Real Estate Associate Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

McBride Homes has an exciting opportunity for a Real Estate Associate Counsel to join our legal team. McBride is Missouri's largest home builder and is an industry leader in residential new home construction. With an expected 1,000 closings in 2026, McBride is proud to be recognized as the 33rd largest privately owned builder in the United States and the 69th largest overall according to Builder Magazine. We are seeking a talented Real Estate Associate Counsel to be part of a collaborative team, located in our new state-of-the-art facility in Chesterfield Valley

At McBride Homes, we work hard but also have great company perks. McBride offers competitive compensation, outstanding benefits, 401 (k) plan with matching contribution, paid vacation, and many company outings!

Top reasons to work with us :

• Competitive salary and an annual discretionary bonus program.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and 401(k) plan with matching contribution
• State-of-the-art software and technology
• A collaborative work environment that values innovation and teamwork
• Onsite fitness center at the corporate office

Salary Range : $155,000- $185,000/yr. depending on experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist on legal matters, with an emphasis on land acquisition
• Manage zoning entitlement including analysis of zoning codes and presenting projects at zoning meetings throughout the greater St. Louis Metropolitan Area
• Provide legal advice related to land acquisition and development
• Draft and negotiate land acquisition contracts, development agreements, and related documents
• Work with our in-house land development team and legal team to analyze due diligence and close land acquisition projects including detailed analysis of title and survey issues and drafting easements and other title related resolution documents
• Managing litigation matters including consulting with and coordinating outside counsel as necessary
• Assist with dispute resolution involving municipalities, contractors, property owners, and regulatory agencies
• Provide advice regarding legal issues in construction and warranty
• Report directly to the President of Land Development and the General Counsel

Qualifications:

• Must be capable of managing and tracking high volume caseload with many priorities and deadlines
• Excellent negotiation and drafting skills
• Exceptional written communication and oral presentation skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
• Ability to analyze and solve complex title and survey issues
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Must be licensed and able to practice law in Missouri
• A law degree from an ABA accredited law school
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in real estate law

McBride is an Equal Opportunity Employer