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Property Legal Counsel UK Asset Management London

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Mileway

8d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Legal
    Real Estate & Property
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must have a law degree, 10+ years in real estate, team leadership experience, MS Office proficiency, strong organizational skills, and fluency in English.
  • You will manage legal queries, draft and negotiate lease agreements, advise on litigation, support acquisitions and disposals, and maintain legal reports while overseeing team training.

Requirements

  • A university law degree.
  • At least ten years of experience working in-house or at a law firm on real estate matters.
  • Experience in leading a team and training juniors.
  • You’re a proactive, hands-on person. You’re committed to continuous learning and improving your knowledge and skillset.
  • Total proficiency with MS Office standard applications.
  • Ability to work independently as well as demonstrate team spirit.
  • Able to take direction and ask questions.
  • Strong organizational skills and eye for detail.
  • Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the team and the broader Mileway teams with legal queries as part of the day-to-day business
  • Manage a team and provide training on real estate transaction documents
  • Work on lease agreements, amendment agreements, settlement agreements and further ancillary leasing documents (including templates).
  • Participate in legal negotiations with tenants on lease documentation and liaising with external law firms on leasing matters.
  • Advise the Mileway team and liaise with external law firms on litigation matters.
  • Assist the Mileway team on certain legal aspects of disposals and acquisitions (such as the review of NDAs, LOIs, assistance with the preparation of the VDR and Q&A).
  • Manage Mileway’s exposure with local public authorities.
  • Maintain and update Mileway’s legal reporting (such as the litigation tracker and other trackers requiring legal input).

FAQs

What is the main role of the Property Legal Counsel at Mileway?

The Property Legal Counsel will assist the team with legal queries, manage a team, work on various real estate transaction documents, participate in lease negotiations, advise on litigation matters, and support legal aspects of disposals and acquisitions.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must have a university law degree and at least ten years of experience working in-house or at a law firm on real estate matters.

Is team leadership experience necessary for this role?

Yes, experience in leading a team and training juniors is required.

What software skills are needed for the Property Legal Counsel role?

Total proficiency with MS Office standard applications is necessary.

How many days a week must employees work in the office?

Employees are required to work from the office three days a week.

What is the company culture like at Mileway?

The company culture is fast-paced and highly international, with a team bringing diverse perspectives and a "can-do" attitude.

Will I have opportunities for professional development?

Yes, Mileway offers an in-house learning and development program to support personal, professional, and business development.

Is knowledge of legal matters beyond real estate necessary for this position?

While the primary focus is on real estate matters, the role also involves advising on litigation and managing legal exposure with public authorities, so broader legal knowledge can be beneficial.

What languages are required for this position?

Fluency in English is required for this role.

What values does Mileway prioritize?

Mileway prioritizes the values of Drive, Trust, Grow, and Together in their operations.

Logistics real estate urbanised

Real Estate
Industry
201-500
Employees
2019
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Mileway is the largest owner of last mile logistics real estate assets in Europe. It has a pan-European footprint, with over 1,600 assets across 10 major European countries. Mileway’s largest markets include the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden and France, and it has a significant presence in Denmark, Italy, Spain, Finland and Ireland. Mileway has a dedicated team of over 360 employees across 26 offices.