Junior Lawyer

MHW Search; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm in Houston is looking for a Junior Lawyer/Director of Transactions to manage the legal and operational aspects of contracts within their real estate portfolio. This full-time role involves drafting agreements and conducting due diligence, requiring 5-10+ years of experience in contract administration. Strong understanding of real estate is essential, and a JD is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of contract administration or legal support experience.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance.
• Certificate in Contract Management or Certified Real Estate Paralegal a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and revise various legal agreements.
• Maintain organized contract records.
• Conduct due diligence on property titles and environmental issues.
• Prepare regular contract status and performance reports.

Skills

Contract administration experience

Understanding of real estate transactions

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Experience with contract management software

Education

JD preferred

Certification in Contract Management

Tools

Yardi

Job description

Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $225,000.00/yr

This range is provided by MHW Search. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Overview

The Junior Lawyer/Director of Transactions will manage and oversee the legal and operational aspects of contracts across the firm's real estate portfolio. This role ensures contracts are prepared, executed, stored, and monitored in accordance with company policy, legal requirements, and best practices. They will work closely with internal teams and outside counsel to support the drafting, review, and administration of contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with outside counsel to draft, review, and revise lease agreements, purchase and sale agreements, deeds, financing documents, and service contracts.
• Maintain organized contract records and ensure accessibility for stakeholders.
• Conduct due diligence on property titles, zoning, and environmental issues.
• Coordinate closings, prepare closing checklists, review settlement statements, and ensure documents are complete.
• Monitor contract terms, track milestones, and ensure obligations are met.
• Manage lease abstracts, amendments, estoppels, and tenant communications.
• Assist with corporate governance filings and compliance.
• Prepare regular contract status and performance reports.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of contract administration or legal support experience (paralegal background ideal). Strong understanding of real estate transactions and corporate governance.
• Certification in Contract Management (CPCM, CCCM) or Certified Real Estate Paralegal (CRP) a plus.
• JD is preferred but not required.
• Experience in commercial/industrial real estate required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract management software (Yardi preferred).

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal, Administrative, and Finance

Industries

• Real Estate, Legal Services, and Law Practice