Legal Counsel – land

Avaada Group; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Avaada Group is seeking a Land Legal Manager to support land acquisition, leasing, and permitting for renewable energy projects. The role requires deep real estate law expertise and strong negotiation skills to drive project development.

Responsibilities include negotiating with landowners, reviewing contracts and rights‑of‑way, guiding permitting processes, performing due diligence, and coordinating with internal teams and external consultants.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Bar admission in good standing.
• Minimum of 10 years of legal practice focusing on real estate, land use, or energy development.
• Strong understanding of real estate transactions and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience negotiating complex contracts and agreements.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate contracts, easements, and rights‑of‑way with landowners, government agencies, and stakeholders.
• Review and analyze contracts and related land use documents.
• Develop standardized contract templates and guidelines.
• Identify and evaluate land parcels for renewable energy projects and draft related purchase agreements/leases.
• Lead due diligence on title, zoning, environmental and regulatory issues.
• Coordinate with internal teams, consultants, and landowners to facilitate land transactions.
• Guide permitting processes and ensure regulatory compliance at federal, state, and local levels.
• Advise on regulatory proceedings and permit applications; monitor changes in land use regulations.

Skills

Real estate law

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Due diligence

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Admission to state bar

Job description

Looking for Land Legal Manager to join our legal team. The Land Legal Counsel will play a critical role in supporting the company’s land acquisition, leasing, and permitting activities for renewable energy projects. This position requires expertise in real estate law, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Negotiation and Management:

• Negotiate agreements with landowners, government agencies, and other stakeholders involved in project development.
• Review and analyze contracts, easements, and rights-of-way related to land use and access.
• Develop standardized contract templates and guidelines to streamline the contracting process.

Land Acquisition:

• Identify and evaluate potential land parcels for renewable energy projects.
• Negotiate and draft purchase agreements, leases, and other legal documents related to land acquisition.
• Conduct due diligence investigations to assess title, zoning, environmental, and regulatory issues.
• Coordinate with internal teams, external consultants, and landowners to facilitate land transactions.
• Permitting and Regulatory Compliance:
• Guide project development teams through the permitting process for renewable energy projects.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to land use, zoning, and environmental permitting.
• Advocate for the company’s interests in regulatory proceedings and permit applications.
• Monitor changes in land use regulations and advise on potential impacts to project development.

Risk Management and Mitigation:

• Identify legal risks associated with land transactions and project development activities.
• Develop strategies to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Provide guidance on land-related disputes and participate in resolution efforts.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Cultivate positive relationships with landowners, community members, government officials, and other stakeholders.
• Address concerns and inquiries related to land use, property rights, and project impacts.
• Represent the company in public meetings, hearings, and community outreach events.

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Admission to the state bar and in good standing.

Minimum of 10 years of experience practicing law with a focus on real estate, land use, or energy development.

Strong understanding of real estate transactions, property law, and regulatory frameworks.

Experience negotiating complex contracts and agreements.

Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.

Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Prior experience in the renewable energy industry is preferred but not required.