Legal Advisor

Job Description

Posted Date : 21-Mar-2024

Location : Oman, Muscat

10+ Years experience (Male / Female)

Legal Advisor will handle the legal areas of the Organization.

Job Specification

Key Responsibilities :

• Legal Consultation :
• Provide legal advice and support to the real estate team on various matters including property transactions, leasing agreements, zoning laws, and land use regulations.
• Conduct legal research to stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards affecting real estate operations.
• Analyze complex legal issues and provide strategic recommendations to mitigate risks and achieve business objectives.
• Contract Drafting and Review :
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents related to real estate transactions, including purchase agreements, lease agreements, and deeds.
• Ensure that contracts comply with legal requirements, company policies, and industry standards.
• Identify and address any legal risks or potential liabilities in contracts and agreements.
• Due Diligence :
• Conduct due diligence investigations on properties, including title searches, property surveys, environmental assessments, and zoning verification.
• Assess the legal implications of property titles, easements, encumbrances, and other relevant factors.
• Provide recommendations based on due diligence findings to mitigate legal risks and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Regulatory Compliance :
• Monitor regulatory changes and updates related to real estate laws, zoning ordinances, building codes, and environmental regulations.
• Develop compliance strategies and policies to ensure that real estate activities comply with legal requirements and industry standards.
• Train real estate staff on compliance procedures and best practices.
• Dispute Resolution :
• Assist in the resolution of legal disputes and litigation related to real estate matters, including landlord-tenant disputes, property damage claims, and contract breaches.
• Collaborate with external legal counsel as needed to represent the company's interests in legal proceedings.
• Negotiate settlements and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms to resolve conflicts efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Risk Management :
• Identify and assess legal risks associated with real estate transactions and operations.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and implement controls to minimize exposure to legal liabilities.
• Advise senior management on legal matters affecting business decisions and strategic initiatives.

Job Rewards and Benefits

Accommodation, Gratuity

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