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We bring to life see a Brighter Way in all that we do by seeking better, smarter, more innovative ways of working. We approach our work in a warmer, more optimistic, and inclusive way.
What this opportunity involves:
We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled Legal Support to join our team on an account with a well-esteemed organisation.
As a Legal Support, you will play a critical role in supporting lease negotiations and cost reduction initiatives across our Client’s property portfolio nationally. Your primary responsibility will be to coordinate the management of lease option and termination processes, as well as negotiation and execution of lease documents.
This role is based in either Melbourne or Sydney CBD with hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
An overview of the role:
- Collaborate with the Legal Lead and Transaction Management teams to manage lease option, termination, caveator, and non-standard consent processes.
- Review lease and property documents to determine exercise of option, termination, consent, and notice requirements.
- Prepare lease option notices, termination notices, caveator consent, and non-standard consent letters.
- Facilitate execution of documentation by the client.
- Monitor and ensure adherence to critical process dates.
- Instruct and liaise with external solicitors and surveyors to prepare necessary legal documentation and survey plans.
- Liaise with internal team members, lease administrators, and utility service managers to facilitate consent process requirements and ensure timely deactivation of utilities.
- Ensure compliance with client process workflows and escalate any risks to the Legal Lead and client.
- Maintain accurate tracking tools, files, and assist with monthly reporting.
Sound like the job you are looking for? Before you apply it’s also worth knowing what we are looking for:
- Legal or property qualifications and/or experience within a law firm, real estate, or 'landlord/tenant' organization.
- Demonstrated understanding and ability to interpret leases, contracts, and property related documents.
- Experience within the telecommunication industry and/or a high-volume real estate portfolio preferred.
- Strong leadership skills and ability to act as a role model for the team.
- Excellent planning and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work and meet tight deadlines.
- Proactive problem-solving and strategizing abilities.
- Ability to work independently and use initiative.
- Familiarity with technology solutions and automation for transaction management will be an added advantage
What you can expect from us:
- Great employee discounts off fitness & other renowned bands
- Active Social Club
- Well-being program
- Paid time off for volunteer work
- Career Opportunities with Australia's #1 Commercial Real Estate firm
- Premium offices
- Hybrid / flexible working
As an organisation, we don’t just accept that we are a place of many different people, but we embrace it, we celebrate it, and we proactively support the needs that difference brings. JLL is committed to equal opportunity and building an inclusive workplace. This is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World’s Most Ethical Companies. We support applications from all underrepresented groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBT+, people with disability and people of all age, religions and race. We are dedicated to offering veterans from all ranks and services a successful civilian career as they transition out of the military. We recognise and appreciate the skills acquired in their service careers as vital and transferable to our workforce.
Apply today, quoting job reference number JPREQ366952
