What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Counsel (Real Property/Data Centers) position at Goodman?
The Associate Counsel will provide legal support to internal stakeholders in relation to all day-to-day contracts and legal matters with a specific focus on Data Center joint venture agreements, real property purchase and sale agreements, leases, work letters, development agreements and other documentation with cities, broker listing agreements, and other contractual arrangements relating to real property matters.
Key Responsibilities:
- Detailed review of legal documents in order to instruct, liaise with and supervise external attorneys in the drafting, negotiation and finalization of joint venture agreements and real property legal documents.
- Must have substantial experience in joint venture agreements, purchase agreements and leases
- Knowledge of construction contracts would be an advantage
- Provide timely and accurate advice regarding the legal obligations of Goodman, its managed Funds and all associated entities
- Assist in the preparation of legal reports, investment committee and board papers
- Take ownership of transactions, be responsible for the contents of all legal documents and ensure all required team members provide required information in a timely manner required for the effective execution of transactions
- Coordinate and ensure consistency between work letters, leases and construction contracts
- Keep abreast of legislative developments as they relate to the relevant legal framework
- Interface with Company’s document Management system
Competencies
- Extensive transactional experience and detailed joint venture agreements and property legal experience
- Knowledge of joint venture agreements, work letters, Data Center leases, SLAs and power agreements
- Mature interpersonal skills in working with teammates and Customers; knowledge sharing and teamwork is critical to success
- Ability to take ownership and control of transactions and work under pressure
- Initiative and Problem Solving
- Conscientious, ability to focus and hard working
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Understanding and support of the company’s business activities and initiatives.
- Excellent and concise writing skills
- Full functional capability of Microsoft suite of business applications, specifically but not limited to word and PowerPoint.
Reporting Relationships
This position reports to the Head of Legal, US. There are further relationships to be maintained including close work with the Regional Directors for Acquisitions, Development and Property Management.
Skills & Qualifications:
- At least 8 years’ post admission property and Data Center legal experience.
- Admitted to practice in the US
About Goodman
Goodman is a provider of essential infrastructure. We own, develop and manage high quality, sustainable logistics properties and data centers in major global cities, that are critical to the digital economy.
We’re a collaborative team with a shared vision to make the world a better place for our customers, our investors, our people, and the communities we operate in. We value innovation, integrity, determination, and sustainability, and our purpose is simple: to make space for greatness in everything we do.
Goodman encourages innovation at every level. We seek individuals who are eager to challenge conventional thinking, drive change, and develop new ideas that contribute to a sustainable and successful business. Your creativity and forward-thinking approach can make a tangible difference today and long into the future.