Corporate real estate Jobs in Ottawa, ON

You will be a key member of a dynamic and innovative group of lawyers, paraprofessionals and legal support staff, providing the highest level of service to our clients, while having the opportunity to cultivate your skills as part of our successful national Commercial Real Estate team, within Canada’s premier full-service law firm.

Key Responsibilities and Skills :

• Play a critical role in assisting our lawyers with commercial real estate transactions
• Be responsible for conducting, reviewing, and reporting on title and off-title searches and other real estate related due diligence
• Interact with the land registry office and problem-solve procedural matters in real-time to facilitate and address unique title issues
• Manage and organize portfolio transactions and liaise with multiple key stakeholders in relation to ongoing matters
• Draft key documentation including requisitions, closing documents, transaction books and final reports
• Participate in the closing, purchase sale and financing transactions
• Be responsible for matter management and data management, including scoping and budgeting
• Collaborate and contribute as an important member of the team, and provide unwavering commitment to excellent client service
• Minimum 7 years experience as a Commercial Real Estate Law Clerk
• Knowledge of Registry, Land Titles and Polaris systems of title searching and registration, in both paper-based and electronic land registration systems
• Experience with electronic database filings
• Community College Law Clerk Diploma or Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario Certificate (or equivalent)
• Strong computer and electronic document skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
• Professional demeanor and strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to process a high volume of documentation with excellent attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills and a team player
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• A strong work ethic and commitment to excellence
• Bilingual (French) reading and writing abilities an asset

What does BLG have to offer you?

The expected salary range for this position is $75,000 - $100,000, depending on level of experience, region / location, and other factors.

BLG is committed to building a diverse workplace reflective of the communities we serve and to fostering an inclusive culture where Firm members feel valued, respected and inspired to thrive as their authentic selves. We value diversity of thought and the unique skills, perspectives and experience each individual brings to BLG. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourage applicants from members of groups that have been historically underrepresented, including but not limited to First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, people who identify as women and / or LGBTQ2S+.

We also strive to provide an accessible candidate experience. Please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.

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