Senior Counsel (Real Estate)

Robert Walters Canada; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel specializing in real estate to manage retail leasing tasks in Mississauga. The candidate must have extensive experience in real estate law, especially retail leasing, and be capable of working independently. This position offers the opportunity to tackle cutting-edge legal issues within a top-tier retail organization, with a focus on portfolio management and development projects. Interested candidates can apply by submitting their resume directly to the provided email.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a reputable law firm or large company.
• Ability to work independently on complex real estate matters.
• Detail-oriented with strong foundational training in real estate law.

Responsibilities

• Manage retail leasing and industrial leasing matters.
• Oversee legal aspects of retail stores and distribution centers.
• Support acquisitions and development planning.
• Draft and negotiate various contracts.

Skills

Retail leasing expertise

Technical competence in real estate law

Contract drafting and negotiation

Portfolio management

Job description

Job DescriptionSenior Legal Counsel – Real EstateLocation: Mississauga, ONIndustry: RetailAre you an experienced real estate lawyer with a strong background in retail leasing? If so, we invite you to apply for the position of Senior Legal Counsel – Real Estate at our client based in Mississauga.

About the Role

As Senior Legal Counsel – Real Estate, you will play a key role in managing a diverse portfolio of real estate legal matters. This includes retail leasing, acquisitions, portfolio management, and development projects. You will be part of a highly skilled team of legal professionals who bring deep expertise across real estate, construction design/engineering, energy, and development projects.

This is an exciting role that offers significant opportunities for growth as the company continues to expand its footprint across Canada.

Key Responsibilities

• Retail Leasing: Handle retail leasing matters (essential) and industrial leasing (optional).
• Portfolio Management: Oversee legal aspects of retail stores, supply chain facilities, and distribution centers.
• Acquisitions & Development: Support the purchase of new locations and planning for development projects.
• Contract Documentation: Draft and negotiate contracts with precision and attention to detail.
• Construction Matters: Provide legal support for construction-related issues (experience in this area is a plus but not mandatory).

Must-Have Skills & Experience

• Strong background in retail leasing (minimum requirement).
• Solid technical competence in real estate law with the ability to work independently.
• Expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, and portfolio management.
• 7+ years of experience working at a reputable law firm or large company with strong foundational training in real estate law.

Nice-to-Have Skills & Experience

• Industrial leasing experience (optional).Exposure to construction-related legal matters is beneficial but not required.Experience working on mixed-use projects with landlords or retailers.
  What We’re Looking For

  We are seeking someone who is technically sharp, detail-oriented, and capable of handling complex real estate matters independently. The ideal candidate will have strong foundational training and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where precision is critical.

  Why Join?

  This role offers the opportunity to work for one of the world's leading retail organizations while tackling cutting-edge legal issues in the real estate space. You will play a key role in shaping the company's approach to property management and development while working alongside a talented team of professionals.

  How to Apply

  If you are passionate about real estate law, retail leasing, and portfolio management—and are ready to take your career to the next level with one of the world's leading retail organizations—this is the opportunity for you! To apply, simply click on the link to this job posting or submit your resume directly to Jose Bottazzo at [e-mail].

  About the job

  Contract Type: Perm

  Specialism: Legal

  Focus: In-house Legal

  Workplace Type: On-site

  Experience Level: Director

  Industry: Retail

  Salary: Negotiable

  Location: Mississauga

  FULL_TIME

  Job Reference: S1QJL5-9B7E2B44

  Date posted: October 7, 2025

  Consultant: Jose Bottazzo