Commercial Leasing Agent

Orionplacement; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

A boutique law firm in Midtown Manhattan is seeking an experienced attorney to handle complex commercial real estate leasing matters. This role offers the chance to build significant client relationships with direct exposure to high-stakes negotiations and deal work. Candidates must have a strong background in commercial real estate leasing and the New York bar admission. The firm values collaboration, offers competitive compensation, and presents an opportunity to grow into a long-term partnership-track role.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of directly relevant attorney experience in commercial real estate leasing.
• Strong commercial real estate leasing background required.
• Construction documentation experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handle commercial real estate leasing matters from drafting to execution.
• Review and draft commercial lease agreements.
• Advise clients on leasing strategy and marketplace issues.
• Manage multiple active matters simultaneously.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Issue-spotting

Independence

Attention to detail

Education

New York bar admission

Job description

Pay:

$160,000.00 - $275,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected boutique practice with sophisticated commercial real estate leasing work and a strong client base.
• Build toward a true long-term home with partnership-track potential.
• Get meaningful responsibility, direct client exposure, and hands‑on deal work.
• Work in a practice where commercial leasing is the core focus, not a side area.
• Be part of a lean, high‑level team where strong lawyers can make a visible impact.

Location:

This role is based in Midtown Manhattan with a strong preference for attorneys who want to be in the office and immersed with the team, while still offering flexibility to work from home up to 2 days per week.

Note:

To be considered, candidates must have a strong background in commercial real estate leasing and be admitted in New York.

About Us

We are a boutique law firm with a sophisticated commercial real estate practice focused on providing intelligent, responsive, and practical counsel to clients across the United States. Our team is known for delivering business‑minded advice, strong client service, and efficient execution. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Handle sophisticated commercial real estate leasing matters from drafting through negotiation and execution
• Review, draft, and revise retail, office, and other commercial lease agreements and related documents
• Advise clients on leasing strategy, risk allocation, business terms, and real‑estate marketplace issues
• Manage multiple active matters simultaneously while maintaining strong responsiveness and attention to detail
• Work directly with clients and counterparties in a fast‑moving, high‑touch practice
• Support related real‑estate transactional matters as needed
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment with opportunity for long‑term growth and partnership‑track development

Qualifications

• 3+ years of directly relevant attorney experience
• Strong commercial real estate leasing background required
• New York bar admission required
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and issue‑spotting skills
• Able to work independently and manage multiple matters at once
• Construction documentation experience is a plus
• Experience in a boutique or sophisticated real estate practice is a plus

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Boutique platform with high‑level work and less bureaucracy
• Real opportunity to grow into a long‑term, partnership‑track role
• Strong deal exposure and substantive responsibility
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial environment
• Competitive compensation for the right candidate

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance