Senior Counsel – Legal Leasing

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Prepare, assess, and negotiate lease agreements and associated documents

• Evaluate requests from the leasing department and identify discrepancies

• Collect data, investigate previously negotiated terms, and create relevant documents

• Analyze tenant feedback and requests

• Engage in discussions on business matters with leasing representatives and propose solutions that align tenant needs with Company objectives

• Negotiate both business and legal aspects with tenants’ legal representatives

• Secure internal approvals for negotiated agreements

• Amend documents according to negotiation outcomes and management guidance

• Review finalized documents and initiate the Company execution process

• Offer legal drafting support on lease agreements prepared by the Senior Paralegal and Associate General Counsel I

• Draft and negotiate documents related to lease management and other non-lease matters

• Examine legal document requests from various departments and clarify the scope of projects

• Create or modify documents to address legal and business issues relevant to the department and Company

• Collaborate with leasing personnel, departmental representatives, legal management, and other stakeholders

• Oversee multiple projects, manage priorities, meet deadlines, and work autonomously or as part of a team

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school

• Must be licensed to practice law in at least one state

• Over 9 years of experience in drafting and negotiating retail space leases

• Preferred experience in drafting and negotiating retail leases in-house either with landlords or tenants

• Proficient in using company software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Office 365, Ultimate Software, Workshare, and DocuSign

• Willingness to travel via commercial airlines

• Required to maintain a valid driver’s license and operate a personal or rental vehicle safely

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

• Capable of maintaining the confidentiality of privileged information

• Background check is required

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive Suite of Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

• 401(k) matching program

• Paid time off and holidays

• Paid volunteer hours

• Paid leave programs for team members

• Tuition reimbursement

• Wellness incentives

• Group life and disability insurance

• Optional benefits

• Discounts for team members

• Flexible, team-oriented workplace

• Background check conducted