Job Description

Job Title: Senior Commercial Real Estate Counsel

Overview:

Gpac (growing people and companies) has partnered with a respected company searching for an accomplished Lawyer with experience in Commercial Real Estate to play a leadership role in providing legal advice and assistance related to the commercial real estate (including buying, selling, financing, developing, leasing, and managing of multi-unit residential, industrial, and retail properties. This position also ensures the efficient delivery of legal services as they pertain to core real estate business and will be effective at exercising seasoned judgement. The chosen candidate will support the shared goal of creating meaningful value and an exceptional experience for customers, company associates, and served communities.

Experience and skills:

• Minimum 10 years of experience drafting, negotiating, reviewing and providing advice on commercial lease documents; title and off-title searching; planning, land division and other legal development matters; title insurance; land registration systems; survey reviews and ownership structures.
• A broad understanding of legal and business concepts relevant to the practice of commercial real estate law
• Candidate will have the ability to oversee litigation when it arises and have experience advise departments on legal norms, restrictions and policies.
• Experience using Teraview
• Possess the ability to interpret and apply statutes and case law
• Member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario or equivalent and licensed to practice law in Canada with a willingness to become licensed in Ontario

You know you fit if:

• A Juris Doctor degree and licensed to practice in a Canadian province or territory
• You possess analytical skills and ability to find creative solutions
• You would enjoy working for a growing company that supports environmental stewardship and social responsibilities
• You're focused and goal driven; detail oriented
• No task is too big or too small
• You like to operate under pressure and meeting a tight deadline
• You stay organized and enjoy managing your time effectively
• You want to work for a company that supports work-life balance and wants you to live a fulfilled life

Compensation DOE and qualifications

If you're thinking of making a change and want to learn more, reach out to me at jesse.patrick@gogpac.com