Director, Counsel - Real Estate Leases

LOCATION 1830 Route 130 North Burlington NJ US 08016
Overview

Bring your experience to our growing Fortune 500 retail company and certified Great Place to Work! Burlington Stores is a nationally recognized retailer of high quality, branded merchandise at everyday low prices, with over 1000 stores in 45 states and Puerto Rico and we are in search of a Director, Counsel - Real Estate. As an off-price retailer we generate more than $9B in sales through our nationwide network of stores.

As the Director, Counsel - Real Estate , you will represent Burlington Stores in the acquisition, disposition and leasing of real estate and be familiar with anchor and/or junior anchor tenant leasing as well as the negotiation of all collateral documents such as guaranty, recognition and non-disturbance agreements and estoppels.
A Day in the Life

• Negotiate and document all aspects of shopping center leases, inclusive of examination and resolution of title and environmental issues, deed, easement and restrictive covenant issues, and mortgage and title issues.

• Draft anchor and junior anchor leases, subleases, waivers, restrictions, and collateral documents such as guaranty, recognition and non-disturbance agreements and estoppels.

• Manage internal and external deal processes and drive continuous improvements and scalability in deal processes and execution.

• Plan and coordinate due diligence reviews. Advise Sr. Management on legal risks and recommend practical plans for managing those risks.

• Liaise with other attorneys, outside counsel, government and municipal officials and internal departments.

You Come With

• JD from ABA accredited law school

• 5+ years of experiencein negotiating and documenting shopping center leases. Emphasis on anchor and junior anchor retail leasing and familiarity with a variety of other types of real estate transactions.

• Experience in a large law firm or corporate setting for a major retailer or shopping center REIT preferred.

• Experience with MS Office Suite

• Licenses/Certification/Registration: Member of a State Bar and ability to obtain New Jersey in-house certification if not admitted in New Jersey.
  Come join our team. You're going to like it here!
  You will enjoy a competitive wage, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington's benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.
  We are a rapidly growing brand and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.

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Posting Number 2024-219950
Location US-NJ-Burlington
Address 1830 Route 130 North
Zip Code 08016
Workplace Type Hybrid
Position Type Regular Full-Time
Career Site Category Corporate
Position Category Real Estate/Store Development
Evergreen Yes
Min USD $150,000.00/Annual
Mid USD $190,000.00/Annual