Legal Operations Manager (Real Estate & Corporate) Solar Development | New York City | Full-Time |
The Role This is a broad in-house legal operations role sitting at the intersection of real estate, corporate governance, and project development. You will own all site control and title matters across the portfolio, manage outside counsel, and handle corporate legal administration from NDAs through to entity compliance. The ideal candidate has paralegal experience in a solar, land use, or redevelopment context and thrives in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.
Key Responsibilities- Draft, review, and manage site control agreements including leases, purchase options, amendments, and terminations
- Manage title process across all projects from ordering through to closing and post-closing
- Oversee outside counsel on project development legal matters
- Support corporate governance including entity formation, registrations, and compliance
- Manage data room preparation and document assembly for project sale processes
- Coordinate closing activities including signature packets, recording, and final document organisation
Requirements- 5+ years paralegal experience in a law firm or in-house environment
- Paralegal diploma or equivalent
- Experience with title process and working directly with title companies
- Experience drafting and reviewing commercial transaction documents
- Solar, land use, or redevelopment experience strongly preferred
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Compensation Commensurate with experience | Medical, 401(k), bonus, retention plan, PTO
