V.P. Senior Counsel (Retail)

Job Duties:

• Prepare, negotiate, re-draft and finalize office lease agreements and related documents for new and existing tenants leasing space within our portfolio, and work in close coordination with leasing representatives to ensure timely execution of lease agreements.
• More specifically, responsibilities include: (i) preparation and delivery of initial lease drafts, using approved deal term sheets and Legal lease forms and ancillary provisions, (ii) corresponding directly with tenant’s representative or counsel to solicit and respond to tenant comments, (iii) preparation and delivery of all subsequent lease re-drafts, and (iv) delivery of execution documents to the tenant, either by written or electronic signature.
• Support the operations team in the development of new business initiatives/programs.
• Support training efforts, and other tasks as directed by the General Counsel.

Minimum Qualifications / Other Expectations:

• Minimum 5+ years of experience representing clients in real estate leasing transactions, with significant experience in office building leasing transactions being absolutely required
• Some experience in an in-house legal environment is also strongly preferred
• Outstanding analytical, writing and lease drafting skills
• Team-first mentality - work well with others in a fast paced, collaborative environment.
• Excellent customer service skills and a passion to help others.
• Practical and results oriented approach coupled with analytical rigor.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple matters simultaneously, communicating with internal clients and delivering timely results.
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently
• Strong communication and reporting skills.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Word and Excel and Google Suite
• Ability to develop proficiencies in other computer-based technologies used Company-wide, such as Salesforce and Legal Tracker
• Graduate of a nationally-recognized law school
• Admitted to California Bar (or able to become a California Registered In-House Counsel)