Sr. Manager - Liaising & Legal

Job Description

Designation : Sr. Manager Liaising & Legal Location : Mumbai HO - Malad Reporting To : Head Legal / Regional Head / Managing Director Industry : Construction / Infrastructure / Real Estate Salary : As per Industry Standards Job Summary: We are seeking a highly experienced and proactive Senior Manager Liaising and Legal to manage legal affairs and regulatory liaison activities for our construction projects. The role requires extensive interaction with government bodies, legal counsel, and internal teams to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, land acquisition, project approvals, and dispute resolution. Key Responsibilities: Legal: Review and draft contracts, agreements, MOUs, lease deeds, and other legal documents. Handle land acquisition matters, title verification, and due diligence processes. Manage litigation and coordinate with external legal counsel for civil, criminal, RERA, NCLT, or arbitration matters. Provide legal opinions and risk assessments on various business issues. Ensure compliance with applicable laws, including RERA, Contract Act, Labour Laws, and Environmental Regulations. Liaison: Establish and maintain strong relationships with government departments such as: Urban Development Authorities, Municipal Corporations, Town & Country Planning, Revenue, and Land Record Departments, Pollution Control Boards, Fire Department, etc. Obtain approvals for land use, construction plans, environmental clearance, and other statutory permits. Facilitate smooth coordination between internal project teams and authorities for timely clearances and NOCs. Monitor and manage compliance timelines and proactively address regulatory changes. Qualifications: Education: LLB/LLM from a recognized institution; additional certifications in real estate, construction projects or compliance are a plus. Experience: 10-15 years in legal and liaison roles, preferably in real estate, infrastructure, or construction sectors. Skills: Strong understanding of land and construction laws. Excellent communication and negotiation abilities. Ability to interpret legal documents and statutes. Established network in relevant government departments is highly desirable.