Director, Real Estate Acquisitions

Alo Yoga•Beverly Hills, CA

11d•$250,000 - $325,000

About The Position

We’re seeking an experienced real estate and tax attorney to serve as a key in-house legal partner for a growing lifestyle company and its founders. The role blends hands-on transaction execution with deep real estate tax structuring and family-office-style governance, working closely with principals, tax, accounting and outside counsel. You will quarterback deals from LOI through closing and manage ongoing portfolio matters with a strong emphasis on tax-efficient structures.

Requirements

Experience: 8–12+ years (law firm and/or in-house) focused on real estate transactions and real estate tax planning.
Credentials: JD from a top tier law school required; LL.M. in Tax a plus. Active bar admission in California or ability to register in-house.
Skills: Business-oriented negotiator, highly responsive and strategic thinker and low-ego collaborator able to work directly with principals and counterparties in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Family-office, private investment company, or closely held sponsor/owner experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Deal Execution: Lead legal workstreams for acquisitions, dispositions, developments, and recapitalizations (JV equity, preferred equity, construction & debt) and draft/negotiate PSAs and JV/operating agreements.
Tax Structuring: Design and implement tax efficient structures in partnership with advisors on complex federal, state, and local tax issues.
Diligence & Risk: Oversee legal diligence (title/survey, entitlements, zoning, environmental, property tax) and craft practical risk-allocation solutions.
Strategic Governance: Align entity charts, intercompany agreements, and trust/estate considerations with investment goals; manage confidentiality; coordinate with wealth/estate/tax advisors.
Portfolio Support: Handle amendments, estoppels/SNDAs, refinancing, property-tax appeals strategy and asset-level compliance.
Outside Counsel Management: Scope, select, and direct outside counsel; manage budgets and timelines; translate advice into strategic decisions.

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