Play a key role supporting the operational, administrative, and strategic needs of the Multifamily Legal team.
Work closely with legal leadership and cross‑functional partners to effectively support Fannie Mae’s multifamily mission as well as Enterprise business needs.
Help ensure the team operates efficiently, remains aligned with enterprise priorities, and is positioned to scale as business needs evolve.
Provide legal support for the company’s real estate & lease portfolio, focusing on lease administration, compliance, and real estate transactions.
Assist Multifamily legal attorneys in providing legal support and legal administration for the company’s multifamily real estate equity investments.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders across various departments to advance strategic initiatives and legal deliverables.
Help manage and track ongoing legal initiatives, ensuring timely follow‑through and clear communication.
Develop and maintain playbooks, trackers, and reporting materials as needed.

4 years of relevant experience within an in-house legal department, corporate real estate function, or law firm real estate practice.
Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent (preferred).
Substantial experience supporting a large corporate tenant with a multi-site or national office portfolio, preferred.
Experience coordinating the execution of legal documents, managing legal project plans and legal due diligence, closing processes, and post-closing obligations to ensure successful project completion.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and workstreams simultaneously.
Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
Experience working cross-functionally with diverse teams and partners.
Proficiency with common enterprise tools (e.g., CoPilot, ChatGPT, Excel, PowerPoint, Box, imanage, & collaboration platforms).

Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle, and other benefits and perks that enhance an employee's physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.

Lead Associate, Multifamily Legal Business Administration

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