Associate General Counsel - Real Estate

 

 

Job ID:  521435
 

CRH is a leading global diversified building materials group, employing over 75,800 people at more than 3,160 locations in 29 countries. CRH is the leading building materials company in North America and the world. We manufacture and distribute a diverse range of superior building materials, products, and solutions, which are used extensively in construction projects of all sizes. 

 

Job Summary

 

CRH Americas, Inc. is seeking an experienced real estate attorney to join its collaborative legal department. In this hands-on role, you will report to a Deputy General Counsel of CRH Americas, Inc. and work closely with the Real Estate & Development (“RE&D”) Team and local operating companies. This role will help manage all aspects of complex real estate transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, easements, leases, licenses, royalty agreements, and 1031 exchanges. As a result, this position requires the skill to identify and address the potential risks associated with complex real estate transactions.

 

Job Location

 

This role is based at our corporate office in the Perimeter area of Atlanta, GA – hybrid work schedule

 

Job Responsibilities

 

• Partner with the Company’s RE&D teams and operating companies to execute real estate transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of real estate contracts, including mining leases.
• Assist the operating companies with permitting and eminent domain matters.
• Serve as legal advisor on a variety of real estate matters related to acquisitions, divestitures, and mergers
• Help stakeholders to progress all workstreams, including due diligence and regulatory review.
• Collaborate across functions, including tax and risk management, to achieve transactional objectives.
• Engage with stakeholders to drive business-oriented solutions to issues arising from complex transactions.
• Coordinate and assist with the due diligence associated with acquisitions and divestitures.
• Work with other legal team members to manage the due diligence issues related to transactions.
• Where applicable, collaborate with outside counsel to drive the transaction process.
• Advise on a variety of commercial matters and contracts, including a large volume of leases.
• Develop, review, and revise form agreements and develop tools to improve transactional efficiency.
• Stay current on market trends and practices in order to make effective legal recommendations.
• Counsel managers and other employees with regard to legal matters.
• Work collaboratively with all levels of internal and external clients.
• Identify legal exposures and take steps to ensure processes are in place to mitigate those exposures.
• Provide training with regard to topics such as real estate transactions, best practices, and antitrust.
• Select, develop, evaluate, mentor, motivate, and train staff, as needed.
• Maintain professional demeanor at all times.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

Job Requirements

 

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school and strong academic credentials.
• License to practice law in at least one state.
• At least six years of experience practicing real estate law and managing real estate transactions.
• Prior law firm or in-house experience required.
• Demonstrated skill in negotiating and advising senior managers on high value/risk matters.
• Sound judgment with an ability to make timely decisions and provide competent legal advice.
• Ability to balance business objectives and risks.
• Strong process management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to understanding the Company’s industry, businesses, and strategic objectives.
• Ability to collaborate across functional groups and develop mutually collaborative relationships.
• Must be highly ethical and able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Must have expert proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Requires proficiency with iManage and Onit, or similar case management programs.
• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work independently within a team environment and assist the team with other duties.
• Must be willing to travel up to 10%.
• Strong written and verbal skills to effectively interface with all employees, clients, stakeholders, and advisors.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• The ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.
• Personal accountability for work, work product, and deadlines.
• Proactive personality and results-oriented approach.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a business-oriented service disposition.
• Ability to make decisions and inspire client confidence.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to analyze risk.
• Ability to maintain high quality results in a collaborative, rapid-paced, time-sensitive environment.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities with the ability to visualize and communicate solutions.
• Strong customer service focus.
• Knowledge of the historic legal issues facing construction businesses, including antitrust compliance.
• Ability to build relationships with frontline workers and senior managers.
• History of making sound strategic and objective decisions in challenging situations.
• Proven record of formulating creative solutions to commercial problems.
• Experience managing relationships with external advisers and controlling costs.
• A problem-solver who is pragmatic, creative, and willing to take responsibility.
• Capable of synthesizing complex information and delivering succinct summaries.
• A strong influencer who is able to create alignment while retaining the self-confidence to speak his/her mind.
• A proactive, adaptable, and hands-on attitude to get things done.
• Enjoys operating as part of a team, proactively builds relationships, and contributes to others’ successes.
• A credible operator whose view is sought out and has an opinion that matters.
• A strong manager with a track record of building a cohesive and supportive team.
• Confidence in leading from the front while respecting what has been achieved in the past.
• Sets high standards and continually seeks a better way to do things.
• Resilience and a sense of humor.

 

What CRH Offers You

 

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

 

 

About CRH

 

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

 

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

 

CRH is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

EOE/Vet/Disability

 

CRH is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.