JOB DESCRIPTION Legal Advisor – Real Estate

Department: Legal & Compliance

1. Position Summary

We are seeking a highly competent and detail-oriented Legal Advisor – Real Estate to provide comprehensive legal advisory and transactional support across the company’s real estate operations. The incumbent will be responsible for managing property-related legal matters, conducting title due diligence, drafting and reviewing agreements, ensuring regulatory compliance, and mitigating legal risks associated with real estate transactions and development projects.

The ideal candidate should possess robust knowledge of real estate laws, excellent legal drafting and negotiation skills, and the ability to provide commercially sound legal solutions aligned with the company’s business objectives.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Real Estate Legal Due Diligence

- Conduct comprehensive legal due diligence of land, residential, commercial, and other real estate properties.
- Verify title ownership, chain of title, encumbrances, land records, and relevant property documentation.
- Review title reports, property documents, and legal opinions to identify potential risks and irregularities.
- Provide recommendations for risk mitigation and corrective legal actions.
- Coordinate with external legal counsel, advocates, and relevant authorities as required.

B. Legal Drafting and Contract Management

- Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize real estate-related legal agreements and documentation.
- Handle Sale Agreements, Sale Deeds, Joint Development Agreements, Joint Venture Agreements, Lease Agreements, Development Agreements, Construction Agreements, MOUs, and Powers of Attorney.
- Review contractual terms, obligations, representations, warranties, indemnities, and dispute resolution provisions.
- Ensure that agreements adequately safeguard the company’s legal and commercial interests.
- Maintain proper records of executed agreements and legal documentation.

C. Real Estate Transactions and Project Support

- Provide legal support for property acquisitions, disposals, leasing, development, and other real estate transactions.




- Advise internal stakeholders on legal implications, contractual obligations, and transaction structures.
- Coordinate with business development, finance, projects, sales, and other departments to facilitate timely completion of transactions.
- Support execution, registration, and completion of property-related documentation.
- Assist in resolving legal issues arising during the lifecycle of real estate projects.

D. Regulatory Compliance

- Advise management and project teams on applicable real estate laws, regulations, and statutory requirements.
- Ensure compliance with applicable RERA provisions, land laws, municipal regulations, and other relevant legal requirements.
- Assist in obtaining and maintaining necessary approvals, registrations, licenses, and permits.
- Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting the company’s real estate business.
- Provide timely guidance on compliance obligations and potential regulatory risks.

E. Litigation and Dispute Resolution

- Manage and coordinate property-related legal disputes, claims, notices, and litigation matters.
- Liaise with external advocates and legal consultants in connection with ongoing and prospective legal proceedings.
- Review and prepare legal notices, replies, pleadings, and other relevant legal correspondence.
- Track litigation matters, legal deadlines, and case developments.
- Advise management on dispute resolution strategies and potential legal exposure.

F. Legal Risk Management and Advisory

- Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks associated with real estate transactions and business operations.
- Provide timely and practical legal advice to management and internal stakeholders.




- Establish and maintain appropriate legal documentation and review processes.
- Ensure that legal matters are handled with confidentiality, professionalism, and due diligence.
- Support the development and implementation of legal policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks.

3. Qualifications

- Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B.) from a recognized university.
- Enrollment with the Bar Council, where applicable.
- Additional qualifications in Real Estate Law, Corporate Law, or Property Law will be an advantage.
- Strong knowledge of applicable real estate legislation and regulatory frameworks.

4. Experience

- 3–8 years of relevant experience in real estate legal advisory, property law, legal consultancy, or a reputed law firm.
- Proven experience in property title verification, legal due diligence, and real estate documentation.
- Experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating real estate agreements.
- Exposure to RERA compliance, property transactions, and dispute resolution is preferred.

5. Required Competencies

- Strong knowledge of real estate and property laws.
- Excellent legal drafting, contract review, and negotiation skills.
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High degree of integrity, confidentiality, and professional judgment.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments, deadlines, and stakeholders effectively.
- Strong attention to detail and documentation management.
- Proficiency in MS Office and legal research tools.

6. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Timely and accurate completion of property legal due diligence.
- Quality and effectiveness of legal agreements and documentation.
- Timely identification and mitigation of legal risks.
- Compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and statutory requirements.
- Effective management and coordination of litigation and disputes.
- Timely delivery of legal advisory support to business and project teams.

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹70,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Legal Advisor (India)
🏢 Fortune One Build Co
📍 India