Corporate Counsel

Colliers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 160,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k with match

Sick days

Vacation days

Holidays

Parental leave

Accommodations

Job summary

Colliers International is seeking a licensed attorney to provide legal counsel across commercial real estate services, with a focus on brokerage. You will draft and negotiate contracts, review leases and vendor agreements, and manage risk while advising service line professionals.

You will act as a trusted advisor, support senior leadership on research projects, and help align objectives with service level agreements, contributing to Colliers’ growth and client success.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from ABA-accredited law school and active bar in good standing.
• 3 to 8 years of legal experience, preferably in-house within commercial real estate or related industry.
• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong business acumen and ability to provide practical client advice on legal risks.
• Excellent organizational, time management and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel for multiple business lines, focusing on brokerage services.
• Negotiate, review and draft contracts; manage risk and provide general legal guidance.
• Review internal shared services documents, leases and vendor agreements as needed.
• Build trusted advisory relationships with service line professionals and leadership.
• Support senior colleagues with research and special projects; ensure SLAs are understood.
• Communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, across the organization.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Real estate law

In-house experience

Legal advisory

Time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from ABA-accredited law school

Active State Bar admission in good standing

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Make your next move an expert one. At Colliers it’s not our success that sets us apart, it’s how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities. Why Colliers? Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers’ continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.

About you

• Working remotely or at one of our offices located in the U.S. region, you will be responsible for providing legal counsel for our various commercial real estate services business lines, with a focus on brokerage services.
• You will be responsible for contract negotiation, review and drafting, risk management and general legal advice.
• You may assist in review of internal shared services documentation from time to time, including leases and vendor agreements, and you will develop positive and collaborative relationships with employees across the organization.
• In this role, you will…
• You will successfully provide legal counsel to a range of business lines, using your excellent judgement to actively solve legal matters.
• You will become a trusted advisor to our service line professionals to assist them in reaching their goals.
• You will assist in reviewing internal shared services documentation from time to time, including vendor agreements and other procurement documents.
• You will support senior legal colleagues and business line leadership with research and other projects as required.
• You will develop positive and collaborative relationships with members of Colliers to ensure a common understanding of objectives and service level agreements.
• You will perform other job-related duties as may be assigned.

What you’ll bring

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school and an active member of at least one State Bar in good standing.
• 3 to 8 years of legal experience, preferably in-house within commercial real estate, or a related industry.
• In-house experience (particularly within the commercial real estate or professional services industry) preferred but not required
• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts in a fast-paced and high-volume environment
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinker with focus on practical client advice on legal risks
• Possess strong organizational, time management and project management skills with a demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a team environment
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Knowledge of general commercial law and real estate agreements & transactions.

Pay Range

Pursuant to local law, Colliers is disclosing the following information: Area/Location Specific: WFH, Atlanta, DC, Dallas, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, San Francisco Approximate Compensation Range for this Role: $160,000 to $185,000 Our compensation ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all national locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Benefits

• Employees (and their families) are provided options for employer subsidized medical benefits including RX, dental, vision as well as employer paid basic life/AD D insurance and short-term / long-term disability.
• Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes an employer match.
• Employees will also receive 10 sick days and a minimum of 15 vacation days annually.
• Employees will also enjoy 10 paid holidays plus two personal flex days throughout the calendar year.
• Employees may also be permitted up to 4-12 weeks of paid parental leave depending on eligibility criteria.
• Individuals may be eligible for different or additional benefits under applicable state law.

Bonus

This position is eligible for an annual bonus, based on company and individual performance.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Colliers respects diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of any actual or perceived membership in any protected category including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.

We are enterprising. Our expert advice to property occupiers, owners and investors leads the industry into the future. We invest in relationships to create enduring value. What sets us apart is not what we do, but how we do it. Our people are passionate, take personal responsibility and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities. We attract and develop industry leaders, empowering them to think and act differently to drive exceptional results. What’s more, our global reach maximizes the potential of property, wherever our clients do business. At Colliers, we accelerate success.