Choice Properties (TSX:CHP.UN), Canada’s preeminent REIT, is the owner, manager and developer of a high-quality portfolio of real estate comprised of 64 million square feet of gross leasable area. Choice Properties owns a portfolio of retail and office properties in attractive markets across Canada and an unmatched development pipeline. Its strategy is to create value through the ownership, operation, and development of prime commercial and residential properties. Its strategic alliance with its principal tenants, Loblaw Companies Limited, Canada’s leading retailer, and Shoppers Drug Mart, is a key competitive advantage providing long-term growth opportunities.
Choice Properties’ portfolio of properties is internally managed, operated and led by an experienced management team with a strong understanding of the Canadian real estate sector. It is currently seeking a Commercial Leasing Lawyer to join its legal team, reporting directly to the Senior Director, Head of Legal Leasing. Your responsibilities will include the drafting and negotiation of commercial leases and providing general support to the business on leasing matters. Liaising between different business groups and departments within Choice Properties, you will need to employ a dynamic work ethic. This position is conveniently located along the subway line in the Weston Centre at Yonge and St Clair, with a hybrid work arrangement.
The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of leasing, real estate or corporate / commercial experience gained from a law firm or in-house with a real estate company. If you have commercial contracting experience with an interest in the real estate industry, training will be provided. In order to succeed in this role, you will need to have exceptional communication skills, be organized, detail-oriented and possess the skillsets to multi-task, prioritize and take initiative. In addition, the ability to work independently and move matters forward will also be required.
This is an exciting time to join the team with lots of opportunities and room for growth. We can offer a supportive and high energy environment with a broad range of high-quality work. If you are interested in applying to this opportunity, please send your cv and cover letter to Lorene Nagata or Lesa Ong at NagataConnex Executive Legal Search.
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