Deputy General Manager (DGM) Land & Legal

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic professional for the position of DGM Land & Legal to manage and oversee all land-related matters across India. The role requires strong legal expertise combined with practical experience in dealing with government departments, authorities, and individuals for smooth handling of land and property matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all land-related matters for the organization at the pan-India level.
• Verification and inspection of property-related documents, including title, ownership, and encumbrance checks.
• Conduct legal due diligence of land, buildings, and other real estate properties.
• Handle property measurement, surveys, and records verification.
• Draft, review, and finalize agreements, deeds, contracts, and other legal documents.
• Manage execution and registration of sale deeds and other property transactions.
• Obtain statutory approvals such as change of land use, building plan approvals, and other property-related clearances.
• Liaise and coordinate with revenue, planning, legal, and administrative authorities for property-related matters.
• Represent the organization in property-related legal cases and handle litigation in coordination with external legal counsel.
• Provide guidance on compliance with legal and statutory requirements related to real estate.
• Support the management team with strategic input for land acquisition, development, and regulatory matters.
• Ensure timely closure of legal and land-related issues with high standards of integrity and accuracy.

Desired Candidate Profile:

• Educational Qualification: Law Graduate (LL.B.) from a recognized university.
• Experience: 10–15 years of post-qualification experience in land transactions and related legal matters in various states.
• Core Competencies:
• Strong knowledge of property laws, land acquisition, and real estate regulations.
• Proven experience in legal due diligence, drafting, and execution of property agreements and deeds.
• Excellent skills in coordination and liaison with government/revenue departments and administrative authorities.
• Ability to handle litigation and court cases relating to properties.
• Strong administrative and negotiation skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively across India.

Why Join Us:

This role provides the opportunity to lead critical land and legal matters at the national level, contributing significantly to the growth and success of our TDL Division.