General Counsel

General CounselLocation: Austin, TXSalary: $195,000 – $250,000+ / yearAn Austin-based real estate development and management company is seeking an experienced General Counsel to serve as the organization's senior legal leader and strategic advisor. This high-visibility executive role will work directly with the President & CEO and oversee legal strategy across acquisitions, development, corporate governance, compliance, employment matters, and risk management for a growing real estate platform focused on student housing and multifamily communities. This position is ideal for a business‑minded real estate attorney who thrives in a fast‑paced entrepreneurial environment and enjoys building scalable legal infrastructure while serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership.What You'll DoServe as the primary legal advisor to executive leadership on legal, compliance, and risk‑related mattersLead legal strategy for real estate acquisitions, dispositions, development projects, joint ventures, and financing transactionsDraft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and financing documentsOversee corporate governance, entity management, operating agreements, and corporate records across multiple entitiesDevelop and maintain compliance frameworks across multiple operating statesAdvise leadership on employment law matters, employee relations, and multi‑state compliance issuesBuild and implement scalable legal processes, templates, and internal proceduresManage relationships with outside counsel across various legal disciplinesProvide strategic legal guidance while balancing business objectives and operational needsSupport leadership with proactive risk management and decision‑making initiativesWhy You MatterThis role will play a foundational part in shaping the company's long‑term growth strategy and legal infrastructure. Your ability to provide practical legal guidance, support complex real estate transactions, and build scalable systems will directly impact the organization's operational success and continued expansion.What It TakesJuris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law schoolActive bar license in good standing6–8+ years of legal experience with significant exposure to real estate transactionsStrong experience handling acquisitions, development, financing, and complex real estate dealsAbility to provide practical, business‑minded legal guidance and risk assessmentExperience advising executive leadership teams preferredStrong communication, negotiation, and organizational skillsExperience with student housing, multifamily, or vertically integrated real estate platforms preferredTexas bar licensure preferred or willingness to obtain Texas licensure requiredIdeal Candidate TraitsStrategic and business‑oriented thinkerConfident communicator and trusted advisorHighly organized and solutions‑focusedComfortable operating in a fast‑paced entrepreneurial environmentCollaborative leadership style with strong professional judgmentProactive and capable of building scalable systems and processesThe Perks$195,000 – $250,000+ annual compensation depending on experienceMedical Coverage with multiple plan optionsEmployer HSA contribution for eligible plansDental & Vision InsuranceClassPass membership or complimentary Gold's Gym membership24/7 telemedicine accessEmployee Assistance Programs and mental health support401(k) retirement planEmployer‑paid Life & AD&D InsuranceEmployer‑paid Long‑Term Disability coverageSupplemental insurance options through AflacAccess to employee discount and rewards programsWellness and professional development support#J-18808-Ljbffr