Corporate Legal Counsel (Real Estate)

Reyes Holdings; Rosemont (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off

Retirement Benefits

Health Screenings

Job summary

Reyes Holdings is seeking an experienced real estate and corporate attorney to manage a broad portfolio, including development projects, acquisitions, dispositions, financing and commercial leasing. The role partners with business leaders to advise on contract strategy and risk.

Requirements include a Juris Doctorate with 4–6 years of real estate or corporate practice, active Illinois bar admission and eligibility for in-house practice, plus a strong ethical track record and outstanding

Qualifications

• J.D. required with strong academic record and 4–6 years of real estate or corporate attorney experience.
• Active bar admission in a U.S. state and in-house practice eligibility for Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate construction contracts, financing agreements, letters of intent, purchase/sale agreements, leases, and other real estate docs.
• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts, including professional services agreements and master service agreements.
• Draft and negotiate financing documents like credit agreements, notes, and mortgages.
• Advise business leaders on real estate terms, property management, and regulatory matters.
• Travel up to 10%.
• Support other projects or duties as assigned.

Skills

Clear communication

Sound judgment

Independence

Collaborative

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Illinois Bar admission

Job description

Position Summary

This candidate will help manage and support the Company’s extensive real estate portfolio focusing on development projects, acquisitions, dispositions, financing and commercial leasing.

Position Responsibilities

• Assist real estate and business leaders with negotiating and drafting:
  • Construction contracts
  • Financing Agreements
  • Letters of intent
  • Purchase and sale agreements
  • Leases
  • Other pertinent real estate documentation
• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts, including professional services agreements and master service agreements
• Draft and negotiate financing documents, including credit agreements, notes and mortgages
• Serve as a strategic resource for business leaders; providing insight and input on real estate contractual terms, property management issues, and current regulations.
• Travel – up to 10%
• Other projects or duties as assigned

Required Education and Experience

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school, with a strong academic record and 4 to 6 years of experience as a real estate or corporate attorney
• Admission to a U.S. state bar with an active license, and compliance with requirements for in-house practice in the State of Illinois
• Strong ethical background and commitment to integrity
• Ability to build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external counterparties through clear communication and sound judgment
• Operate with a high degree of independence while collaborating effectively within the legal team

Benefits

At the Reyes Family of Businesses, our Total Rewards Strategy prioritizes the holistic well‑being of our employees. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision coverage, Paid Time Off, Retirement Benefits, and complimentary Health Screenings.

Equal Opportunity Employee & Physical Demands

Reyes Holdings and its businesses are equal opportunity employers. Company policy prohibits discrimination and harassment against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related medical conditions, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. In addition, the Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees in accordance with applicable law. Requests for accommodation should be directed to your point of contact in the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources departments.

Background Check and Drug Screening

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

Pay Transparency

Our compensation philosophy embraces diverse factors for fair pay decisions, valuing skills, experience, and the needs of our business. Moreover, this role may have the opportunity to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to program rules.