Legal Counsel - Real Estate

Page Executive; New Brunswick; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A leading international retailer is seeking an In-House Real Estate Transactions & Leasing Counsel. The role involves drafting and negotiating retail lease agreements, advising on leasing issues, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a JD degree, 5+ years of experience, and exceptional negotiation skills. This position offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary ranging from $90,000 to $150,000

Discretionary annual bonus c. 10%

401(k) match up to 4%

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

15 PTO days and 7 public holidays

Flexible hybrid working arrangement

Qualifications

• 5+ years real estate leasing/transactions experience representing retail tenants or landlords.
• Strong knowledge of retail leasing and real estate law.
• Exceptional time management skills, able to work on multiple transactions at pace.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate retail lease agreements and related legal documents.
• Advise on lease-related issues including renewals and terminations.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in all leasing activities.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

About Our Client

The hiring company is a highly successful international retailer expanding its United States operations. The organization is known for its fast-paced environment and commitment to providing high-quality products to its customers worldwide.

Job Description

The In-House Real Estate Transactions & Leasing Counsel will handle varied matters:

• Draft, review, and negotiate retail lease agreements, transaction documents and related legal documents (80% real estate focus).
• Advise on lease-related issues, including renewals, terminations, and disputes.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including property managers and the finance team.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in all leasing activities.
• Assist in managing relationships with external counsel, landlords, insurance and financing.
• Provide strategic legal guidance to support business objectives and manage risk for the organization.
• Maintain accurate records of all leasing agreements and related documentation.
• Support the legal department with ad hoc projects and wider legal counsel as needed (up to 20% of the time).

The Successful Applicant

This In-House Real Estate Leasing Counsel requires demonstrable skills/ qualifications:

• A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• 5+ years real estate leasing/ transactions experience representing retail tenants or landlords.
• Strong knowledge of retail leasing and real estate law.
• Excellent negotiation and drafting skills for lease agreements.
• Capability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with teams.
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Exceptional time management skills, able to work on multiple transactions at pace.

Candidates must be based in Charlotte, North Carolina (or open to relocating to the area) and have US work authorization now and indefinitely.

What's on Offer

This In-House Real Estate Leasing Counsel role benefits from:

• Competitive salary ranging from $90,000 to $150,000 (depending on experience)
• Discretionary annual bonus c. 10% incentive bonus.
• 401(k) match up to 4%.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
• Competitive time off, including 15 PTO days and 7 public holidays.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement (Charlotte based office).

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.