Regional Legal Head SZ1

Godrej Industries Group

The Role

Overview

Senior legal leader overseeing litigation, contracts, compliance & risk for real estate projects

Key Responsibilities

  • litigation management
  • contract management
  • compliance monitoring
  • legal drafting
  • risk assessment
  • stakeholder coordination

Tasks

-Guide the business on legal risks and implications associated with business decisions and transactions. -Lead and oversee the company’s litigation portfolio, including real estate disputes, arbitration, and civil or criminal cases. -Provide comprehensive legal advice and support to senior leadership on matters related to real estate development, regulatory compliance, and commercial agreements. -Collaborate closely with business units, project heads, and other cross-functional teams to provide legal support for various real estate projects. -Lead and mentor a team of in-house legal professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence. -Oversee the training and development of legal staff, ensuring they are up to date with the latest legal trends and regulatory changes. -Coordinate with external law firms and legal counsel for the effective management of ongoing court cases and dispute resolutions. -Develop and implement litigation strategies to mitigate risks and protect the company’s interests. -Establish contract management systems to ensure proper documentation, tracking, and reporting of contract-related matters. -Track and monitor legal proceedings, ensuring timely submission of necessary documents and adherence to court deadlines. -Oversee the drafting, review, and negotiation of contracts, including joint venture agreements, sale deeds, lease agreements, service contracts, and procurement contracts. -Provide regular legal updates and briefings to senior management and the board on ongoing legal issues and risks. -Set clear goals and objectives for the legal team, ensuring high performance and delivery of key results. -Maintain relationships with external legal firms, regulatory bodies, and other key stakeholders to ensure smooth handling of legal matters. -Interpret and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and real estate industry standards across all metro cities. -Advise the leadership team on compliance requirements for corporate structuring, mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions. -Ensure that all contractual agreements are legally sound, aligned with company policies, and mitigate potential risks. -Proactively identify and manage legal risks, providing solutions to mitigate potential liabilities. -Ensure the company’s operations are fully compliant with real estate laws, RERA regulations, and other statutory requirements. -Ensure that the company adheres to corporate governance standards and supports the board in maintaining legal and ethical practices. -Work closely with internal stakeholders to implement and monitor regulatory compliance frameworks across different regions.

Requirements

  • litigation
  • real estate
  • leadership
  • llb
  • 15+ years
  • contract

What You Bring

-Expertise in managing litigation portfolios and navigating complex legal environments. -Proven leadership and team management skills, with a collaborative approach to driving results. -Strong knowledge of real estate laws, RERA, land acquisition, and construction regulations. -Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. -Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) from a reputed university. A Master’s degree (LLM) or an MBA in Legal Management is preferred. -Strategic mindset, with the ability to align legal strategies with business goals. -Minimum 15 years of experience in the legal field, with 5+ years in a leadership role, preferably in the real estate industry. -Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to present complex legal matters clearly to non-legal stakeholders. -Proven track record of handling legal matters related to large-scale real estate projects in metro cities. -Familiarity with compliance frameworks and legal risk assessment tools. -Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to assess legal risks. -Proficiency in contract law and experience with negotiation and drafting of complex contracts. -Extensive experience in litigation management, contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation in real estate.

The Company

About Godrej Industries Group

-Founded in the 1980s as a holding arm of a storied legacy that began in 1897, it now weaves together diverse businesses. -Subsidiaries span FMCG, real estate, agribusiness, chemicals, real estate private equity and financial services. -Chemicals division, one of India’s oldest oleochemicals manufacturers, serves global industrial markets. -Agrovet pioneers in animal feed and palm oil, with R&D-backed products boosting farm productivity. -Consumer Products arm leads in home and personal care across Asia, Africa and Latin America. -Properties business is among India’s top real estate developers, delivering residential and commercial projects. -Capital controls financial services including home loans and commercial lending under the Group’s banner. -Headquartered in Pirojshanagar, Mumbai, the Group continues a legacy rooted in ingenuity and nation-building.

Sector Specialisms

Consumer goods

Real estate

Agriculture

Chemicals

Financial services

Appliances

Locks & Security Solutions

Aerospace

Defense

Energy

Security solutions

Construction

Furniture

Information Technology

Vending

Residential

Commercial