Corporate Counsel

Overview

Legal advisor providing strategic counsel across lending, investment sales, HR, IT, and finance.

Key Responsibilities

• contract review
• risk mitigation
• legal compliance
• policy drafting
• external counsel
• finance support

Tasks

-Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in real estate lending, brokerage and licensing, employment, intellectual property and other relevant laws and industry practices that could impact the company’s business. -Provide support to the company’s Finance department with respect to lines of credit extended to the company, commercial paper and other capital/liquidity sources. -Provide training and guidance to other departments on legal standards and best practices related to real estate lending, brokerage and licensing, employment, intellectual property and other relevant laws and industry practices. -Review and negotiate company vendor and technology contracts, confidentiality agreements, mortgage financing applications and engagement letters, investment sales listing agreements, and help resolve related issues, such as fee disputes and contracts compliance matters. -Identify and mitigate legal and business risks associated with strategic initiatives, providing guidance on potential disputes and resolutions. -Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, ensuing alignment with company policies and industry standards, including real estate mortgage origination and servicing and investment sales brokerage requirements, as well as managing the maintenance of the company’s corporate records and filings. -Provide legal guidance and support to Berkadia’s HR teams for onboarding and offboarding, employee relations and performance matters, incentive programs, and training and development programs. -Serve as a trusted advisor to senior management and other colleagues within the organization, proactively engaging in business issues and risk assessment. -Provide strategic legal advice and innovative solutions to support Berkadia’s lending, investment sales and servicing businesses, as well as various corporate support functions (including HR, IT, Transformation and Finance). Proactively problem-solve and address emerging issues in real time so the business can meet its objectives and minimize risk and friction. -Collaborate with internal teams to develop and implement strategies that enhance operational efficiency and legal compliance. -Manage relationships with external counsel and other stakeholders to ensure effective legal representation and advice and cost/expense management. -Draft, review, and approve policies, procedure, and legal documents related to lending, investment sales, servicing, HR, IT, Transformation and Finance.

Requirements

• licensure
• jd
• master's
• 5+ years
• negotiation
• analytical

What You Bring

-Deep understanding of federal, state, and local regulations and compliance requirements related generally to typical corporate counsel issues and specifically to real estate finance and brokerage. -Actively licensed in good standing to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. -Master's degree or equivalent -5+ years of experience in a similar position -Excellent negotiation and communication skills, capable of effectively managing relationships with various stakeholders and resolving complex legal and business issues. -Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify legal risks and develop strategic solutions that most effectively facilitate the company’s business operations and objectives. -Juris Doctorate Degree

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Benefits

-Fertility and family planning services -Employee Resource Groups that help you grow with us -We'll help you fund your learning journey with generous tuition reimbursement -Pet insurance discounts -Mental health care, including free counseling sessions: -Up to 12-weeks of fully paid parental leave -Monthly paid volunteer hours and donation matching to benefit our communities

About Berkadia

-Specializing in real estate investment sales, mortgage banking, and advisory services, they have established a strong presence across the U.S. -Berkadia's integrated platform brings together experts in finance, operations, and real estate management to deliver results for clients. -Notable for their work in multifamily and commercial properties, Berkadia is known for its strategic insights and deep market knowledge. -The company has worked on some of the largest real estate transactions and property portfolios in the country. -Berkadia's global reach is reflected in their ability to cater to both national and international clients with complex real estate needs. -A hallmark of their success is their innovative approach to real estate finance, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and data analytics. -From major urban developments to specialized commercial projects, Berkadia's work spans across a diverse range of sectors.

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