Location
Atlanta - 1180 Peachtree St. NE, Suite 1575Our Company
BGRE is a premier, global real estate partner to the world’s most ambitious businesses. It operates and develops the real estate they rely on to grow with conviction across markets and sectors. The company combines global scale with deep local expertise, managing more than 260 MSF of office, logistics, hospitality, retail and living space in gateway markets around the world on behalf of Brookfield. Supported by thousands of employees worldwide, BGRE is committed to building strong partnerships, operating sustainably and creating places where people can work, live, connect and thrive. For more information, visit bgre.com.
Job Description
Logistics moves the world. BGRE Keeps it moving – on-the-ground teams across continents, with the proven operating expertise and responsiveness needed to take businesses wherever their growth leads.
We are seeking an Associate, Counsel to join BGRE in Atlanta, GA. In this role, you will play a key role in inspiring change and continual improvement. If you are committed to excellence and ready to contribute to a dynamic culture, we would love to meet you.
The Associate, Counsel will be a member of the Brookfield Properties U.S. Logistics legal team and will support the team’s General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel and Vice President, Counsel. In collaboration with other members of the legal team, the Associate Counsel will provide support for and assistance with portfolio and corporation operations.
Leasing and Portfolio Operations
Supervise outside leasing counsel and provide guidance to asset management teams in navigating issues relating to leasing and tenancy of industrial portfolio
Assist in monitoring leasing and operational issues, including disputes or litigation, within U.S. Logistics portfolio, in coordination with asset management and property management teams
Assist in the financing and refinancing of industrial properties within the U.S. Logistics portfolio
Development
Assist in all phases of development projects, including the negotiation of NDAs, land purchase agreements, due diligence, entitlements, negotiation and administration of design and construction agreements, easements, REAs, license and/or access agreements.
Negotiate agreements with design consultants and contractors, advise development team members in connection with negotiations and disputes relating to such agreements, and propose and implement updates to construction and design contract forms (such as AIA 201, AIA 101, AIA 102)
Monitor due diligence activities and prepare due diligence memoranda in connection with acquisition of land sites for development
Coordinate closings and other portfolio-facing activities for industrial projects under development to be acquired under forward contracts; track PSA deadlines and obligations for development acquisitions
Construction Financing
Assist Vice President, Counsel and Capital Markets team to facilitate the negotiation and closing of debt financing for ground up development projects, including forward acquisitions
Coordinate compliance with loan documents, communication with lenders and monitoring of post-closing covenant performance with applicable team
Corporate Secretarial & Team Operations
Assist in the management of the team’s compliance program, including anti-bribery and corruption, anti-money laundering, responsible contractor principles, risk management, including participation in any required risk reporting
Assist members of the legal and development teams in the design, modification and implementation of the team’s procurement, contracting and vendor management policies
Coordinate with legal and regulatory teams from across Brookfield to ensure coherence with Brookfield protocols
Assist in the review and drafting of various contracts and agreements related to the operation of the U.S. Logistics team, such as field office leases, non-disclosure agreements and vendor agreements
Graduate of ABA Accredited Law School, with strong academic credentials
Minimum of three years of relevant work experience at a law firm, REIT or other major commercial real estate owner
Broad understanding of legal issues relating to institutional investment in real estate, including development, construction contracting, portfolio management and financing
Pragmatic, business-oriented lawyer with a strong understanding of investment and real estate fundamentals
Collegial and collaborative teammate, with a client-service approach to legal work
Meticulous attention to detail, and exceptional organizational and project management skills
Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills
Strong ability to work well under pressure, handle multiple tasks, function independently with minimal supervision and to prioritize workload
High level of ethics and integrity, including attentiveness to issues of confidentiality and data privacy
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, and ability to become quickly familiar with new or specialized applications or software and AI tools
Willing to travel occasionally, including to other U.S. Logistics offices in Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles and New Jersey and to Brookfield corporate offices in New York and Toronto
At BGRE, your career progression is important to us. As a successful employee, you will have the opportunity to grow within your team, department, and across the Brookfield organization. Our leadership teams are dedicated to the accomplishments of their employees. We also invest time into training and developing our people.
End your job search and find your career today, at BGRE.
We imagine, create, and operate on a foundation of values to build a better world, together. BGRE strives to create spaces where going to work never feels routine. As a BGRE employee, you will enjoy many benefits such as 401K matching, tuition reimbursement, summer Fridays, paid maternity leave and more. There is also a generous employee referral program because we want our existing team members to help us build a more diverse workplace through their networks.
Compensation & Benefits:
Salary Type: Exempt
Pay Frequency: Bi-weekly
Medical & Pharmacy Coverage: Yes, under Brookfield Medical Plan
Dental Coverage: Yes, under Brookfield Medical Plan
Vision Coverage: Yes, under Brookfield Medical Plan
Retirement: 401(k)
Insurance: Employer-paid life & short/long term disability
We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.#BPUS
Skills Required
- Graduate of an ABA-accredited law school
- Strong academic credentials
- At least three years of relevant experience at a law firm, REIT, or major commercial real estate owner
- Understanding of legal issues involving institutional real estate investment, development, construction contracting, portfolio management, and financing
- Business-oriented approach and understanding of investment and real estate fundamentals
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Strong organization, prioritization, multitasking, and project management skills
- Ability to work independently under pressure with minimal supervision
- High ethics and integrity, including confidentiality and data privacy awareness
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Ability to learn specialized applications and AI tools quickly
- Willingness to travel occasionally to U.S. Logistics and Brookfield offices
Brookfield Properties Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Brookfield Properties and has not been reviewed or approved by Brookfield Properties.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is positioned as robust, with multiple plan options and access to specialty support tools such as virtual care and mental health resources. The benefits lineup is framed as comprehensive for a large employer, spanning medical, dental, and vision plus navigation programs.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with a company match is consistently presented as a core component of the total rewards package. Administration through a major provider and references to active plan information reinforce that retirement benefits are established and maintained.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off offerings are repeatedly described as a meaningful part of the package, including PTO and leave programs. Paid parental leave and related time-off elements are frequently highlighted as a draw, even as details can vary by group and location.
Brookfield Properties Insights
What We Do
Brookfield Properties develops and operates real estate investments on behalf of Brookfield Asset Management — one of the largest alternative asset managers in the world. From office to retail, logistics to multifamily, and hospitality to development, we work across sectors to bring high-quality, sustainable real estate to life around the globe every day.
