Legal Counsel

Original job posting

The role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial leases and real estate transactions to support a major portfolio. Additionally, the counsel will conduct due diligence and provide legal opinions to internal departments.

Job details

About the Job Our client is seeking a real estate lawyer to support its growing real estate portfolio. In this role, you will provide legal expertise on commercial leasing and other real estate transactions, ensuring compliance and mitigating risk. You’ll work closely with internal teams to draft, review, and negotiate agreements that support a major commercial real estate portfolio. Company Culture Our client values collaboration, professionalism, and a team-oriented approach. The team is dynamic and experienced, fostering an environment where employees can thrive and contribute to long-term success in the real estate sector. Position Overview Reporting to the Vice President of Legal, you will handle legal matters related to commercial leasing and real estate transactions. This includes drafting and negotiating contracts, conducting due diligence, and advising internal departments on diverse legal issues. You’ll also develop standard agreements and maintain accurate lease summaries for multiple properties. Key Responsibilities Draft, review, and negotiate commercial leases, subleases, and related agreements. Prepare and interpret purchase and sale agreements, easements, and other real estate contracts. Lead and participate in due diligence processes. Maintain and update tenant rights summaries and verify lease abstracts. Provide legal opinions and support to various departments. Develop standard contract templates and draft resolutions and correspondence. Desired Candidate Member in good standing of the Quebec Bar. Minimum 2 years of experience in commercial real estate law Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills. Bilingual in French and English. Proficient in Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; proven leadership abilities. Benefits Comprehensive health and dental coverage. Retirement savings plan. Paid vacation and wellness days. Employee assistance program. Professional Development Opportunities for mentorship, ongoing training, and career advancement within a well-established organization. Work Arrangement Hybrid work arrangement with flexible hours.

What you’ll do

The role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial leases and real estate transactions to support a major portfolio. Additionally, the counsel will conduct due diligence and provide legal opinions to internal departments.

Requirements

Candidates must be a member in good standing of the Quebec Bar with at least 2 years of experience in commercial real estate law. Proficiency in both French and English and skill in Office 365 are required.

Benefits

• Health Coverage • Dental Coverage • Retirement Savings Plan • Paid Vacation • Wellness Days • Employee Assistance Program • Mentorship • Ongoing Training • Career Advancement

Listed skills

• Leadership · Preferred
• interpersonal communication · Preferred
• Contract Negotiation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Commercial Leasing
• Real Estate Law
• Contract Drafting
• Contract Negotiation
• Due Diligence
• Legal Analysis
• Bilingual French and English
• Office 365
• Interpersonal Communication
• Leadership

Job areas

• Legal
• Construction
• Administrative