on legal issues.

(h) Carry out research and provide advisory to compliance team on legal implications, procedures.

(i) Manage deadlines for both internal and external clients.

(j) Must be willing to travel domestic as per business needs.

(k) Provide other legal support as directed from time to time by India General Counsel and Director \xe2\x80\x93 Legal, India and liaison with other colleagues in APAC, as required.

Sounds like you? To apply you need to be / have:

Employee specification

(a) A law graduate from reputable law school with minimum 8+ years of experience.

(b) Awareness and understanding of corporate laws, commercial transactions, regulatory and litigation related to Real Estate industry.

(c) Knowledge and experience with special reference to IBC Code, Code of Civil Procedure, Code of Criminal Procedure, and police matters.

(d) Prior relevant experience in commercial transactional work in private practice or an in-house position.

(e) Excellent knowledge of Indian laws including but not limited to awareness of the corporate laws, transactions, regulatory and litigation related to Real Estate industry and/or ancillary domains like IT, Management Consulting, financial services etc.

(f) Excellent Knowledge of English and good oral/written communication skills. Working knowledge in written and spoken Hindi or local language.

(g) Should have had exposure to international contracts and contract negotiations with overseas clients.

(h) Reading and interpreting Legislation/Statutes/Regulations under various Legislations.

(i) Well aware of basic formats of legal documentation or legal write-up.

(j) Speed in responding to queries.

(k) Well conversant with basic IT tools and software (MS Office).

(l) Aptitude for smart work with hard work with ability to interact with business leaders and domain experts.

(m) Good research skills.

(n) Adaptable and willingness to learn and seek guidance to resolve business situations / circumstances.

(o) Excellent communication skills (written & spoken).

(p) Punctuality, pleasant disposition and team player.

What we can do for you:

At JLL, we make sure that you become the best version of yourself by helping you realise your full potential in an entrepreneurial and inclusive work environment. We will empower your ambitions through our dedicated Total Rewards Program, competitive pay and benefits package.

Apply today!

Location:

On-site \xe2\x80\x93Mumbai, MH

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don\xe2\x80\x99t meet all of the requirements. We\xe2\x80\x99re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

About JLL \xe2\x80\x93

For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500 company with annual revenue of $20.9 billion and operations in over 80 countries around the world, our more than 103,000 employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAY. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit .

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