ABOUT US:
SyWest Development is a privately held company with significant real estate holdings in the western U.S. We develop, lease, then retain and manage all real estate projects. We have recruited an experienced management team and are well positioned for significant growth. Our parent company, Syufy Enterprises, has affiliates VillaSport, Tomatina, Peacock Gap, Tri-Valley Golf Center and West Wind Drive-Ins and Public Markets. Syufy Enterprises also successfully owned and operated Century Theatres for more than 50 years prior to its acquisition.
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage. Our 401(k) plan provides a generous company match of up to 4% of an employee's plan compensation. If you thrive in a successful, fast-paced environment and you enjoy challenge, please read on...
POSITION SUMMARY: The primary responsibility of the Real Estate Paralegal is to assist in-house counsel and other personnel in the drafting, review and negotiation of real estate documents required in connection with the acquisition, development, renovation, financing, management and leasing of shopping centers and other retail sites and projects.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Draft, review and edit leases, lease amendments, subleases, purchase and sale agreements, and documents related to a landlord consenting to a tenant subleasing/assigning and a tenant financing its fixtures.
Prepare and send notices of default to tenants in default under their leases.
Assist in the preparation, delivery and tracking of unlawful detainer complaints and related documents.
Assist property management personnel with ensuring that tenants are complying with their lease obligations, including maintenance records and gross sales reports.
Prepare license (short term lease) agreements.
Draft, review and edit other documentation under the supervision of in-house counsel as directed.
Assist in-house counsel in the closing of sales and purchases, leasing, and financing transactions, including reviewing title reports, title exceptions, surveys and closing documentation, and the preparation of exhibits.
Prepare document summaries and abstracts.
Research documents in support of SyWest personnel and other affiliated corporate departments.
Interact with outside counsel and title companies while performing the above activities.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Paralegal Certificate and/or undergraduate degree in Business, Real Estate or English
At least 5 years relevant experience in the legal and/or real estate field (experience with a real estate development firm, title company, bank, law firm, real estate brokerage firm or mortgage company)
Extensive experience drafting, reviewing and editing real estate documents, especially leases and lease amendments
Experience in 1031 exchanges a plus
Excellent editing and proofreading skills
Strong organizational skills
Able to handle multiple concurrent projects and assignments
Thorough and a very high degree of attention to details and accuracy
Proven ability to work under pressure
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Advanced MS Word skills and MS Excel proficiency
Ability to maintain confidentiality is required
OTHER ATTRIBUTES FOR SUCCESS:
Honesty and professional integrity
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to meet deadlines and work with all levels of personnel
Must be a true team player and comfortable in an environment where change occurs frequently
Willing to work the number of hours needed to get the assigned tasks completed in a timely manner
TO APPLY:
Please upload a resume in MS Word or PDF format only and include salary range requirements. Do not copy and paste as this results in formatting issues. To learn more about SyWest, please visit the website at www.sywest.com.
*** No unsolicited phone calls or resumes from recruiters. Any unsolicited resumes received will be deemed the property of our Company and no recruiting and/or placement fees will be paid out should the forwarding of said material result in hire. ***