In-House Legal Counsel
Houzeo
Thane, Maharashtra, IndiaFresher3h agovia LinkedIn
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- Who can apply
- Freshers and up to 1 year
- Must know
- OperationsStakeholder management
- Work
- On-site in Thane
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
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About Houzeo
Houzeo is a 100% online real estate marketplace.
About the Role
The Legal Team at Houzeo safeguards the company by ensuring regulatory compliance, managing risk, and supporting contracts to drive strategic growth and protect interests. This role is for a sharp, proactive individual passionate about law and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Real Estate Regulatory Compliance
- Draft and respond to legal notices from regulatory authorities across multiple U.S. states.
- Monitor evolving real estate laws and ensure cross-state compliance.
- Own and enhance compliance frameworks, ensuring they are well-documented and consistently implemented.
- Legal Research
- Conduct legal research using platforms like LexisNexis, SCC Online, Taxmann, and Manupatra.
- Interpret statutes, case law, and regulations relevant to operations.
- Contract Review & Risk Mitigation
- Review corporate agreements and assess the scope of liability.
- Advise teams on contractual obligations and risk exposure.
- Identify gaps in current agreements and suggest legal safeguards.
- Legal Drafting
- Draft internal documents, including employment contracts, and external legal correspondence.
- Ensure legal documents reflect accuracy, clarity, and enforceability.
- Stakeholder Communication
- Work directly with the CEO and senior leadership on high-impact legal matters.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with teams to ensure legal alignment in operations.
- General Legal Support
- Provide legal support for any research, drafting, or compliance-related matters.
- Coordinate with external counsel when necessary for specialized legal issues.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- LL.B. from a reputed law school.
- Active bar membership is a plus.
- Solid understanding of contract law and U.S. real estate regulations.
- Exceptional research, drafting, and legal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, juggle multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
- Eager to learn, take initiative, and thrive in a high-growth environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
- Prior corporate legal internship experience is highly preferred.
- Exposure to U.S. real estate law, including regulatory and compliance matters.
- Experience with multi-state filings, legal correspondence, or working with external counsel.
- Familiarity with contract lifecycle management and risk mitigation strategies.
Note: This is a complete on-site role, operating in a Night Shift.