Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Sr. Counsel, Real Estate

$212k - $342k
Full-time

Tesla

What To Expect
Tesla is looking for an experienced and highly motivated Corporate Counsel with a minimum of 5+ years of commercial real estate leasing and development experience. The ideal candidate will have national leasing and subleasing experience negotiating sophisticated transactions (industrial, commercial and retail leasing), and real estate development, land use and acquisition experience with a broad general commercial real estate background, including the ability to handle acquisitions, disposition, finance and other general portfolio management matters.

This attorney will be responsible for providing strategic, high-level real estate legal advice to various internal teams, including the Real Estate, Design, Construction, Finance, Policy, EH&S, Engineering and Supercharger teams.

This position requires a strong work ethic, including experience in managing a large number of transactions; outstanding deal and time management skills and the ability to prioritize a heavy workload efficiently.

What You'll Do

Represent the company on all commercial real estate transactions, including complex real estate agreements, real estate and land acquisitions, compliance requirements, and contractual obligationsNegotiate a high volume of complex real estate leases, subleases, licenses, and agreements within tight deadlines (retail, commercial, industrial leases including but not limited to build to suit and retrofit leases for sales, service and delivery centers, energy warehouses, corporate facilities, workplace, Supercharger locations); draft, negotiate and finalize real estate purchase and sale agreements and related closing documentsDraft and review ancillary real estate documents (amendments, assignments, terminations, easements, license agreements, NDAs, brokerage agreements, SNDAs, estoppels etc.) Review all due diligence items, including organizational documents, environmental site assessments, Title commitments, ALTA surveys, CC&Rs, easements and handle closing matters when applicable Identify, analyze, and communicate complex business and legal issues that may have a significant impact to Tesla’s real estate portfolio; provide advice to proactively manage the company’s legal and operational risks while supporting business goalsAddress lease interpretation issues related to existing and new locations, assess risks and make sound and practical judgement callsWork closely with Real Estate and Lease Administration teams to handle post lease execution issues and Landlord/Tenant relationships and resolution of claims or disputes

What You'll Bring

Member in good standing with the California or Texas bar or ability to register as in-house counsel7+ years experience either in-house or in top tier law firm handling sophisticated commercial real estate transactions, including leases and real estate acquisitions Flexible, well-organized and comfortable working in a fast-paced technology environmentAbility and desire to work independently and with little oversight is a must. Ability to learn quickly and advise competently on issues that are new to you, as well as ability to make fast and sound decisions Strong drafting and analytical skillsExcellent written and oral communication skills and organizational and planning skills with the capacity to simultaneously handle a variety of complex matters under strict deadlines and pressureAbility to form strong working relationship with internal business partners

Benefits
Compensation and Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits Company paid Basic Life, AD&D Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period) Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays Back-up childcare and parenting support resources Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs Tesla Babies program Commuter benefits Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation

$212,000 - $342,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

, Tesla
Vacancy posted 21 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Sr. Counsel, Real Estate in California vacancy
  • $212k - $342k

     ...​​​‌‌‌​‌​​​‌‌‌​​​​‌​​‌​‌‌​​‌‌‌​​‌⁠ Tesla is looking for an experienced and highly motivated Corporate Counsel with a minimum of 5+ years of commercial real estate leasing and development experience. The ideal candidate will have national leasing and subleasing experience... 
    Senior
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Flexible hours

    Tesla

    Palo Alto, CA
    13 days ago
  • $325k

     ...Role Scope Structure, draft, and negotiate the full range of real estate transactions behind Fluidstack’s data center buildout,...  ...real estate form agreements and stand up the network of local counsel we need in each market. Run complex negotiations with sophisticated... 
    Senior
    Local area

    FluidStack

    San Francisco, CA
    3 days ago
  • $190k - $225k

     ...department of Newmark, one of the industry's leading global commercial real estate services firms, to provide legal support and problem-solving...  ...support and protect the Company's interests. Provide legal counsel and guidance to managers and real estate professionals... 
    Senior
    Temporary work
    Work at office
    Local area
    Remote work

    Newmark ltd

    Irvine, CA
    13 hours ago
  • $200k - $225k

     ...Senior Counsel, Real Estate The Senior Counsel, Real Estate will be a key member of the Company's in-house legal team, serving as a strategic legal partner and subject matter expert across a broad range of real estate matters, with primary responsibility for property... 
    Senior
    Contract work

    Kilroy Realty

    Los Angeles, CA
    13 hours ago
  • $200k - $220k

     ...Senior Counsel Walker & Dunlop is seeking an experienced and business-oriented Senior Counsel to serve as a key legal advisor on complex real estate transactions, with a primary focus on affordable housing investments. In this role, you will represent the company in... 
    Senior
    Temporary work
    Work experience placement
    Local area
    Remote work
    Monday to Friday
    Flexible hours

    Walker & Dunlop

    Calabasas, CA
    1 day ago
  • $238k - $280k

     ...Senior Counsel Los Angeles, CA Atoms is building the machines that power the next era...  ...that. Atoms builds Physical AI — real-world robots for the industries that move...  ...AI, operations, manufacturing, and real estate. We don't just build machines in a lab. We... 
    Senior
    Temporary work
    Work at office
    Flexible hours

    ATOMS Careers page

    San Francisco, CA
    13 hours ago
  • $175k - $195k

     ...headquartered in Los Angeles, we are a portfolio company of Blackstone Real Estate, supporting the affordable housing and LIHTC (Low-Income...  .... Position Overview April Housing is seeking a Senior Counsel to join its in-house legal team. This is a broad, business-... 
    Senior
    Local area

    April Housing

    Los Angeles, CA
    13 hours ago
  •  ...Senior Counsel, Real Estate About the Company Publicly traded commercial real estate company managing enclosed mall and retail properties. Industry Real Estate Type Public Company About the Role The Company is seeking a Senior Counsel with a focus... 
    Senior

    Confidential

    San Jose, CA
    3 days ago
  •  ...Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) seeks a Senior Corporate Counsel to join its in-house real estate legal team, leading complex data center, energy, and financing transactions. You will own deals end-to-end, from diligence through financing structures, collaborating with strategy... 
    Senior

    Jobleads-US

    San Jose, CA
    5 days ago
  • $250k - $290k

    Jobot is seeking a mid/senior level Commercial Real Estate Associate for their Los Angeles office. Ideal candidates should have 7-10 years of experience in drafting and negotiating real estate construction contracts. This position offers a competitive salary between $25... 
    Senior
    Work at office

    Jobot

    Los Angeles, CA
    3 days ago
  • A leading legal recruiting firm is seeking a mid-level to senior associate to join its real estate transactions practice. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience in real estate transactions, specifically in finance and joint ventures. Strong drafting... 
    Senior

    Marina Sirras & Associates LLC

    Los Angeles, CA
    5 days ago
  •  ...Senior Real Estate Counsel About the Company Leading publicly traded REIT with a significant portfolio and collaborative, growth-oriented culture. Industry Real Estate Type Public Company About the Role The Company is seeking a Senior Counsel for... 
    Senior
    Contract work

    Confidential

    Los Angeles, CA
    5 days ago
  •  ...Angeles, we are proud to be leading the search for a Senior Counsel, Real Estate. This role will serve as a strategic legal advisor across real...  ...be based on experience, qualifications, and location. The SR Group (US), Inc. is acting as an Employment Agency in relation... 
    Senior
    Full time
    Contract work
    Relocation

    Taylor Root

    Los Angeles, CA
    7 days ago
  • $164.6k - $246.9k

     ...Eligible up to 20% Career Level: 6 Job Grade: Exempt-IC2 Salary Range: $164,600.00 - $246,900.00   Job Purpose Counsel II, Sr. Principal attorneys are responsible for litigation defense of all Honda product lines, including product liability lawsuits... 
    Senior
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Work experience placement
    Remote work
    Relocation package
    Shift work

    American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

    Torrance, CA
    16 days ago
  • $365k

     ...Job Description Job Description Real Estate Senior Associate Attorney / Counsel Northern California (San Francisco) Direct Counsel is seeking a Senior Real Estate Associate Attorney or Counsel to join an Am Law 100 firm in Northern California . This is... 
    Senior

    Direct Counsel

    San Francisco, CA
    25 days ago
  • $315k - $330k

     ...headquartered in Los Angeles, we are a portfolio company of Blackstone Real Estate, supporting the affordable housing and LIHTC (Low-Income...  ....Position OverviewApril Housing is seeking a VP, Senior Counsel to join its legal team as a subject matter expert in affordable... 
    Senior
    Local area

    Vantage Oleochemicals

    Los Angeles, CA
    1 day ago
  •  ...Bay Area, and 96th in North America Quartz ranked us the #1 best company for remote workers Workato is seeking a Sr. Legal Counsel in Palo Alto, CA Job Duties : Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of inbound and outbound commercial agreements... 
    Senior
    Contract work
    Remote work
    Flexible hours

    Workato

    Palo Alto, CA
    2 days ago
  • $260k - $300k

     ...About the Role Be an early, foundational member of DensityAI's legal team - the commercial and technology counsel who structures and closes the deals that power our AI-accelerator business. Reporting to the General Counsel, you'll own complex commercial and technology... 
    Senior
    Contract work
    H1b
    Visa sponsorship
    Work visa

    DensityAI

    Mountain View, CA
    2 days ago
  • $220k - $230k

     ...Commercial Real Estate Attorney – Counsel/Junior partner level (Los Angeles) Offit Kurman, an Am Law 200 firm focused on serving privately held businesses, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals, is seeking a Senior Real Estate Attorney to join our Los Angeles... 
    Full time
    Contract work
    Work at office

    Offit Kurman

    Los Angeles, CA
    3 days ago
  • $270k

     ...litigator who also has meaningful experience with workplace investigations, employee relations, labor relations, and employer-side counseling . The Role Handle complex employment litigation, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination,... 
    Senior
    Flexible hours

    Jobleads-US

    Oakland, CA
    1 day ago
  • $175k - $250k

     ...visit us at or check us out at LinkedIn.Mission: Manage in-house litigation and oversee outside litigationRole: The Senior Litigation Counsel will be a member of MGA Entertainment’s in-house Litigation Department, representing the company’s broad portfolio of toys,... 
    Senior
    Flexible hours

    MGA Entertainment

    Los Angeles, CA
    a month ago
  • $150k - $350k

     ...Labor & Employment Defense Wage and Hour Class Action PAGA Discrimination, Harassment, Wrongful Termination Employment law counseling and compliance Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button. Want to learn more about this role... 
    Senior
    Flexible hours

    Jobot

    Pleasanton, CA
    5 days ago
  • $217.48k - $289.97k

     ...and storage company in the country and has a mission to bring stably priced resilient power to the masses.OverviewAs Senior Legal Counsel, you will be a key leader overseeing complex project finance transactions, providing advice and counsel on legal issues in conjunction... 
    Senior
    Full time
    Work at office

    Sunrun

    San Francisco, CA
    a month ago
  • $172k - $275k

     ...Regulatory Counsel San Francisco, CA • In-Office (Hybrid) About Meter Meter's mission is to make the internet a utility...  ...models company, an internet service provider, an installer, and a real estate business, all at once. Why this role matters Each one... 
    Work at office

    Meter Service

    San Francisco, CA
    2 days ago
  • $212k - $342k

     ...​​‌‌‌​‌​​​‌‌‌​​​​‌​​‌​‌‌​​‌‌‌​​‌⁠ Tesla is looking for an experienced litigation attorney to join our employment law team. The Sr. Counsel, Employment Litigation will represent and defend Tesla in all aspects of employment-related litigation matters. As a member of... 
    Senior
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Local area
    Flexible hours

    Tesla

    San Francisco, CA
    11 days ago
  • Sr. Employment Defense Associate / CounselPosition OverviewWe are seeking a seasoned Sr. Employment Defense Associate / Counsel to join our litigation team and lead defense matters involving individual employment disputes, wage-and-hour claims, PAGA actions, class and representative... 
    Senior

    CyberCoders

    Pasadena, CA
    a month ago
  • $235k - $290k

     ...Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.SR. COUNSEL, LABOR & EMPLOYMENT LITIGATION The Sr. Litigation Counsel position offers a unique opportunity to represent the SpaceX business... 
    Senior
    Permanent employment
    Temporary work
    Remote work
    Weekend work

    SpaceX

    Hawthorne, CA
    4 days ago
  • $212.2k - $259.4k

     ...SUMMARY:This role will require four days per week on site at the Envista Corporate Headquarters in Orange County, California.The Senior Counsel will be a member of Envista’s in-house legal leadership team, representing the company’s broad portfolio of dental businesses and... 
    Senior
    Full time
    Contract work
    Local area

    Envista

    Brea, CA
    a month ago
  • $203k - $256.25k

     ...for customer experience, built to resolve customer problems in real time across voice and digital. Our AI agents learn from your best...  ...Optimistic, Persistent, and Empathetic . Your role As Senior Counsel, Product, Privacy, and Regulatory, you'll own the legal strategy... 
    Senior
    Fixed term contract
    Work at office

    Product, Legal, Compliance / Regulatory

    California
    a month ago
  • $250k - $270k

    About Vercel:Vercel is the agentic infrastructure company. We free people and agents to ship what’s next.For more than a decade, Vercel has shaped how the web is built. As the team behind Next.js, v0, and AI SDK, we create products that help builders move from idea to production...
    Senior
    Work at office
    Work from home
    Worldwide
    Flexible hours
    3 days per week

    Vercel

    San Francisco, CA
    a month ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Sr. Counsel, Real Estate. Be the first to apply!