Lead Legal; Land and Contracts

Position: Lead Legal (Land and Contracts)
Company Description

Established in 2002, ib vogt GmbH is specialized in the Development, Design and Engineering, Financing, EPC and Operation of solar power and provides turnkey solar power plant solutions to investors internationally.

As a manufacturer-independent integrated developer, the company focuses on tailor-made solar power plant solutions that maximize lifecycle performance and returns.

Since 2009, ib vogt has commissioned plants with a capacity of almost 2 Gigawatt. We employ over 840 specialists, in all areas of the solar power plant value chain in over 40 countries. The company operates internationally from offices in Spain Germany, Italy, Netherlands, France, Poland, USA, Australia, United Kingdom, Panama, India and Southeast Asia.

Job Description

Candidate must have expertise in property laws and local legislation, including detailed knowledge of the Land Revenue Act, laws related to inheritance of immoveable property, transfer of land by sale, transfer of land by way of lease or sublease, Power of Attorney (PoA), land sealing and conversion to non-agriculture use, Stamp and Registration Act, and Forest Conservation Acts etc. In-depth experience in understanding, preparation, review and commenting on the Land TSR (Title Search Report) is mandatory with adequate knowledge and understanding to read documents in Hindi and English.

Role & Responsibilities

Own decision regarding execution of Sale/ Lease Deeds, ATS/ ATL, POA etc. after checking all legal aspects related to land acquisition (State property and land laws) for wind and solar projects, including documentation, legal due diligence.
Stay informed about current and evolving land laws, property laws, and local regulations, including detailed knowledge of Land Revenue Act, Stamp and Registration Act, Forest Conservation Act etc. and continuously update the Management on regular basis
Handle legal issues related to agricultural land conversion, mutation, exchange, amalgamation, stamp duty and document registration, review/revise/comment title search reports and coordinate with Internal team and external lawyers.
Draft MoU/LoI, sale agreements, deeds, lease deeds and sub-lease deeds, land facilitation agreements, powers of attorney, crop compensation agreements and related documents for land acquisition or transfer.
Support and counsel the land team in securing authorisations from all relevant government and regulatory authorities for the acquisition and transfer of land on behalf of the Company.
Own and manage proper documentation of land purchase or lease agreements including TSRs and complete chain documents.
Coordinate with state revenue authorities for necessary title verification certificates including the sub-registrar, gram panchayat, patwari etc.
Operational savvy to coordinate with government authorities, land aggregators, and internal teams for seamless project execution. Regular update and MIS related to Land Legal aspects
Proactive mindset towards additional tasks as assigned by the Management related to various contracts and MoUs.
Shall be responsible to lead and guide land team related to legal cases/dispute related to land title.

Qualifications

Qualification

LLM or LLB with experience in property and local laws, including the Land Revenue Act, Stamp & Registration Act, and forest conservation act.

Experience

10- 15 years

Additional Information

We Offer You

Interesting and challenging tasks
A truly international working environment with colleagues from all over the world
An open-minded, friendly and highly motivated team.
Great opportunities for professional and personal development
competitive remuneration (based on experience)