Counsel Talent Community

CBRE Group, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Counsel to oversee legal support for a range of moderately complex projects. This role sits within the Legal Services function and requires independent work with strong advisory capabilities.

You will review documents, negotiate terms, advise management, and represent the company in subpoenas. The position emphasizes mentoring, leadership, and applying CBRE's values in daily practice.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate and active Bar admission in good standing required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and negotiate documents and oversee litigation review in line with legal standards.
• Provide legal counsel to managers, executives and employees on business-related legal issues.
• Represent CBRE in court appearances on subpoenas as needed.
• Investigate claims and prepare reports based on findings and interviews.
• Manage own litigation and coordinate with outside counsel as required.
• Conduct legal trainings and help develop training materials for various business lines.
• Lead project teams, mentor junior staff and share expertise across functions.
• Apply in-depth legal knowledge to solve complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
• Explain difficult or sensitive information clearly and build consensus in teams.

Skills

Legal analysis

Negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctorate and Bar admission

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Remote - US - Remote - US - United States of America

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About the Role

As a CBRE Counsel, you will be responsible for overseeing legal support services for a variety of moderately complex assigned legal projects.

This job is part of the Legal Services job function. They are responsible for providing legal counsel and guidance in the ordinary and special activities of the organization.

What You’ll Do

• Review and negotiate documents and litigation review in compliance with various statutory requirements.
• Provide legal counsel and guidance to managers, executives, and employees on legal aspects of various business lines.
• Represent the company during court appearances on subpoenas.
• Investigate claims and complaints by or against the company, including interviewing relevant parties and prepare reports based on findings.
• Manage own litigation and monitor outside counsel retained formatters as needed.
• Conduct legal training and assist in the preparation of training materials for various lines of business.
• Spearhead project teams. This includes planning and supervising assignments of lower-level employees. Mentor junior coworkers and provide informal help, such as technical guidance.
• Applies in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions
• Coaches others and shares in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values . Works to build consensus and convinces to reach agreement
• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams
• Works within broad guidelines and policies
• Explains difficult or sensitive information

What You’ll Need

To perform this job successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Juris Doctorate and Member of State Bar in good standing required with 5-8 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work without supervision, manage many tasks, and set priorities with excellent follow-up skills and organization.
• Understanding of existing procedures and standards to solve slightly complex problems.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Disclaimers

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

About CBRE Group, Inc.

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations

CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).

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