Operations and Leasing Paralegal

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Bridge33 Capital is a rapidly growing, vertically integrated real estate private equity firm focused on open-air retail real estate.  The Company recently raised $458MM in its latest opportunistic fund, marking a key milestone for the company.

We are seeking an OPERATIONS AND LEASING PARALEGAL to join our dynamic legal team. This position is responsible for providing legal counsel and support to the company’s real estate leasing operations, while also assisting in supporting various business units including Property Management, Tenant Coordination, Construction, and Asset Management. An integral aspect of this role includes drafting, negotiating, and interpreting various real estate documents, providing legal support for real estate related disputes and litigation, and managing legal processes that align with the company's core business functions and goals.  This is a remote role, preferably based in Chicago or Seattle. Come make your mark as an integral part of Bridge33 Capital! 

MISSION

We build relationships and create value where others don’t.

KEY PRINCIPLES

We’re Better Together | We’re Here to Serve | We crush our egos, and we have empathy for teammates | We stay positive | We embrace accountability, and we champion results.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Prepare initial drafts and redline various lease documents, including leases and amendments with oversight from in-house counsel.
• Review and analyze landlord comments to various lease documents with oversight from in-house counsel; assist in preparation and review of responsive drafts.
• Prepare licenses (parking licenses, storage container licenses, etc.) and other short-term agreements with oversight from in-house counsel.
• Review and assist with estoppel requests and commencement date agreements.
• Support in-house counsel, asset management, and property management to negotiate resolution of landlord/tenant claims.
• Communicate effectively with lawyers, tenants, property managers and company employees.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

•  5+ years of experience in a paralegal role, or similarly positioned role, majority of time focused on real estate leasing transactions. Experience with retail leasing preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree – Paralegal certification not required but preferred.
• A general understanding of commercial real estate concepts, including acquisitions, financings, dispositions, and leasing.
• Knowledgeable about title insurance, surveys, insurance requirements, and standard closing processes are a plus.
• Strong Microsoft Word skills, including redlining documents, excellent typing skills, and familiarity with Google productivity tools.
• Self-motivated with high integrity and ethical standards, as well as strong attention to detail.
• Confident in one’s speaking ability as it relates to lease negotiations as well as internal business communication – we do not hide behind email!
• Excellent written and verbal interpersonal skills, as well as a desire to learn and improve.
• A suitable candidate for this position should have the ability to be self-motivated, in order to complete multiple leasing transactions under strict deadlines.
• Licensed Notary Public or willing to get license within 6 months of hire.

Benefits

WHAT WE OFFER

• Fast paced and dynamic work environment, including frequent interaction with the senior management team.
• Flexible time off policy
• Company sponsored medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Company paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401k plan with Company match
• 11 paid holidays

Bridge33 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  Bridge33 is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.  To request reasonable accommodation, please contact our Human Resources department at [email protected].