Vice President and Counsel - Commercial Leasing

Vice President and Counsel - Commercial Leasing
For experienced attorneys in commercial real estate

A well-respected real estate development and property management organization is seeking a seasoned attorney to serve as Vice President and Counsel - Commercial Leasing. This senior-level role is ideal for an attorney with a minimum of seven (7) years of experience in advising on complex commercial leasing matters.

The Vice President and Counsel - Commercial Leasing will play a critical leadership role in negotiating, structuring, and overseeing lease transactions across a dynamic and growing portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Working closely with executive leadership, including the Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel, this role will:

• Negotiate renewals of existing leases under the direction of the COO
• Prepare and revise leases and related documentation and agreements
• Review and respond to attorney comments on new leases and negotiate acceptable business and legal terms
• Coordinate Landlord’s Work and tenant build-out requirements with Property Managers and the Architectural Department
• Consult with General Counsel on significant lease transactions and issues affecting financing and sales
• Review assignments, sublease documentation, and prepare landlord consents
• Assist with due diligence in connection with property acquisitions
• Advise the commercial department on lease interpretation, operational questions, and risk considerations
• Draft correspondence, formal notices, and related communications
• Maintain and update real estate records and documentation systems

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in commercial real estate
• Substantial experience negotiating and drafting retail, office, and/or mixed-use leases
• Strong working knowledge of lease interpretation, landlord-tenant law, and transaction documentation
• Experience collaborating with internal stakeholders including operations, property management, finance, and development teams
• Exceptional negotiation, analytical, and written communication skills
• Juris Doctor required

The Opportunity

This is a unique opportunity to join a highly regarded real estate development and management organization with a strong reputation for excellence and long-term portfolio growth. The successful candidate will serve in a visible leadership capacity, contributing strategically to leasing initiatives, asset performance, and acquisition efforts.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter detailing relevant commercial leasing experience.

Confidential inquiries are welcome.

Hiring Specifications:

• Minimum seven years of related work experience, preferably in a commercial real estate or property management environment.

• Admitted to New York bar.

• JD degree from nationally recognized law school.

• Strong computer skills (Word; Excel; PowerPoint; etc.).

• Excellent general administrative and general management capabilities.

• Well-honed communications and tenant relations/customer service skills.

• Highly developed organizational and prioritization skills.

• Ability to function effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-oriented work environment.