Real Estate Counsel

Albertsons; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly wages

Earned wage access

Associate discounts

Health benefits

Paid time off

Career development

Inclusive environment

Job summary

Albertsons Companies seeks a mid-level Counsel for transactional retail real estate work, located in Pleasanton, CA or Boise, ID. The role requires onsite work Monday through Thursday to promote collaboration and engagement, with regular attendance essential.

The attorney will counsel management and staff on structuring, documentation and negotiation of real estate transactions, and manage outside counsel for cost-effective, high-quality services while supporting inclusion initiatives.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from ABA-accredited law school.
• Bar membership in California or Idaho.
• At least five years of sophisticated retail real estate transaction experience.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on structuring, documentation and negotiation of real estate transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate real estate contracts, leases and related documents.
• Conduct due diligence for real estate acquisitions and dispositions.
• Support day-to-day management of owned and leased properties.
• Collaborate with finance, property management and operations to meet business goals.
• Supervise paralegal staff and manage outside counsel for cost-effective services.
• Support inclusion and belonging initiatives.

Skills

Real estate law

Contract negotiation

Due diligence

Drafting/Review

Education

JD (ABA-accredited)

Job description

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.

The Real Estate Law Department has an opening for a mid-level Counsel for transactional retail real estate work.

This position is located in either Pleasanton, California or Boise, Idaho. We currently require employees to work onsite Monday through Thursday to support collaboration and engagement. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this role.

Main responsibilities:

• Providing legal counsel to management and real estate business staff with respect to the structuring, documentation and negotiation of real estate transactions
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating real estate contracts, leases, and other real estate-related legal documents.
• Conducting due diligence in connection with real estate acquisitions and dispositions.
• Providing legal support for the day-to-day management of owned and leased properties.
• Collaborating with other internal teams, including finance, property management, and operations, to support business objectives.
• Managing the paralegal functions that support the portfolio to which you are assigned.
• Supervising outside counsel and overseeing outside counsel work to ensure delivery of high quality, cost-effective legal services.
• Supporting inclusion and belonging initiatives.
  

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

• Law Degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Bar Membership in California or Idaho.
• At least five (5) years of sophisticated retail real estate transaction experience, including representation of retail tenants and/or landlords and developers on a wide range of matters, including acquisition, development, leasing and management of commercial properties.
• A broad and in-depth knowledge of real estate legal concepts, laws, and a variety of deal structures and documentation, preferably in a retail context.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills, well-developed drafting and negotiation skills, excellent analytical and creative problem-solving skills, and strong attention to detail.

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

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