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State Street • Mumbai, Maharashtra • via State Street Careers
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A Paralegal is responsible for day-to-day administrative services supporting Fund Administration Legal. Written and verbal proficiency in American English is critical for this role, as a Paralegal will be responsible for drafting documents and communicating with the Fund Administration Legal team. A Paralegal must be adept at juggling priorities for multiple clients to meet deadlines ba...
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Head Litigation | 15-20 PQE| Mumbai | Real Estate/ Retail
Michael Page • Mumbai, Maharashtra • via Michael Page
3 days ago
Full–time
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Job description
• Candidates with core litigation experience to only apply
• Candidates with real estate/ retail experience to apply.
About Our Client
Our client is a large listed organisation in the retail and real estate segment based in Mumbai and having presence across India.
The Group Head - Litigation & Corporate Law will play a pivotal role in:
· Building and leading a strong, independent litigation vertical
· Driving strategic thinking and solution-oriented approaches across matters
· Providing depth, leadership, and decision support to the General Counsel and promoters
· Creating systems, processes, and counsel networks that reduce risk, cost, and reputational exposure
· Handling complex legacy disputes and high-stakes matters with maturity and sound judgment
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
1. High-Value & Strategic Litigation
• Lead and strategically manage complex, high-value litigation and arbitration involving land acquisition, title disputes, lenders, investors, government authorities, joint venture partners, and other counterparties.
• Provide clear, commercially sound advice to the General Counsel and promoters on risk assessment, settlement options, and litigation outcomes.
2. Land Acquisition & Real Estate Litigation
• Handle large-scale, sensitive, and complicated land acquisition matters, including title disputes, encroachments, right-of-way issues, rehabilitation matters, and challenges from authorities or third parties.
• Interface with government departments, development authorities, and regulatory bodies on land-related disputes and proceedings.
3. Financial & High-Exposure Disputes
• Oversee litigation and arbitration relating to funding arrangements, structured finance, lender disputes, investor claims, and contractual defaults.
• Closely monitor legal spend, case progress, and exposure across matters with material financial implications.
4. Customer Litigation & Reputation Management
• Lead legal strategy for customer disputes, consumer forum cases, regulatory complaints, class actions, and project-related litigation.
• Drive early resolution, mediation, and settlement frameworks to minimize escalation, delays, and reputational risk.
• Work closely with sales, CRM, operations, and project teams to identify root causes of disputes and implement preventive legal solutions to reduce repeat litigation.
5. Litigation Strategy & Governance
• Develop, recommend, and periodically review litigation strategy options across businesses, ensuring consistency and alignment with Group objectives.
• Establish robust litigation tracking, reporting, and escalation mechanisms for senior management review.
• Supervise and manage a portfolio of external counsels, senior advocates, and law firms, ensuring quality, accountability, and cost discipline.
6. Regulatory, Compliance & Troubleshooting
• Handle complex issues involving regulatory authorities, inspections, show-cause notices, legal notices, complaints, and interactions with law enforcement agencies.
• Troubleshoot legal issues across business verticals, including employment-related disputes and internal investigations, as required.
7. Legal Advisory Support
• Provide advisory support on stamp duty, registration, tenancy laws, property-related statutes, and interpretation of applicable laws, contracts, and agreements.
• Support the General Counsel on critical legal risk assessments impacting transactions, project timelines, and investments.
The Successful Applicant
Key Skills & Competencies
• Deep expertise in real estate litigation, land acquisition, and high-value commercial disputes
• Strong strategic thinking with a commercial and promoter-centric mindset
• Ability to manage sensitive matters involving regulators, courts, senior advocates, and government authorities
• Excellent negotiation, judgment, and decision-making skills
• Strong leadership capability to manage teams and external counsel networks
• High integrity, discretion, and resilience in pressure situations
Experience & Qualifications
• 15-20+ years of litigation experience, preferably with substantial exposure to large real estate groups, infrastructure companies, or top-tier law firms
• Extensive hands-on experience before High Courts, Supreme Court, NCLT, consumer forums, and arbitration tribunals
• Law degree from a reputed institution; enrolment with the Bar Council of India
What's on Offer
• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to work with a large organisation in the property and real estate development sector.
• Inclusive and professional work environment.
• Comprehensive holiday and leave policies.
This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned legal professional to lead litigation efforts in the property and real estate development industry. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Head Litigation | 15-20 PQE| | Real Estate/ Retail position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Bangalore offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
