Commercial Real Estate Associate

Meridia Recruitment Solutions, a KBRS Company; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in downtown Ottawa is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Associate to join their team. The ideal candidate is an experienced real estate lawyer with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage complex transactions independently. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work closely with a variety of clients and professionals in the real estate industry, contributing to a tradition of high-quality legal service.

Qualifications

• 4+ Years’ Post-Call Experience as a lawyer in Ontario working in commercial real estate.
• Experience with private and institutional financing transactions.
• Good understanding of corporate law as it applies to commercial transactions.

Responsibilities

• Ability to work closely with clients, other lawyers, and staff.
• Handle all aspects of transaction files with minimal guidance.
• Possess excellent organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Multitasking

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Team Player

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) or Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)

Member in Good Standing of the Law Society of Ontario (LSO)

Tools

Legal Software

Job description

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Our client a dynamic, downtown Ottawa law firm is currently looking to expand their team with a highly skilled and experienced Commercial Real Estate Associate . They serve a wide variety of clients on a wide variety of transactions. The firm is looking to hire a driven and talented real estate lawyer to help them continue their tradition of providing high-quality legal services and developing long-lasting relationships with their clients.

You are an enthusiastic and motivated self-starter with great attention-to-detail and strong multitasking abilities. You possess a superior work ethic and an aptitude for oral and written communication, as well as demonstrated experience in handling a fast-paced and dynamic real estate environment. You are also an interpersonally-skilled team player who knows how to engender a can-do attitude in your co-workers.

Responsibilities :

• Ability to work closely, and in collaboration with clients, other lawyers, financial institutions, clerks, and staff
• Able to work and reason independently on client files
• Ability to handle all aspects of transaction files with minimal guidance but with the full support of the firm and staff
• Possess excellent organizational skills and be able to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines

Qualifications :

• 4+ Years’ Post-Call Experience as a lawyer in Ontario working in commercial real estate
• Experience with private and institutional financing transactions
• Good understanding of corporate law as it applies to commercial transactions
• Experience drafting agreements of purchase and sale, lease agreements,
• Ability to Use and / or Learn Different Types of Legal Software and Technology (for registrations on title, mortgage instructions, corporate and other due diligence searches, and title insurance)
• Knowledge of Wills, Estates, and Powers of Attorney Considered an Asset (but not required)
• Member in Good Standing of the Law Society of Ontario (LSO) (Required)
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) or Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) (Required)

Employment Equity Statement

Our client is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.

To express interest in this opportunity, please click on the "Apply" button.

For more information, please contact Adam Creaghan, Partner at [e-mail] or 647-336-1416 or Devyn Kelly, Consultant at [e-mail] or 647 480 1719. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Devyn know.

Meridia Recruitment Solutions connects leading organizations with top talent by building strong relationships and creating ideal matches with candidates because we are only successful when you are.

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity.

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Seniority level

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Legal

Legal Services and Law Practice

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