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Head Legal | Commercial leasing | Mumbai | 14 to 18 years PQE

Michael Page
Mumbai, India
14-18 Years
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  • Posted 22 days ago
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Job Description

  • Candidates with 14 to 18 years of experience in Legal should apply
  • Candidates from Mumbai or ready to relocate to Mumbai should apply

Job Description

  • Lease Agreements:
    • Drafting & vetting of various legal documents - Agreement for Sale, Lease Deed, Leave & License Agreement Development / JV Agreement, Deed of Transfer, Power of Attorney, MOU etc.
    • Lead and close high value commercial agreements/ leasing agreements.
    • Draft, review, and finalize a range of agreements to ensure business interests are protected while complying with legal frameworks.
    • Standardize contracts and templates to improve speed and efficiency across the commercial function.
    • Drafting of plaints, written statements, issuing and replying to statutory legal notices, counters, company petitions, complaints etc.
  • Mergers, Acquisitions, and Corporate Transactions:
    • Provide legal oversight for M&A activities, strategic investments, and other key transactions.
    • Coordinate due diligence processes and ensure compliance with legal requirements in every phase of the transaction.
  • Strategic Legal Advisory:
    • Spearhead legal team and lend strategic support on all aspects of legal matters related to the Commercial Real Estate Business.
    • Partner with senior leadership to align legal strategies with the business's growth objectives.
    • Provide actionable insights on business-critical legal matters, mergers, partnerships, and expansion efforts.
    • Anticipate legal risks in new markets or ventures and advise on mitigation strategies.
  • Compliance and Regulatory Affairs:
    • Ensure the company complies with all laws relevant to its commercial operations.
    • Monitor and interpret changing regulations that could impact the business, ensuring proactive compliance.
    • Develop frameworks and policies to strengthen internal governance and regulatory adherence.
  • Dispute Resolution & Litigation Management:
    • Manage any potential or active disputes, working closely with external law firms, if necessary.
    • Represent the organization in regulatory investigations, mediations, or arbitration to minimize legal liabilities.
    • Build strategies for pre-litigation risk management and smooth dispute resolution.
  • Risk Management & Innovation:
    • Identify, assess, and develop risk management strategies to address legal challenges arising from business growth.
    • Develop innovative legal frameworks and solutions to support the company's digital transformation and new product launches.
  • Team Leadership and Development:
    • Build and lead a high-performing legal team, developing internal talent to align with future business needs.
    • Foster a collaborative relationship between the legal function and other business units.
  • Stakeholder Management:
    • Act as the liaison between external legal counsel, regulators, and internal leadership to ensure seamless communication.
    • Establish strong relationships with regulatory bodies, industry associations, and other external partners to stay ahead of legal developments

The Successful Applicant

  • A degree in Law from a recognised institution.
  • Experience in managing teams.
  • Proven expertise in property and real estate law, with a focus on commercial leasing.
  • Strong understanding of legal compliance within Real estate industry
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
  • Experience in dispute resolution and working with external legal counsel.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary package
  • Leadership opportunity

More Info

Job Type:
Permanent Job
Function:
Legal
Employment Type:
Full time

About Company

Michael Page

Michael Page has five decades of expertise in professional services recruitment. We were established in London in 1976, and over this period we've grown organically to become one of the best-known and most respected consultancies, with an office network spanning six continents.
While size has its advantages, it doesn't define us - the nature of our organic growth means that each new office is integrated into the region that it serves. It also means that as an employer looking to hire, or as a candidate aiming to grow your career you have the best of both worlds&#x3B; a team that understands the market and geography you operate in, plus the resources and expertise of an international network at your disposal.

Job ID: 144163715

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