Senior Manager- Legal (Land & Real Estate Ops)

We are seeking an experienced legal professional with strong expertise in real estate laws, land acquisition, litigation, and regulatory compliance to support the organization's real estate development projects. The role will be responsible for managing land due diligence, land record compliances, litigation, government liaison, and contract documentation, ensuring legal risk mitigation and regulatory adherence across projects.

ReportingThis person will report to Head of Legal

Key ResponsibilitiesLand Acquisition & Due DiligenceManage legal aspects of land acquisition and project land aggregation.Conduct comprehensive legal due diligence, including title verification, ownership validation, and encumbrance analysis.Review land tenure, land classification, and compliance with applicable land and municipal regulations.Handle Thika Tenancy matters and related regulatory compliance under applicable tenancy laws.Oversee land valuation processes in coordination with valuers, consultants, and internal stakeholders.Support land acquisition transactions and provide legal advisory during negotiations.

Land Records & Statutory ComplianceManage and monitor land record processes and statutory procedures, including:MutationLRTT (Land Reforms Tenancy Tribunal) mattersLand conversion / classification mattersOther land-record-related compliancesEnsure accuracy and verification of land records through coordination with revenue authorities and government offices.Maintain proper documentation and legal records related to land transactions.

Government Liaison & Regulatory CoordinationLiaise with government and revenue authorities including:BLRO (Block Land & Land Reforms Office)DLRO (District Land & Land Reforms Office)Municipal and statutory authoritiesFacilitate approvals, certifications, and documentation related to land and development projects.Coordinate with consultants, surveyors, and legal advisors for regulatory compliance and land record processes.

Litigation ManagementHandle Civil, Criminal, real estate and land-related litigation matters at District Courts, High Courts, and other judicial forums.Handle Consumer matters and Cases before WBRERADraft and review legal documents including:PetitionsWritten statementsAffidavitsLegal notices and repliesCoordinate with external advocates, solicitors, and senior counsel for litigation strategy and case management.Maintain litigation MIS, case tracking systems, and documentation.

Contract Drafting & DocumentationDraft and vet legal documents including:Development Agreements / Joint Venture AgreementsAgreement for Sale / Sale DeedsConveyance / Transfer DeedsPower of Attorney, MOUs, Gift DeedsLease Deeds / Leave & License AgreementsManage legal documentation related to sale of residential and commercial properties.

Regulatory ComplianceEnsure compliance with RERA and other real estate regulations.Manage documentation related to stamp duty, registration, adjudication, and statutory approvals.Provide legal advisory support to internal stakeholders to mitigate legal and contractual risks.

Key Skills RequiredStrong expertise in Real Estate & Property LawsExperience in Land Acquisition and Land Due DiligenceKnowledge of Thika Tenancy matters and land record proceduresExperience handling Mutation, LRTT, and land-related statutory compliancesExperience coordinating with BLRO, DLRO, and other revenue authoritiesLitigation management experience in Any District Court and High CourtStrong legal drafting, negotiation, and documentation skillsFamiliarity with RERA regulations and land registration processesAblility to read West Bengal land documents

Preferred Candidate Profile8-12 years of experience in legal roles within reputed real estate / infrastructure organizations.Proven experience handling complex land matters, litigation, and regulatory compliance.Strong understanding of land laws, property transactions, and development regulations in West Bengal.Ability to manage multiple legal matters and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.