General Counsel

SUMMARY: The General Counsel will serve as the primary legal advisor for all corporate transactions, acquisitions, and investments within Worcester Investments' portfolio. This role demands a proactive, results-oriented individual with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to operate autonomously. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of commercial real estate law and a proven track record of successfully managing complex transactions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Legal Counsel: Provide comprehensive legal advice and support to senior management and other departments, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Due Diligence: Conduct thorough due diligence for potential acquisitions, dispositions, and financings of multi-family properties.
• Transaction Management: Review and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, loan documents, private placement memorandums, and other contracts related to real estate transactions.
• Financing: Assist in securing financing for properties, including negotiating loan terms and reviewing loan documents.
• Compliance: Ensure the company's adherence to all relevant laws and regulations, including those pertaining to real estate, zoning, and environmental issues.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with real estate transactions, implementing policies and procedures to minimize legal liability.
• Litigation Management: Manage all legal disputes and litigation involving real estate properties, coordinating with outside counsel and overseeing legal strategy.
• Industry Expertise: Stay abreast of trends and developments in the multi-family real estate industry, including regulatory changes, market conditions, and financing options.
• Internal Cost Savings: Analyze current legal matters to identify opportunities for cost savings through internal legal work.
• Deal Collaboration: Collaborate with current legal counsel on contracted deals to familiarize with Worcester Investments procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school is required.
• Active membership in the Missouri and Kansas Bar, or eligibility to waive in.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of legal experience in commercial real estate transactions.
• Extensive experience drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements.
• Proven experience managing outside counsel on various legal matters.
• Litigation experience is a plus, but not essential.
• Excellent legal writing and drafting skills.
• Strong strategic leadership skills.
• Demonstrated experience in:
• Corporate transactions
• Corporate governance
• Banking and loan agreements
• Commercial contracts
• Legal/regulatory compliance

ATTENDANCE/TRAVEL:

• Position requires ability to work hours as needed to meet the needs and requirements of the job.
• Travel required as needed to fulfill requirements of the position and to attend company events and training courses.
• Must have valid driver's license and ability to rent a car.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal