Head - Legal - Industrial Real Estate - LLB/LLM

Key Responsibilities:

1. Legal Strategy & Compliance:

- Develop and implement the legal strategy to support the company's industrial real estate operations.

- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, particularly in the acquisition, development, leasing, and sale of industrial properties.

- Monitor changes in real estate laws, environmental regulations, and zoning ordinances affecting industrial properties.

- Lead internal audits and ensure alignment with legal standards, contractual obligations, and company policies.

2. Contract Management:

- Oversee the drafting, negotiation, and review of key contracts related to land acquisitions, leases, construction agreements, joint ventures, and tenant agreements.

- Provide guidance on terms and conditions, ensuring minimal risk to the organization while maintaining favorable terms.

- Manage and resolve disputes related to contractual obligations with developers, contractors, tenants, and other stakeholders.

3. Transactional Legal Support:

- Lead the legal due diligence for real estate transactions including acquisitions, dispositions, and financing for industrial properties.

- Review and advise on property title, zoning, environmental assessments, and other critical elements of property development.

- Ensure the smooth execution of high-value, multi-party real estate transactions.

- Coordinate with external legal counsel for litigation, arbitration, or any other legal matters related to the company's assets.

4. Risk Management:

- Identify potential legal risks in industrial real estate transactions, including title defects, environmental hazards, tenant disputes, or regulatory issues.

- Implement risk mitigation strategies, including the use of insurance, indemnities, and warranties to protect the company's interests.

- Handle legal proceedings related to land acquisitions, tenant disputes, and regulatory compliance issues.

5. Leadership & Stakeholder Management:

- Provide legal advice to senior management and other departments (e.g., finance, operations, development) regarding industrial real estate laws and regulations.

- Manage and mentor a team of legal professionals, fostering a culture of compliance and legal excellence.

- Work closely with external legal firms, consultants, and regulatory authorities as needed.

6. Regulatory & Environmental Compliance:

- Oversee regulatory compliance for industrial developments, ensuring the business meets all legal requirements related to environmental, health, and safety regulations.

- Address legal matters involving environmental assessments, permits, and land use regulations.

- Coordinate legal efforts in resolving land-related issues such as eminent domain, right-of-way, and easements.

Qualifications:

- Education: LLB/LLM from a reputed law school. Additional qualifications in real estate law, business administration, or a related field are preferred.

Experience:

- 12-15 years of legal experience, with at least 5 years in industrial real estate, infrastructure, or large-scale development projects.

- Proven experience in handling land acquisitions, industrial leases, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution in the real estate sector.

Skills:

- In-depth knowledge of real estate laws, zoning regulations, and industrial property management.

- Strong negotiation and communication skills.

- Ability to manage large-scale transactions and complex legal issues.

- Leadership abilities and experience managing legal teams.

Key Skills:

- Real Estate Law (Industrial Sector)

- Contract Negotiation & Drafting

- Transactional Due Diligence

- Compliance & Regulatory Expertise

- Environmental Law & Zoning

- Dispute Resolution & Risk Management

- Leadership & Team Management