Job Requirements

Designation

Assistant Manager, HO-Legal

About Godrej Industries Group (GIG)

At the Godrej Industries Group, we are privileged to serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally through our

businesses with market leadership positions in the consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services and chemicals industries

www.godrejindustries.com

About Godrej Properties Limited (GPL)

Godrej Properties brings the Godrej Group philosophy of innovation, sustainability, and excellence to the real estate industry. Each Godrej Properties development combines the over 125+year legacy of excellence and trust with a commitment to cutting-edge design, technology, and sustainability.

www.godrejproperties.com

Job Purpose

The focus area for the role will be drafting and reviewing the real estate documents, customer documents, service agreements and handling other real estate assignments including RERA/customer/ other litigations.

The scope of work is mentioned in detail in the tabulation below:

Real Estate Transactions & Documentation
Draft and review transaction documents including Term Sheets, Agreements to Sell, Sale Deeds, Development Agreements, Powers of Attorney and other ancillary documents.
Assist in conducting title due diligence and identifying legal risks.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external counterparties to facilitate timely closure of transactions.
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Manage litigation across various judicial/quasi-judicial forums.
Draft and review pleadings, legal notices, replies, written submissions, affidavits and briefing notes.
Coordinate with external advocates /counsels, monitor case progress and ensure timely filings.
Attend court hearings, conferences with counsel, wherever required.
Maintain litigation trackers and provide periodic updates to management.
Contract Management
Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts and vendor agreements.
Develop and maintain standard templates, legal precedents and drafting guidelines to improve consistency and efficiency.
Knowledge Management & Process Excellence
Monitor changes in laws, regulations and judicial precedents impacting the real estate sector.
Prepare legal updates and knowledge notes.
Ensure adherence to internal legal processes, approval matrices and documentation standards.
Reporting & Coordination
Prepare periodic legal MIS relating to transactions, litigation, compliances and key legal risks.
Coordinate effectively with cross-functional teams, external consultants and government authorities, wherever required.

Desired Candidate Profile

The Ideal Candidate Should Possess

Strong understanding of fundamental principles of Indian law.
Sound knowledge of real estate laws, including title due diligence, property documentation and land transactions.
Exposure to both transactional work and litigation/dispute resolution.
Excellent legal drafting, analytical and research skills.
Strong communication skills.
High level of ownership, attention to detail and professional ethics.
Candidates with experience in a real estate developer, reputed law firm or in-house legal team handling real estate matters will be preferred.

Work Experience

6–8 years

Benefits

Be an equal parent

Childcare benefits for the birthing parent, commissioning parent (in case of surrogacy) or adoptive parent, and their partners

6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers, flexible work options on return for primary caregivers
2 months paid leave for secondary caregivers
Caregiver travel for primary caregivers to bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel

Coverage for childbirth and fertility treatment

No place for discrimination at Godrej

Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy

Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses

Coverage for gender reassignment surgery and hormone replacement therapy

Community partnerships and advocacy

Persons with Disability (PwD) care

We Are Selfish About Your Wellness

Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options

Elder care for those who might need to extend support to senior family members

Preventative healthcare support

Outpatient Department (OPD) coverage, including vaccinations, dental, vision, etc.

Uncapped sick leave

Flexible work options, including remote working and part-time work

Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling

Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way

Structured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievements

Digital and offline instant recognition platforms

An inclusive Godrej

Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And it has been over a century. It's not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you.

We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognise merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members.

If this sounds like a role for you, apply now!

We look forward to meeting you.

Assistant Manager - Legal