Corporate Legal Counsel

Reyes Holdings • Rosemont, IL

7h

About The Position

This candidate will help manage and support the Company’s extensive real estate portfolio focusing on development projects, acquisitions, dispositions, financing and commercial leasing. The role involves assisting real estate and business leaders with negotiating and drafting various contracts, including construction contracts, financing agreements, letters of intent, purchase and sale agreements, and leases. The counsel will also draft and negotiate commercial contracts, professional services agreements, master service agreements, and financing documents such as credit agreements, notes, and mortgages. Additionally, the position requires serving as a strategic resource for business leaders, providing insights on real estate contractual terms, property management issues, and current regulations. Travel is expected to be up to 10%, and other projects or duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school, with a strong academic record.
• 4 to 6 years of experience as a real estate or corporate attorney.
• Admission to a U.S. state bar with an active license, and compliance with requirements for in-house practice in the State of Illinois.
• Strong ethical background and commitment to integrity.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external counterparties through clear communication and sound judgment.
• Operate with a high degree of independence while collaborating effectively within the legal team.

Responsibilities

• Assist real estate and business leaders with negotiating and drafting construction contracts, financing agreements, letters of intent, purchase and sale agreements, leases, and other pertinent real estate documentation.
• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts, including professional services agreements and master service agreements.
• Draft and negotiate financing documents, including credit agreements, notes and mortgages.
• Serve as a strategic resource for business leaders; providing insight and input on real estate contractual terms, property management issues, and current regulations.
• Travel – up to 10%
• Other projects or duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Benefits
• complimentary Health Screenings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level