Associate Legal Manager (Title Verification)

Key Responsibilities

• Draft comprehensive Title Opinions and Legal Verification Reports using the Maatrum technology platform.
• Conduct detailed verification and analysis of land and real estate property documents.
• Review property title, ownership, encumbrances, legal documents, and other relevant property records.
• Understand client credit policies and legal requirements and ensure timely delivery of accurate reports.
• Address client queries and provide appropriate legal clarifications and practical solutions.
• Coordinate with Operations and Technology teams to improve Turnaround Time (TAT), streamline workflows, and enhance platform functionality.
• Ensure the quality and accuracy of legal reports in line with client-specific policies and Maatrums internal quality standards.
• Identify potential title and legal issues and provide practical, proactive solutions.
• Support the in-house Legal team in resolving complex property-related legal issues and queries.
• Ensure all reports are completed within defined TAT and quality parameters.
• Stay updated on applicable property laws, land records, registration processes, and state-specific regulations.

Candidate Requirements

• LLB / LLM from a recognized university.
• LLM from a reputed public university will be preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in land and real estate property matters.
• Strong experience in Title Verification, Property Due Diligence, and Legal Opinion.
• Candidates with experience in Banks, NBFCs, Real Estate Developers, Law Firms, or Property Legal Services will be preferred.
• Strong knowledge of land and property laws, title verification, encumbrances, registration processes, and property documentation.
• Fluency in reginal language is MUST Read, Write, and Speak.
• Good communication and client-handling skills.
• Strong analytical, legal research, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments within defined TAT