Job Description
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka (Dommasandra - FYR)
Employment Type: Full-time
Reporting To: Head of Legal
Job Summary
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal professional to join our dynamic Legal team in Bengaluru for Nambiar Builders Private Limited. The ideal candidate will specialize in real estate legal matters, handling end-to-end documentation, due diligence, compliance, and regulatory processes for property acquisitions, developments, and transactions. This role plays a critical part in safeguarding our projects under RERA and other statutes, ensuring seamless operations in a fast-paced real estate environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Real Estate Legal Documentation: Draft, review, and vet critical documents including Sale Deeds, Exchange Deeds, Lease Agreements, Sale Agreements, General Power of Attorneys (GPAs), Joint Development Agreements, Gift Deeds, and Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs).
- Title Due Diligence: Conduct comprehensive end-to-end title verification;
prepare and review title search reports;
identify and mitigate risks such as encumbrances, easements, and discrepancies in ownership history.
- Contract Law & Negotiation: Draft and review real estate contracts;
support negotiations for property acquisitions, leasing arrangements, and joint ventures to protect Nambiar interests.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to RERA (Real Estate Regulation Act), local development regulations, municipal zoning laws, and other relevant real estate statutes, including updates to the new labour codes where applicable.
- Property Registration: Manage stamp duty calculations, deed registrations, e-filing processes, and liaison with Sub-Registrar Offices for timely and compliant executions.
- Legal Research: Perform in-depth research using tools like Manupatra, SCC Online, LexisNexis, and government land records portals to analyse case laws, statutes, and precedents.
- Encumbrance & Litigation Checks: Execute Encumbrance Certificate (EC) searches, court database verifications, and public record checks to support risk-free real estate transactions.
- Technology Proficiency: Leverage MS Word for legal drafting, Excel for due diligence checklists and property data management, PowerPoint for client/stakeholder presentations, and basic document management systems.
Qualifications & Experience
- LLB from a recognized university;
LLM in real estate or corporate law preferred.
- 7-10 years of hands-on experience in real estate legal practice, preferably in a real estate/construction firm, law firm, or title search company.
- Strong knowledge of Indian real estate laws (RERA, Transfer of Property Act, Indian Stamp Act, etc.) and Bangalore-specific regulations (BBMP zoning, BDA approvals).
- Proven track record in title due diligence, contract drafting, and regulatory compliance for high-volume property transactions.
Required Skills
- Excellent legal drafting and negotiation skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Proficiency in legal research tools (Manupatra, SCC Online, LexisNexis) and government portals (Kaveri Online, Bhoomi).
- Advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with document management systems.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder coordination and Sub Registrar liaison.
- Ability to thrive in a target-driven environment with a focus on deadlines. Preferred Attributes
- Certification in RERA compliance or real estate law.
- Experience with construction contracts, joint ventures, or litigation management. - Bengaluru resident or willing to relocate.
What We Offer
- Competitive CTC.
- Opportunities for professional growth with a growing real estate leader.
- Cooperative culture with team-building events and employee engagement initiatives.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Real Estate Legal Counsel (Bengaluru) position is now open for candidates interested in the Real Estate 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 Real Estate is a plus.
