Manager – Legal – 8-12Years Exp

Hindustan Power Projects; New Delhi; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

HypTechie invites an experienced Manager – Legal to oversee legal, compliance and regulatory matters for our Anuppur Plant. The role focuses on land acquisition laws, regulatory approvals, and environmental compliance.

You will lead land acquisition, dispute resolution, and provide strategic advice to management, coordinating with government authorities and external counsels as needed. The ideal candidate will have 8–12 years of total legal experience, especially in power, infrastructure, or

Qualifications

• LLB degree with professional legal practice.
• LLM is preferred for advanced regulatory requirements.
• 8–12 years of legal experience in power/infrastructure sectors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee land laws compliance and land acquisition activities.
• Ensure environmental, labor, and energy regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate litigation and disputes related to land and contracts.
• Provide strategic legal counsel to management on risks.
• Maintain and renew licenses and permits.
• Liaise with government authorities and community representatives.

Skills

Land acquisition laws

Regulatory compliance

Drafting & negotiation

Stakeholder management

Environmental compliance

Land revenue regulations

Land dispute resolution

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB)

LLM preferred

Job description

Job Title: Manager – Legal

Employment Type: Full Time. Experience: 8–12 Years.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Legal Manager to oversee and manage all legal, compliance, and regulatory matters for our Anuppur Plant. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in infrastructure, power, or energy sectors, with a strong command of land acquisition laws, land revenue regulations, and environmental compliance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Land Laws and Land Acquisition

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and national land laws.
• Oversee land acquisition, lease agreements, and title verification.
• Manage and resolve disputes related to land ownership, encroachments, and compensation.

2. Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure the plant complies with environmental, labor, and energy regulations.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities for approvals, permits, and compliance audits.
• Track updates and changes in relevant legal and regulatory frameworks.

3. Dispute Resolution

• Coordinate litigation and arbitration involving land issues, contracts, or operational disputes.
• Work closely with the Corporate Legal Team and external counsels for case management.

4. Legal Advisory

• Provide legal counsel to management on operational and project-related risks.
• Develop strategies to mitigate legal risks and ensure compliance with corporate policies.

5. Documentation and Record Management

• Maintain and safeguard all legal documents, land records, permits, and licenses.
• Ensure timely renewal of legal and regulatory approvals.

6. Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with government authorities, local bodies, and community representatives.
• Manage community relations to address socio-legal concerns effectively.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university; LLM preferred.
• Industry Background: Preferably from the Power, Infrastructure, or Energy sector.
• Experience: 8–12 years of total legal experience with at least 5 years in the relevant sector.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of land acquisition and land revenue laws.
• Proficiency in property, environmental, and regulatory compliance laws.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to handle multi-stakeholder coordination and community engagement.