About the Role As Senior Legal Counsel – Real Estate, you will play a key role in managing a diverse portfolio of real estate legal matters. This includes retail leasing, acquisitions, portfolio management, and development projects. You will be part of a highly skilled team of legal professionals who bring deep expertise across real estate, construction design/engineering, energy, and development projects. This is an existing role that offers significant opportunities for growth as the company continues to expand its footprint across Canada. Key Responsibilities Leasing: Handle retail leasing matters (essential) and industrial leasing (optional). Portfolio Management: Oversee legal aspects of retail stores, supply chain facilities, and distribution centers. Acquisitions & Development: Support the purchase of new locations and planning for development projects. Documentation: Draft and negotiate contracts with precision and attention to detail. Construction Matters: Experience in construction-related legal issues is a plus but not mandatory. Ideal Candidate Profile Must-Have Skills & Experience: 7+ years of experience working at a reputable law firm or large company with strong foundational training. Strong background in retail leasing (minimum requirement). Solid technical competence in real estate law with the ability to work independently Expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, and portfolio management. Nice-to-Have Skills & Experience: Industrial leasing experience (optional). Exposure to construction-related legal matters is beneficial but not required. Experience working on mixed-use projects with landlords or retailers. What We’re Looking For We are seeking someone who is technically sharp, detail-oriented, and capable of handling complex real estate matters independently. The ideal candidate will have strong foundational training and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where precision is critical.
