Associate Counsel - Data Center Real Estate & Financing

T5 Data Centers; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

T5 Data Centers is seeking an Associate Counsel to support legal needs across real estate, financing, and data center development. You will collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure timely, compliant execution of all legal documents and processes. The role requires a J.D.

from an accredited law school, active U.S. bar admission, and 3–6 years of experience in related transactions. Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills are essential to succeed in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school; active membership in at least one U.S. state bar, required
• 3–6 years of experience in commercial real estate, financing, or data center‑related transactions, preferred
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex transactional documents
• Experience identifying legal risk and collaborating with business teams to resolve issues
• Experience working with lenders, developers, utilities, or data center operators is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate real estate documents including purchase agreements, leases, development agreements, and related transactional materials
• Support financing transactions, including loan documents, credit facilities, security instruments, and lender due diligence
• Assist with data center development matters such as power procurement, utility agreements, and infrastructure‑related contracts
• Conduct legal due diligence for acquisitions, leasing, and development projects, including title, survey, zoning, and environmental review
• Review and advise on customer lease terms and conditions; identify risks, propose solutions, and support negotiation strategy
• Coordinate with internal teams to resolve transactional issues and advance project timelines
• Maintain organized contract files, closing binders, and legal documentation throughout the project lifecycle
• Prepare periodic reports, summaries, and legal analyses for internal stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards
• Identify opportunities to improve contract templates, processes, and legal workflows
• Communicate clearly and effectively with internal teams, external partners, and customers

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

SharePoint

Teams

Job description

T5 Data Centers is seeking an Associate Counsel to support legal needs across real estate, financing, and data center development. You will collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure timely, compliant execution of all legal documents and processes. The role requires a J.D.

from an accredited law school, active U.S. bar admission, and 3–6 years of experience in related transactions. Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills are essential to succeed in a fast-paced