Our client is a leading Alberta home builder and community developer with over 30 years of experience. Known for their commitment to quality, thoughtful design, and exceptional customer experience, they have built a strong reputation in the real estate market. With a collaborative culture, operational excellence, and a forward-thinking approach, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a highly respected organization.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Corporate/Real Estate Counsel will provide legal expertise and services to support multiple business units. This is a broad, business-facing role advises and provides legal counsel on corporate, commercial, and real estate matters, supporting both single-family and multi-family residential development.

Key Responsibilities

Construction & Commercial Contracting

• Draft and negotiate construction contracts (including CCDC agreements), consultant agreements, trade and supplier contracts, and non-standard commercial agreements
• Prepare term sheets and draft and negotiate development management agreements

Financing & Internal Transactions

• Support project-level and corporate financings, refinancings, amendments, intercompany arrangements, internal loans, promissory notes, and distributions

Corporate & Governance

• Assist with entity formation, limited partnerships, restructurings, partner buy-outs, management agreements, and ongoing corporate governance

Land & Development

• Support land acquisitions, dispositions, and development-related agreements
• Oversee legal aspects of builder lot sales and transfers

Residential Sales & Closings

• Lead legal support for single-family and multi-family sales, including purchase agreements, amendments, closing issues, and post-closing matters

Multi-Family & Condominium Projects

• Advise on multi-family developments from pre-sales through to completion and turnover, including purchase agreements, disclosure documentation, and project launches

Homeowner, Warranty & Risk Management

• Advise on homeowner and warranty issues and manage disputes prior to litigation
• Oversee litigation and claims with external counsel where required

Employment, Privacy & Compliance

• Support compliance with privacy laws and FINTRAC requirements
• Assist with employment-related legal matters

External Counsel & Legal Operations

• Manage external counsel and oversee legal workflows and support resources
• Monitor legislative changes impacting the industry
• Support other legal and business matters as required

Desired Qualifications

• 4–7 years of experience in corporate/commercial law with meaningful exposure to residential real estate development, conveyancing, and financing
• LL.B. or J.D. from an accredited law school
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta
• Significant experience with contract negotiation and drafting
• Comfort with diverse types of corporate structures and organizational agreements, primarily corporations and limited partnerships
• Strong business acumen and understanding of corporate and operational functions
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Strong relationship-building skills and ability to work with a broad range of personalities
• Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple projects with tight deadlines
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently
• Proven ability to provide pragmatic, commercially aligned legal advice

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Lucrative annual bonus
• 4 weeks’ vacation, plus 5 flex days
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision
• RRSP matching (3% after one year of employment)
• Self-development allowance ($750 after one year of employment)
• Parking spot or parking allowance (depending on availability)
• Cell phone allowance

Working Conditions

Traditional core office hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Occasional evenings and/or weekends may be required, along with periodic travel.

If this opportunity aligns with your career aspirations, we would love to hear from you!

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply via LinkedIn or by submitting their CV confidentially to careers@urbanlegal.ca Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

At Urban Legal Recruitment, we prioritize discretion and confidentiality. We appreciate all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.