General Counsel/Real Estate

Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced In-House General Counsel – Real Estate to serve as a strategic business partner overseeing all legal matters related to real estate transactions, land use, and development. This role is deeply integrated with executive leadership and operational teams, providing practical, business-focused legal guidance that supports growth, risk management, and long-term organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary legal advisor for all real estate matters, partnering closely with executive leadership, development, finance, and operations teams.
• Lead legal strategy for acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and development projects from planning through execution.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial real estate agreements, development contracts, joint ventures, and related transactional documents.
• Oversee legal due diligence, including title, zoning, environmental, regulatory, and compliance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with environmental laws, land use regulations, and applicable federal, state, and tribal laws.
• Manage outside counsel efficiently, including budgeting, strategy alignment, and performance oversight.
• Oversee real estate–related litigation and disputes, setting strategy while coordinating with external counsel.
• Advise on financing matters related to real estate investments and organizational offerings.
• Support estate planning matters related to organizational assets and succession planning.
• Provide professional advice and guidance on HR policies, procedures, and practices to mitigate risk, promote fair and consistent decision-making, and help prevent employment-related legal action.
• Establish and maintain internal policies, contract templates, and compliance procedures.

Requirements

Active member in good standing of The Florida Bar

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Significant in-house or senior transactional experience in real estate, development, or corporate law.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance legal risk and commercial objectives.
• Experience collaborating across departments and advising non-legal stakeholders.
• Proficiency with LexisNexis, Westlaw, and other legal research tools.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Prior experience working with or advising landlord with healthcare properties a plus.

Why In-House Candidates Thrive Here

• Direct influence on strategic decision-making.
• Broad ownership of legal matters rather than narrow specialization.
• Opportunity to build scalable legal frameworks and long-term partnerships across the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $450,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person