Leasing Counsel — Retail & Mixed-Use Real Estate

Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield; New York (NY); On-site; USD 155,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield in New York seeks a Leasing Counsel to draft and negotiate leases and related documents for high-volume retail and mixed-use developments.

You will advise the business on landlord/tenant issues, support leasing teams, and ensure execution-ready documentation while upholding URW's standards and ESG commitments.

The role offers a senior level position with discretionary bonus and a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Member of the NY, NJ, MD or IL Bar, in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate leases, LOIs, subleases, amendments, assignments, and related documents.
• Assist leasing teams in tenant negotiations and address legal/business issues.
• Provide legal advice to avoid disputes in landlord/tenant matters.
• Guide paralegals and coordinators through lease documentation and execution.
• Contribute to policy development and ensure compliance with company standards.

Skills

Leasing negotiation

Lease drafting

Legal advisory

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Risk assessment

Education

Bar admission (NY/NJ/MD/IL)

Job description

Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield in New York seeks a Leasing Counsel to draft and negotiate leases and related documents for high-volume retail and mixed-use developments.

You will advise the business on landlord/tenant issues, support leasing teams, and ensure execution-ready documentation while upholding URW's standards and ESG commitments.

The role offers a senior level position with discretionary bonus and a dynamic, fast-paced environment.