Legal Administrator Job at Summit Properties USA, New York, NY

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  • Summit Properties USA
  • New York, NY

Job Description

The Legal Administrator will support our Legal Department at Summit Properties USA with a broad range of responsibilities, including lease and contract administration, due diligence, corporate governance, litigation support, and regulatory compliance.

This role is fully on-site at our Manhattan office, Monday through Friday (no remote or hybrid option).

This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with our in-house counsel and executives at a dynamic, fast-paced commercial real estate firm.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Draft, review, and manage leases, amendments, and related legal documents.
  • Abstract and analyze key lease terms such as rent structures, co-tenancy, and exclusive use clauses.
  • Maintain legal and lease tracking systems and monitor critical dates and deadlines.
  • Verify and track rent escalations, CAM charges, tax obligations, and other lease-related expenses.
  • Manage and prepare tenant defaults and support enforcement actions.
  • Assist with corporate legal functions including entity formation, annual filings, and governance documentation.
  • Coordinate with outside counsel on ongoing litigation
  • Provide legal support to internal teams on lease terms and compliance.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience strongly preferred.
  • 2+ years of relevant legal experience, preferably in commercial real estate or with a real estate law firm.
  • Strong understanding of commercial leasing, real estate transactions, and contract management.
  • High level of attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with property management platforms (e.g., Yardi) a plus.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Disclaimer

This job description is not all-inclusive. Other duties and responsibilities may be required.

Summit Properties USA is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" and we do not discriminate against applicants based on factors like race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic, ensuring all employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications alone.

Job Tags

Contract work, Work at office, Monday to Friday,

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