Minimum of 5 years corporate paralegal/legal analyst experience
Corporate secretarial experience is a plus
Notary public certification is advantageous
Exceptional attention to detail
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Responsibilities
Manage and oversee legal corporate records in iManage
Support regulatory compliance for Books and Records
Assist in preparing legal documents like confidentiality agreements
Review and update side letter compendiums quarterly
Draft corporate resolutions and organizational documents
Track investor questionnaire responses in compliance systems
Reconcile personnel and compliance lists for staff allocations
Benefits
Positive work environment committed to respect and safety
Short-term incentive program (cash bonus)
Full Job Description
Location
Brookfield Place New York - 225 Liberty Street, 8th Floor
Job Description
Brookfield is looking for a motivated individual with corporate legal experience to work on the Legal & Regulatory team, supporting real estate lending and loan closing operations. This position is located in our New York office.
Responsibilities:
Document Management
Manage and provide oversight and support of legal corporate records, including saving documents into iManage and as new versions and closing sets, including notification to appropriate teams of such documents
Support Books and Records regulatory requirements
Help administer protection of records containing personally identifiable information
Finance and Operations Summaries ("FOSs")
Manage FOS review and quarterly sign-off process with internal stakeholders for all real estate funds, including updating responsible persons, initiating quarterly sign-offs and tracking sign-offs
Assist with the preparation of legal documents, including confidentiality agreements and notices of authorized signatories/incumbency certificates
Side Letter "Giving & Receiving" Updates
Review side letter compendiums for funds and updates thereafter on a quarterly basis to track restrictions on political contributions, giving gifts, meals, etc.
Corporate Secretarial
Draft resolutions and other organizational documents
Coordinate all KYC information related to bank accounts; become fluent in anti-money laundering laws and requirements
Investor Questionnaires
Track common questions and "stock" responses in Compliance system
Track, collect, organize and save quarterly portfolio management board reports; escalate outstanding submissions
Maintain BPG Info site index, and track, collect, organize and save documents; escalate outstanding submissions
Track quarterly books and records approvals using Monday.com and spot check iManage to validate; escalate outstanding approvals
Reconcile lists of personnel, allocations and compliance designations to support staff allocation processes
Proofread and format PowerPoint presentations and Word documents
Qualifications:
Minimum of 5 years corporate paralegal/legal analyst experience
Corporate secretarial experience is a plus
Notary public is a plus
Exceptional attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Strong organizational skills
Exceptional interpersonal skills, highly team-oriented and a commitment to professionalism
Ability to interact comfortably with executives and senior management
Proficiency in using a document management system, with knowledge of iManage a plus
Must be able to manage numerous projects simultaneously under deadline pressure
Salary Range: $90,000 - $130,000
Our compensation structure is comprised of a base salary and a short-term incentive program (cash bonus). Cash compensation tends to vary based on geography to account for local market conditions and is set to be market competitive. Compensation decisions are based on a number of factors including relative experience, overall years of experience, industry experience, education and designations.
Brookfield is committed to maintaining a Positive Work Environment that is safe and respectful; our shared success depends on it. Accordingly, we do not tolerate workplace discrimination, violence or harassment.
About Brookfield Properties
Brookfield Properties is a global real estate company that owns, develops, and manages premier properties in major cities around the world. The company's portfolio includes office, retail, multifamily, and industrial properties, as well as hospitality and entertainment venues. Brookfield Properties is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. The company is headquartered in New York City and has operations in North America, Europe, and Asia.
