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GM INFINITE Dwelling(I) Pvt Ltd. is looking to secure the services of Legal Manager.
About:
The GM Infinite group was established as primarily as contracting company in the year 1962 and is being successfully and professionally managed by Mr.Gulam Mustafa, a second generation technocrat. The Group has since then completed numerous projects both in Government and the private sector. The activities were mainly concentrated in the states of Karnataka, Tamilnadu and Andhra Pradesh in India. The management of the group has excellent academic records and vast experience in execution of dynamic projects.
Perspectives Key Responsibilities:
Strategic:
– Play the role of a key influencer in industry interest group, thereby enabling companies to have a say in shaping of Government policies with respect to Real Estate
– Provide legal support to leadership in policy formulation for the company
– Develop guidelines to manage contracts effectively so as to minimize exposure of company to claims and litigation
– Build rapport and develop sustainable relationships with the landowners which would aid in further property acquisition or through them
– Build and maintain relationships with recognized external advocates from a long-term perspective to ensure cost effective and preferential services the company
– Survey the environment to keep abreast of changes in the regulatory framework, legal formalities and compliances pertaining to the Real Estate industry; provide inputs to the Top Management to capitalize on emerging opportunities and trends
– Provide functional guidance to ensure standardization of Legal practices; act as the final authority on all decisions with respect to the Legal matters across the organization
Operational:
– Coordinate with the Government & Regulatory Authorities for obtaining sanctions & licenses
– Keep track of existing laws and changes to laws governing urban and rural land development. Help the leadership in capitalizing on any emerging opportunities for the benefit of the organization
– Guide the Leadership in interpretation of local by-laws and rules while entering into any land deal
– Review, negotiate and finalize documents (MOU, Joint Development Agreement, Lease Deed, Sales, Deed, Space Sharing Agreement, Agreement to Sell, Agreement to Build etc.) from a legal perspective, ensuring minimal / no risk to company
– Resolve any contractual issues developed while working with clients, JV partners, sub-contractors, contract employees, vendors, service providers etc.
– Drive timely Brand registration and renewals to shield the company Brand from risk (fraud, piracy, etc.) under Trade Marks, Patents Acts
– Work closely with Bankers to obtain project approvals by providing required documentation support; coordinate with Marketing Department for additional documentation (if required)
– Identify and empanel external legal counsels and consultants for various jobs as and when required
– Work closely with external advocates to finalize pleadings to be filed before the relevant courts; provide necessary guidance to Managers to present the evidence before the court
– Evaluate land records and conduct a thorough due diligence for all deals and transactions; highlight concern areas / gaps and recommend risk mitigation strategies / options
– Work closely with the Liaison Department to ensure timely completion of the conversion process / land usage and Khatha transfer / clubbing / bifurcation related activities
– Drive circulation of information / legal updates (latest amendments, gazette notifications, government orders, etc.) to all concerned departments / employees in the company to ensure that everybody is well informed
– Lead the development of a mechanism to check and counter-check adherence to legal/ statutory compliances across all the departments and regions
– Lead the development of a database of Land owners, Advocates and Project specific details (residential, commercial and retail); continuously update the same
– Track and foresee impending legal risks across and develop timely interventions to prevent business loss
– Ensure timely and efficient coordination with business partners for gaining clarity on all issues of disputes and policy interpretation
– Provide timely support to Internal Departments on all legal related matters; standardize the protocols for legal support and control processes across company
Financial – Minimize penalties due to oversight / errors in legal and compliance matters pertaining to land acquisition
– Minimize monetary losses due to project delays due to pending litigation
– Prepare Annual Budget for the department and obtain management approval
– Monitor the budget utilization; study and analyse any deviation from budget and take corrective action, as required
People:
– Actively participate in recruitment of senior roles within the Department
– Undertake performance management for Departmental staff / personnel
– Assess and fulfil training and career development requirements
– Foster an environment of learning, excellence and innovation within all aspects of team work
– Mentor and coach subordinates to develop the team’s capabilities
– Play an active role in ensuring role clarity and establishing value orientation in employees
Perspective / Key Focus Areas Key Result Areas (KRAs) Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Execution Excellence Financials:
– % reduction in cost escalations due to legal liabilities/cost due to inaccuracy of in legal validations/legal non-compliance etc.
Delivery:
– % adherence to timelines for:
– Completing legal due diligence/registration for new land acquisition
– Vetting of various documents/ agreements shared with external parties
Quality:
– Number of out of court settlements as a percentage of total litigation cases
Innovation New Ideas
– Number of new ideas generated from the team
Benefits Realization:
– Benefits realized from implementation of initiatives in the legal department
People Management Engaged Workforce
– Employee engagement index for team
– % adherence to timelines for completion of performance management related processes for self and team
Qualification:
Masters in Law / Business Law
PQE:
8 to 10 years of experience with at least 5 year’s experience in the Legal Function within the Real Estate industry
How to apply:
Interested candidates can apply via this link (click here)
