Chief Legal Officer - Prominent Private Real Estate Investor

Company Overview: A leading private real estate lender and investor is seeking an experienced attorney to join their team as the first legal hire of the company!

Position Overview: Our client is seeking a skilled Chief Legal Officer with 10+ years of experience in commercial real estate transactions and litigation to provide expert legal counsel to their organization. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing legal matters related to our lending and investment activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and mitigating legal risks.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide strategic legal advice and guidance to senior management on a wide range of legal issues affecting the company's operations.

Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial real estate transactions, including loan agreements, purchase and sale agreements, and leasing agreements.

Manage and oversee litigation matters with outside counsel related to real estate transactions, including disputes with borrowers, investors, and other parties.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including the executive team, risk management, and compliance departments, to develop and implement effective legal strategies.

Stay abreast of relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends impacting the real estate lending and investment sector.

Build and maintain strong relationships with external legal counsel, regulatory agencies, and industry associations.

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

10+ years of experience practicing law, with a focus on commercial real estate transactions and litigation.

Proven track record of successfully managing complex legal matters and providing strategic counsel to senior executives.

Strong understanding of real estate finance, lending practices, and regulatory requirements.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and work effectively under pressure.

This is a competitive & urgent matter so don’t hesitate to apply in if interested!