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Real Estate Counsel

New York, New York Permanent $250,000 - $280,000 per year View Job Description
The Real Estate Counsel will handle a wide range of real estate transactions for a well-known real estate firm.
  • Hybrid role in Greenwich, CT
  • Transaction focused role for growing real estate investment firm.

About Our Client

Real estate investment and property management firm.

Job Description

  • Serve as a strategic legal partner to senior leadership and key stakeholders across a diverse portfolio of LIHTC and affordable housing initiatives
  • Drive complex affordable housing transactions nationwide, providing end‑to‑end legal oversight from initial structuring through execution and closing
  • Take primary responsibility for negotiating and drafting a broad range of transaction documents, including partnership and operating agreements, guaranties, financing arrangements, purchase rights, leases, and related agreements
  • Conduct and manage legal due diligence reviews, advising on matters such as title, survey, zoning, condominium regimes, and environmental considerations
  • Counsel the business on ongoing corporate and asset management matters, including restructurings, amendments, and modifications to existing LIHTC investments
  • Support special initiatives and address ad hoc legal matters as business needs evolve



The Successful Applicant

  • A Juris Doctor (JD) degree and admission to NY or CT Bar.
  • 4+ years as a practicing attorney, handling large-scale affordable housing/LIHTC deals.
  • Strong knowledge of real estate law and regulations, including contracts, leases, and property law.
  • Exceptional negotiation and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive annual salary ranging from $250,000 to $275,000 USD.
  • Bonus.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
Contact
Jennifer Pettigrew
Quote job ref
JN-042026-6991749

Job summary

Function
Legal
Subsector
Legal Subsector
Industry
Property & Construction
Location
New York
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jennifer Pettigrew
Job reference
JN-042026-6991749
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