# Legal

> Weekday AI · Mumbai, India · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-02

**Salary:** INR 3,000,000–4,000,000

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Weekday's Client via platform

## Description

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗱𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀

𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: 𝗥𝘀 𝟯𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬 - 𝗥𝘀 𝟰𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬 (𝗶𝗲 𝗜𝗡𝗥 𝟯𝟬-𝟰𝟬 𝗟𝗣𝗔)

Experience: 8+ yrs

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Job Type: Full-time

We are looking for an experienced **Legal Lead – Commercial Leasing** to manage and lead legal activities related to commercial real estate transactions, with a strong focus on leasing, leave and license, and sale of commercial assets.

The role requires a commercially minded legal professional who can independently handle transaction documentation, negotiations, regulatory compliance, and deal closures while partnering closely with business teams, clients, brokers, and external advisors.

## Requirements

### Key Responsibilities

-   Prepare, review, and finalize **term sheets, commercial proposals, and transaction documents** for prospective lessees, licensees, and purchasers.
-   Draft, negotiate, and finalize **Lease Deeds, Leave & License Agreements**, and related commercial real estate documentation.
-   Lead legal negotiations and support the **closure of commercial leasing and real estate transactions**.
-   Coordinate stamp duty payments, registration, and related statutory requirements under applicable **Maharashtra laws**.
-   Advise business teams on legal, commercial, and regulatory matters related to commercial real estate transactions.
-   Ensure compliance with **MahaRERA**, municipal regulations, fire safety requirements, occupancy norms, and other applicable regulations.
-   Review and finalize ancillary agreements, letters, undertakings, amendments, and other transaction-related documentation.
-   Provide day-to-day legal support to the commercial and leasing teams on transaction clarifications and compliance requirements.
-   Coordinate effectively with **brokers, clients, internal stakeholders, external counsel, consultants, and other advisors**.
-   Identify legal and commercial risks and provide practical, business-oriented recommendations.
-   Support transaction structuring, negotiation strategy, documentation, and timely deal closure.
-   Stay updated on developments in Maharashtra's commercial real estate laws, regulations, and market practices.

### What Makes You a Great Fit

-   **8+ years of relevant legal experience**, preferably with strong exposure to commercial real estate transactions.
-   Proven experience handling documentation for **leases, leave and license agreements, and sale of commercial assets**.
-   Strong exposure to **commercial real estate, retail, malls, commercial property development, IPCs, or real estate law firms**.
-   Strong understanding of commercial leasing and transaction documentation for **office, retail, and mixed-use properties**.
-   Good knowledge of **stamp duty, registration processes, and Maharashtra real estate regulations**.
-   Familiarity with **MahaRERA, municipal regulations, fire and occupancy requirements**, and related compliance matters.
-   Strong negotiation, drafting, legal analysis, and **deal-closing skills**.
-   Deep understanding of the **commercial real estate market and legal environment in Maharashtra**.
-   Strong commercial awareness and the ability to balance legal risk with business objectives.
-   Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and client-facing skills.
-   Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders, including **brokers, clients, business teams, and external legal advisors**.
-   High legal acumen with a practical, solution-oriented approach to commercial transactions.
-   Ability to work independently, manage transaction timelines, and operate effectively in a fast-paced real estate environment.
-   A **Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB)** is required; relevant postgraduate qualifications are an advantage.

## Apply

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