Head of Legal

We’re hiring: Senior Legal Professional | Real Estate / REIT

We are looking for a seasoned Legal professional to lead and manage end-to-end legal matters for a large real estate / REIT platform. This role partners closely with leadership to provide strategic legal guidance, manage risk, and support business growth across assets and transactions. Key Responsibilities Oversee all legal mandates in close coordination with the General Counsel Draft, negotiate, and finalize lease deeds, leave & license agreements, and commercial contracts Lead legal due diligence, documentation, and closures for acquisitions and divestments Support equity fundraising activities, including transaction documentation and negotiations Manage high-value litigation and coordinate with external counsel Handle regulatory and legal notices, ensuring timely responses and compliance Provide strategic legal advisory support to internal stakeholders Review investor communications, disclosures, and periodic compliance reports Track legal deliverables and provide regular updates to senior management Candidate Profile Law graduate with 15+ years of experience (real estate / REIT exposure preferred) Strong expertise in corporate, commercial, labour, and contract law Proven experience in litigation management, negotiations, and regulatory compliance Ability to work cross-functionally with internal teams and external advisors Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills