General Counsel

SUMMARY: The General Counsel will serve as the primary legal advisor for all corporate transactions, acquisitions, and investments within Worcester Investments' portfolio. This role demands a proactive, results-oriented individual with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to operate autonomously. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of commercial real estate law and a proven track record of successfully managing complex transactions.RESPONSIBILITIES:Legal Counsel: Provide comprehensive legal advice and support to senior management and other departments, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.Due Diligence: Conduct thorough due diligence for potential acquisitions, dispositions, and financings of multi-family properties.Transaction Management: Review and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, loan documents, private placement memorandums, and other contracts related to real estate transactions.Financing: Assist in securing financing for properties, including negotiating loan terms and reviewing loan pliance: Ensure the company's adherence to all relevant laws and regulations, including those pertaining to real estate, zoning, and environmental issues.Risk Management: Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with real estate transactions, implementing policies and procedures to minimize legal liability.Litigation Management: Manage all legal disputes and litigation involving real estate properties, coordinating with outside counsel and overseeing legal dustry Expertise: Stay abreast of trends and developments in the multi-family real estate industry, including regulatory changes, market conditions, and financing ternal Cost Savings: Analyze current legal matters to identify opportunities for cost savings through internal legal work.Deal Collaboration: Collaborate with current legal counsel on contracted deals to familiarize with Worcester Investments procedures.QUALIFICATIONS:Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school is required.Active membership in the Missouri and Kansas Bar, or eligibility to waive in.Minimum of 5-10 years of legal experience in commercial real estate transactions.Extensive experience drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements.Proven experience managing outside counsel on various legal matters.Litigation experience is a plus, but not essential.Excellent legal writing and drafting skills.Strong strategic leadership skills.Demonstrated experience in:Corporate transactionsCorporate governanceBanking and loan agreementsCommercial contractsLegal/regulatory complianceATTENDANCE/TRAVEL:Position requires ability to work hours as needed to meet the needs and requirements of the job.Travel required as needed to fulfill requirements of the position and to attend company events and training courses.Must have valid driver's license and ability to rent a car.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionLegal #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17