Hybrid Commercial Real Estate Transactions Counsel

at Bridge33 Capital

• Job title: Commercial Real Estate Transactions Counsel
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Chicago, United States

About the role

• Commercial Real Estate Transactions Counsel at Bridge33 Capital managing full lifecycle of real estate transactions. High-impact role in legal and transactions teams with hybrid work arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and revising various transaction-related documents, including purchase agreements, leases, closing statements, deeds, and other contracts.
• Prepare and organize closing binders and ensure all necessary documents are executed and properly filed.
• Coordinate and perform due diligence tasks, including title and survey review, obtaining and analyzing zoning reports, environmental reports, and other critical documents.
• Assist in the preparation and review of due diligence checklists and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Act as the point of contact between the legal team, clients, and third-party vendors (e.g., title companies, lenders, and opposing counsel).
• Organize and manage the closing process, including coordinating schedules, preparing closing documents, and managing the transfer of funds.
• Review closing documents for accuracy and completeness before execution.
• Manage post-closing tasks, such as ensuring all necessary recordings are completed, tracking post-closing obligations, and maintaining transaction files.
• Assist in the resolution of any post-closing issues that may arise.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date electronic and physical files for all transactions.
• Ensure proper document retention and compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Liaise with internal teams, external counsel, clients, and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth transaction processes.
• Provide regular updates to the legal team and other relevant parties on the status of transactions, and ensure proper document retention and compliance with company policies and legal requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2-3 years legal experience in a law firm, with a focus on commercial real estate transactions.
• Strong proficiency with technology for managing real estate transactions, for creating complex documents and spreadsheets; and an aptitude for adapting to new technology and software as required by the role.
• Proven ability to simultaneously manage multiple complex projects while consistently meeting critical deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to build effective working relationships across all organizational levels through professional competence and integrity.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain composure under pressure, handle sensitive confidential information with discretion and deliver exceptional client service in a professional and calm manner.
• Ability to work effectively independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards of performance.
• Possess skills, abilities and traits that align with the company’s Key Principles

Benefits

• Fast paced and dynamic work environment, including frequent interaction with the senior management team.
• Generous 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