Lead Legal with Welspun New Energy Ltd. (Mumbai, PQE: 7-8 years): Apply Now

Deadline Open Deadline

Location Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.

Salary Compensation details will be finalized during the interview process with the selected candidate.

Details of the Organization

Welspun New Energy Limited (WNEL) is an emerging green energy infrastructure developer, with a strong focus on establishing large-scale renewable energy and green hydrogen projects. The company is part of Welspun World, one of India's fastest growing conglomerates, with presence in diverse sectors such as home textiles, pipes & steel, building materials, infrastructure and logistics.

Details of the Job/Internship

Welspun New Energy Limited (WNEL) is hiring for the position of a Legal Lead with 7-8 years of experience to join their office in Mumbai.

Role and Responsibilities

Land Due Diligence:

Lead and manage legal due diligence processes related to land acquisition and lease agreements for renewable energy projects across different states in India.
Conduct comprehensive title, zoning, and environmental due diligence to identify potential legal issues, encumbrances, and risks.
Review and analyze land records, land surveys, property titles, easements, and other related documents to ensure legal compliance and project feasibility.
Advise on land rights, property issues, and land access for the development, construction, and operation of renewable energy projects.

Contract Management & Negotiations:

Draft, review, and negotiate land acquisition agreements, lease agreements, easement agreements, and other property-related contracts essential for renewable energy projects.
Draft, review, and negotiate equipment purchase contracts with module and WTG suppliers.
Work closely with project development teams to negotiate terms and resolve legal issues in real estate and land-use contracts.
Develop standardized contract templates and legal frameworks for equipment and land-related transactions to ensure consistent legal protections across multiple projects.

Compliance & Risk Mitigation:

Advise internal stakeholders on regulatory requirements, land-use permits, and compliance with local, state, and federal laws relevant to land transactions in the renewable energy sector.
Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks associated with land rights, project siting, and environmental regulations.
Ensure all land transactions and contracts are executed in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and align with company policies and goals.

Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory:

Provide legal advice to internal teams, including project managers, developers, and senior leadership, on land and contract-related issues.

Legal Research & Documentation:

Stay current with emerging trends, laws, and regulations impacting renewable energy projects, particularly as they pertain to land rights, property law, and renewable energy siting.
Prepare and maintain detailed legal reports and documentation related to land transactions and contract negotiations.

Eligibility

Education: 3/5 year LLB from an accredited law school.
Experience: Minimum of 7-8 years of legal experience, with a focus on land transactions, due diligence, and contracts, preferably in the renewable energy or real estate sectors.
Knowledge of land acquisition processes, real estate law, easements, title issues, and lease agreements.
Prior experience in the renewable energy sector, including wind, solar, and energy storage projects, is highly preferred.