Associate, Real Estate Transactions & Leasing

Page Executive; New York (NY); Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

11 firm-wide holiday days

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Page Executive is seeking an Associate for Real Estate Transactions & Leasing in Dumbo, Brooklyn. The role includes responsibilities such as drafting and negotiating commercial lease agreements and providing clients with comprehensive legal advice on local regulations and real estate transactions.

Ideal candidates will have a Juris Doctor degree, be admitted to the New York bar, and possess over four years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $200,000 to $250,000, along with excellent benefits and a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years experience handling varied commercial real estate matters.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong legal knowledge in transactions and leasing.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate real estate contracts.
• Provide legal advice on real estate transactions.
• Conduct due diligence and identify risks.

Skills

Exceptional client ethos

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive problem-solving

Education

Juris Doctor degree from a US accredited law school

Admitted to the New York bar

Job description

• Associate, Real Estate Transactions & Leasing role - hybrid Dumbo, Brooklyn.
• Full client access, varied real estate matters at established full service firm.

About Our Client

This position is with a well-established, award winning, growing full service real estate boutique law firm based in Dumbo, Brooklyn. Known As a mid-sized organization, the company is known for its commitment to excellence, offering tailored solutions to its diverse clientele.

Job Description

As Associate, Real Estate Transactions & Leasing, responsibilities include:

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial lease agreements, purchase agreements, and other real estate-related contracts.
• Provide legal advice to clients on real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, and financing.
• Conduct due diligence, including title and survey reviews, to identify potential risks and recommend solutions.
• Collaborate with clients to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal real estate laws and regulations.
• Manage and oversee closings for real estate transactions.
• Stay updated on industry trends and legal developments affecting real estate and leasing practices.
• Work with and support the Transactions & Leasing Group Partner with complex real estate matters.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all legal matters handled.

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.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Associate, Real Estate Transactions & Leasing should have:

• A Juris Doctor degree from a US accredited law school.
• Admitted to the New York bar.
• At least 4 years experience handling varied commercial real estate matters e.g. transactions, leasing, acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, real estate developments, condominium and cooperative formations and buy-sell, construction/ design contracts, corporate governance, mortgage and mezzanine financing.
• Exceptional client ethos and excellent communication skills to effectively interact with clients and internal teams.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently

What's on Offer

• Base salary of $200,000 - $250,000, depending on experience with additional discretionary and performance bonuses.
• Annual billable hour target set at a manageable 1700 hours, excellent work-life-balance.
• Unlimited PTO + 11 firm-wide holiday days.
• Hybrid, flexible work arrangement (3 days a week in office in Dumbo, Brooklyn).
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a well established, growing boutique full service real estate firm.
• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, life insurance and other benefits.
• Collaborative and professional company culture focused on delivering high-quality, high-impact, varied legal counsel through direct client contact.

If you want to work on interesting, meaningful, varied matters within the commercial real estate transactions and leasing space, we encourage you to apply today!