The Legal role in the Real Estate business is responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, drafting and reviewing contracts, managing litigation, and providing legal guidance to safeguard the company’s interests. This position involves close coordination with internal teams and external stakeholders to mitigate legal risks and support business objectives.
Responsibilities
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Draft and review legal documents, agreements, and contracts. Ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable laws.
Manage regulatory compliance for real estate projects. Monitor changes in laws and update internal policies.
Handle litigation and dispute resolution. Coordinate with external legal counsel for timely case management.
Provide legal advice to internal teams on project-related matters. Support risk mitigation strategies.
Maintain accurate legal records and documentation. Ensure timely filing and retrieval of documents.
Zero errors in legal documentation and contracts.
100% compliance with regulatory requirements.
Timely resolution of disputes and litigation cases.
Proactive legal support to reduce project delays.
Accuracy and completeness of legal records maintained.
Regulatory Authorities: Liaise for approvals and compliance.
External Legal Counsel: Manage litigation and specialized legal matters.
Government Departments: Ensure adherence to real estate laws and regulations.
Project Team: Ensure legal compliance for project approvals.
Finance Team: Coordinate on statutory payments and tax compliance.
Management: Advise on legal risks and strategic decisions.
LLB or equivalent law degree; additional certifications in real estate law preferred.
12-15 years of experience in legal roles within real estate or infrastructure sectors.
Proficiency in legal research and documentation tools.
Excellent negotiation and advisory skills.
GMR Group is a leading Indian infrastructure conglomerate with a diversified presence across Airports, Energy, Transportation, Urban Infrastructure, and Sports. With over two decades of experience, the Group has built world-class assets and pioneered innovations in sustainable infrastructure development.
GMR Airports Limited (GAL), the Group’s airport arm, is a leading global airport platform company with extensive experience in designing, constructing, and operating world-class, sustainable airports. Operating under the brand name “GMR AERO”, GAL offers pioneering aviation solutions in retail, aero services, and real estate. In 2020, Groupe ADP joined as a strategic partner and is now a co-promoter in GAL, strengthening its global reach and expertise.
As Asia’s largest private airport operator and the second-largest globally, GAL operates key airports in Delhi, Hyderabad, Goa, and Medan (Indonesia), while developing greenfield projects in Bhogapuram (India) and Crete (Greece). It also provides integrated aviation services, including MRO, cargo, digital innovation through GMR Innovex, and aviation training through GMR Aero Academy.
In the energy and infrastructure space, GMR Power and Urban Infra Limited (GPUIL) leads with a diverse portfolio in clean and renewable energy, smart metering, EV infrastructure, and surface transport projects, backed by strong engineering and EPC capabilities.
Under GMR Sports, the Group promotes talent and drives fan engagement through its ownership of iconic teams like Delhi Capitals (IPL), UP Yoddhas (Pro Kabaddi), and international franchises including Dubai Capitals, Seattle Orcas, and more.
Committed to inclusive growth, the Group’s CSR arm, GMR Varalakshmi Foundation, works across education, skill development, and healthcare, positively impacting communities across its areas of operation.
