In-House Legal Associate

Novel Office; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Novel Office is seeking a candidate to manage government liaison, property documentation, and regulatory compliance for real estate assets in Bengaluru. The role involves coordinating with BBMP and other authorities, handling Khata and land records, and ensuring statutory compliance across labour and construction regulations.

The ideal candidate will have a related degree, strong knowledge of real estate processes, and proficiency in Kannada and English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; Law/Real Estate or related field preferred with relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of real estate transactions, land titles, Khata/E-Khata, property tax, registrations and permits.
• Understanding of labour laws incl. ESI, PF, minimum wages and related compliance.
• Fluent Kannada and English (read and speak).

Responsibilities

• Act as primary liaison with government bodies and local authorities for approvals and permits.
• Coordinate property documentation, stamp duty, registration, Khata, and property tax processes.
• Prepare and submit applications for licences, permits, and NOCs; follow up to completion.
• Manage land records and assist in resolving discrepancies with Legal Team and authorities.
• Ensure compliance with property, real estate, construction and labour regulations.
• Respond to queries from government authorities and regulatory bodies regarding properties.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors and officials, maintaining records of documents and approvals.

Skills

Regulatory liaison

Real estate liaison

Property documentation

Land records management

Stakeholder coordination

Travel readiness

Kannada-English bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree

Law/Real Estate background preferred

Job description

Role & Responsibilities

• Government & Regulatory Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact with BBMP, BWSSB, BESCOM, local authorities, and other government departments for approvals, permits, clearances, and regulatory matters.
• Property Documentation & Registration: Coordinate property documentation, stamp duty, registration, Khata/E-Khata, property tax, and other property-related processes with the concerned authorities.
• Approvals & Licences: Prepare and submit applications for required approvals, licences, permits, NOCs, and clearances, and follow up with the relevant departments until completion.
• Property & Land Records: Coordinate matters relating to land titles, ownership records, Khata records, and other property documentation, and assist in resolving discrepancies with the Legal Team and authorities.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with applicable property, real estate, construction, and labour-related requirements, including ESI, PF, minimum wages, and other statutory requirements.
• Government & Local Authority Queries: Handle and coordinate responses to queries or matters raised by government authorities, regulatory bodies, and local police in relation to company properties and transactions.
• Stakeholder Coordination & Records: Coordinate with internal teams, legal professionals, contractors, government officials, and other stakeholders, while maintaining proper records of property documents, approvals, licences, and regulatory correspondence.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in any field; Law, Real Estate, or a related field will be preferred, with relevant experience in real estate liaison and property matters.
• Strong knowledge of real estate transactions, property documentation, land titles, Khata/E-Khata, property tax, registrations, construction permits, and Karnataka regulations.
• Good understanding of applicable labour laws and statutory requirements, including ESI, PF, minimum wages, and other compliance requirements related to real estate and construction.
• Proficiency in Kannada and English (Read and Speak)
• Willingness to travel frequently to government offices and other locations; a personal vehicle is preferred/required.
• Preferably male candidate considering the travel and field-based nature of the role.