About the Organisation:
Zenith Resource Management is a leading recruitment consultancy firm, known for its expertise in providing tailored talent solutions across various industries, including legal, corporate, finance, and real estate. The firm has a proven track record of connecting organizations with top-tier professionals, ensuring a perfect match for both the candidates and the hiring organizations. Zenith’s client-centric approach has made it a trusted partner for many leading companies across sectors.
With a focus on high-level recruitment, Zenith offers a broad range of services, including executive search, talent acquisition, and workforce solutions. Their team of experts works closely with clients to understand their specific requirements, delivering unparalleled support to both businesses and job seekers.
Zenith is currently looking to fill a senior-level legal position for one of their esteemed clients, a prominent real estate developer based in New Delhi. This position offers an exciting opportunity for experienced legal professionals to lead the legal operations of a reputed company in the real estate sector.
About the Position:
Zenith Resource Management is recruiting for the position of Legal Head for a well-established Real Estate Developer Ltd. Company based in New Delhi. This is a senior-level role with a salary of up to 10 LPA, designed for professionals with 10-15 years of experience in corporate law, including expertise in the Companies Act, Insolvency & Bankruptcy Law, and other related areas of law. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the legal affairs of the organization, providing strategic legal counsel, managing litigation matters, and ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
The Legal Head will play a key role in shaping the legal strategy, providing expert advice to the senior management, and ensuring that all legal matters are addressed in a timely and efficient manner. The position demands extensive experience in contract management, legal risk mitigation, dispute resolution, and leading a legal team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Contract Management: Oversee the drafting, review, and negotiation of contracts. Ensure that all contracts comply with applicable laws and regulations, minimizing potential legal risks for the organization.
- Legal Strategy and Counsel: Develop and implement legal strategies that align with the company’s business objectives. Provide sound legal advice to the senior management team on corporate, regulatory, and commercial matters.
- Litigation Management: Handle all litigation matters, including managing disputes and representing the company in legal proceedings. Collaborate with external counsel when necessary and ensure effective case management.
- Compliance Assurance: Ensure the organization’s legal compliance with all relevant laws, including corporate governance, intellectual property, real estate regulations, and more.
- Risk Management: Identify potential legal risks and advise on proactive strategies to mitigate these risks. Provide guidance on legal issues related to grievances, complaints, and disciplinary actions.
- Grievance/Complaint Resolution: Take charge of resolving legal issues arising from grievances and complaints, offering sound legal solutions in alignment with company policies.
- Legal Advice Database: Ensure that all legal opinions, advice, and documents are properly recorded, reviewed, and stored in a central legal advice database for future reference and compliance purposes.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Education: LLB or LLM from a recognized institution, with specialization in Corporate Law, Insolvency & Bankruptcy Law, and/or Companies Act.
- Experience: A minimum of 10-15 years of experience as a Head of Legal or in a similar senior position within the real estate or corporate law sectors.
- Key Skills:
- Strong understanding of corporate laws, including the Companies Act, Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code, and other applicable legal frameworks.
- Proven experience in managing a legal department and working closely with senior management.
- In-depth knowledge of real estate laws and regulations, including contract management, disputes, and compliance.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. Ability to effectively communicate legal matters to non-legal stakeholders.
- Strong leadership abilities and experience in managing teams, including internal legal staff and external counsel.
- Ability to interpret complex legal regulations and turn them into practical, actionable advice for business units.
Job Profile:
- Corporate Legal Strategy: Lead the preparation and update of the corporate legal strategy to ensure that the company’s business goals are supported by appropriate legal frameworks and solutions.
- Legal Document Management: Ensure that all legal documents are reviewed, drafted, and interpreted according to applicable laws and regulations.
- Legal Opinion Database: Maintain a comprehensive database of legal opinions, advice, and guidance commissioned within the legal department.
- Compliance and Risk Management: Develop, implement, and monitor policies and procedures to ensure the company’s legal compliance with changing laws and regulations.
- Leadership: Lead and mentor the legal team, ensuring that the department runs efficiently and meets the needs of the business in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Location:
- Place: New Delhi, India
- Mode: In-person interviews will be conducted at the company’s head office in New Delhi.
Interview Dates:
- Interviews: 29th & 30th March 2025
Salary:
- Up to 10 LPA, based on experience and qualifications.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can send their resumes to zenithrm.hr@gmail.com or contact 9760112138 for any queries. Please mention Legal Head – Real Estate Developer in the subject line of the email.
Additional Information:
- Role: Legal Head
- Industry: Real Estate
- Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
- Salary: Up to 10 LPA (negotiable based on experience and qualifications)
- Location: New Delhi
- Application Deadline: 29th-30th March 2025 (Interviews)
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This comprehensive version of the job posting provides detailed insights into the role, qualifications, responsibilities, and application process. It is designed to offer candidates a complete understanding of the opportunity while ensuring they are well-prepared for the interview process.
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