Role Overview
Cognizant is hiring a principal-level Real Estate Counsel. This is a full-time role in IN. Part of Cognizant's Risk hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
As a Real Estate Counsel at Cognizant Corporate, you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive legal support and strategic advice on a broad range of real estate matters. Your responsibilities will include:
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various real estate agreements such as leases, sale and purchase agreements, joint development agreements, licenses, and MOUs.
- Offering legal advice and support on property acquisitions, disposals, leasing, due diligence, and title verification.
- Advising on zoning, land use, RERA compliance, and regulatory matters affecting real estate transactions.
- Managing litigation and dispute resolution related to real estate, including coordination with external legal counsel.
- Conducting legal risk assessments and developing strategies to mitigate potential risks in real estate transactions.
- Staying updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends to inform management of any changes.
- Assisting in drafting, reviewing, and implementing company policies and procedures related to real estate matters.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to facilitate business growth and operational efficiency.
Qualifications required for this role:
- Bachelors degree in law (LLB) from a reputed institution.
- Minimum 68 years of post-qualification experience in real estate law, preferably with a reputed law firm or in-house legal team in the real estate sector.
- Strong knowledge of Indian property law, RERA, land acquisition, stamp duty, registration, and municipal regulations.
- Demonstrated experience in handling large-scale real estate transactions, due diligence, and title verification.
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and business acumen.
Additional details about Cognizant Corporate:
Cognizant Corporate is a global community committed to making a meaningful impact. Collaboration, continuous learning, innovation, and growth are at the core of how we work. Our values guide us to empower our people to think strategically, inspire others, and lead with purpose. We offer unmatched learning opportunities to shape the future of business.
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider that bridges the gap between AI investment and enterprise value. Our deep industry expertise enables us to build technology systems that amplify human potential and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. If you require reasonable accommodation for the application process, please email hidden_email a Real Estate Counsel at Cognizant Corporate, you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive legal support and strategic advice on a broad range of real estate matters. Your responsibilities will include:
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various real estate agreements such as leases, sale and purchase agreements, joint development agreements, licenses, and MOUs.
- Offering legal advice and support on property acquisitions, disposals, leasing, due diligence, and title verification.
- Advising on zoning, land use, RERA compliance, and regulatory matters affecting real estate transactions.
- Managing litigation and dispute resolution related to real estate, including coordination with external legal counsel.
- Conducting legal risk assessments and developing strategies to mitigate potential risks in real estate transactions.
- Staying updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends to inform management of any changes.
- Assisting in drafting, reviewing, and implementing company policies and procedures related to real estate matters.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to facilitate business growth and operational efficiency.
Qualifications required for this role:
- Bachelors degree in law (LLB) from a reputed institution.
- Minimum 68 years of post-qualification experience in real estate law, preferably with a reputed law firm or in-house legal team in the real estate sector.
- Strong knowledge of Indian property law, RERA, land acquisition, stamp duty, registration, and municipal regulations.
- Demonstrated experience in handling large-scale real estate transactions, due diligence, and title verification.
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and business acumen.
Additional details about Cognizant Corporate:
Cognizant Corporate is a global community committed to making a meaningful impact. Collaboration, continuous learning, innovation, and growth are at the core of how we work. Our values guide us to empower our
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Where is the Real Estate Counsel position at Cognizant located?
This position is based in IN. Cognizant has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Real Estate Counsel at Cognizant earn?
Cognizant has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Real Estate Counsel role at Cognizant posted?
This role was posted on May 2, 2026 (51 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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