Area Legal Manager/Legal Manager

Position: State Head Legal (Non-Litigation)

Experience Required: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Mortgage Business
Department: Legal
Reporting To: Head – Business Legal

Key Responsibilities:

1. Legal & Business Experience

• Strong experience in Business Legal matters with a focus on property and mortgage transactions.
• Vetting and verification of original property documents to ensure clear and marketable title.
• Preparation and review of Title Search Reports (TSR) and related legal due diligence.

2. Legal Knowledge & Compliance

• Well-versed with relevant laws including:
  
• Transfer of Property Act
• Registration Act
• Indian Contract Act
• Other applicable local building laws, mortgage, and property-related regulations.
• Ensure compliance with State-specific property laws and government regulations.

3. Vendor (Lawyer) Management

• Empanelment, coordination, and performance management of external lawyers and legal firms.
• Liaison with external counsel for drafting, vetting, and execution of legal documents.

4. Transaction & Documentation Handling

• Oversight of Re-sale transactions, Mortgage Deed Execution, Equitable Mortgage, and Drafting/Vetting of Legal Documents.
• Ensure timely presentation before Sub-Registrar Offices and completion of registration and mortgage formalities with relevant authorities.

5. Team & Field Operations

• Lead and manage the legal team at the state level to ensure efficiency and accuracy in legal operations.
• Conduct site/property visits for high-value or sensitive cases to assess:
  
• Property usage and construction stage
• Nature of land (Agricultural / Residential / Industrial / Mixed Use)
• Habitation and neighbourhood conditions
• Verification and identification of property boundaries and ownership

6. Mortgage Business Acumen

• Demonstrated understanding of mortgage lending processes, property risk evaluation, and security creation.
• Provide strategic legal insights to support business growth and risk mitigation in mortgage operations.

7. Work Flexibility & Professional Conduct

• Display flexibility to work extended hours or beyond regular office timings when business requirements demand.
• Be willing to travel within the state for property verification or registration-related work.
• Maintain a high level of professional integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail in all tasks.

Qualifications & Skills:

• LLB / LLM from a recognized university.
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in mortgage, property, or real estate legal functions.
• Excellent knowledge of State-specific property laws and real estate documentation.
• Strong analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders including business teams, external lawyers, and government authorities.
• Travell within the state for property/legal due diligence.
• Ability to adapt to dynamic work environments and meet tight deadlines when necessary.