Senior Legal Consultant

Smart Moves Talent Crafters Pvt. Ltd.; Mumbai; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Moves Talent Crafters Pvt. Ltd. in Mumbai is seeking a skilled legal advisor specializing in real estate. This role involves providing expert legal advice on acquisitions, joint ventures, and property transactions while ensuring compliance with Maharashtra's real estate laws.

The ideal candidate will draft key property-related documents and manage external legal counsel while also supporting internal teams with legal processes and compliance training.

Work hours are Monday to Saturday, with alternate Saturdays off.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor or equivalent legal degree.
• Experience in real estate legal matters and transactions.
• Strong understanding of RERA and Maharashtra state laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on transactions, including acquisitions and joint ventures.
• Draft and negotiate property-related documents.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and obtain necessary approvals.

Skills

Legal expertise in real estate

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Contract negotiation skills

Due diligence experience

Education

Law degree

Job description

Provide expert legal advice on company transactions, including acquisitions, joint ventures, leasing, RERA compliance, and development agreements.

Draft, review, and negotiate key property-related documents such as MoU’s, sale deeds, lease deeds, conveyance deeds, and development agreements.

Regulatory Compliance & Approvals:

Ensure compliance with Maharashtra state real estate laws, RERA guidelines, DCR (Development Control Regulations), MRTP Act, and other local municipal regulations (BMC/MMRDA).

Assist in obtaining legal clearances and approvals from relevant authorities (e.g., SRA, MHADA, BMC, RERA).

Conduct thorough legal due diligence for land and property acquisition, including title verification and encumbrance checks. Prepare detailed title search reports and identify legal risks or red flags.

Represent or coordinate with external legal counsel in litigation related to land disputes, consumer complaints, or regulatory issues.

Manage legal notices, arbitration, civil litigation, and tribunal matters related to the real estate portfolio.

Identify legal risks across projects and propose mitigation strategies. Ensure that contracts across departments are legally sound and align with the company’s interests.

Policy Development & Internal Legal Governance:

Support internal teams (sales, CRM, operations) with contract templates, legal SOPs, and policy frameworks. Educate and train internal stakeholders on legal processes, compliance norms, and contractual obligations.

Liaise with regulatory authorities, government departments, legal firms, and consultants to facilitate project progress and legal alignment.

Coordinate with external legal advisors for opinions, vetting, and court representation.

Monday To Saturday (Alternate Saturdays OFF)