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POSITION SPECIFICS

The Pennsylvania State University (the University) is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Real Estate Transactional Attorney to join its Office of General Counsel. This attorney will provide legal support on a wide range of real estate matters including acquisitions sales leasing development financing taxation litigation construction zoning and land use. This role requires strong transactional experience in real estate with the ability to draft and negotiate real estate agreements and to work collaboratively with university departments leadership and other stakeholders with a practical solutions-oriented approach to complex legal and business issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Primary Legal Advisor on Real Estate Matters: Act as the primary legal advisor on all real estate matters for various departments of the University including serving as the primary legal advisor on real estate legal matters relating to the Universitys Commonwealth Campus Closure project
• Real Estate Transaction Agreements: Draft review and negotiate agreements and instruments required for real estate transactions of the University including purchase and sale agreements ground leases commercial leases easements rights-of-ways facility use agreements and cellular tower license agreements
• Leasing: Draft review and negotiate residential leases ground leases and commercial leases for office space restaurant leases research facilities and retail tenants
• Due Diligence Review: Oversee title survey zoning environmental and other due diligence processes working with other transactional attorneys of the University; coordinate with external counsel and consultants as needed
• Land Use and Zoning; Construction: Advise on land use and zoning matters as well as construction related matters including assistance with securing necessary permits and approvals for new construction and development projects
• Litigation and Disputes: Assist in managing any litigation or disputes related to real estate matters working with litigation counsel as needed
• Property Management: Assist the Universitys Real Estate Services Office (URES) with all legal matters relating to the management of the Universitys real estate property holdings and lease portfolio
• Outside Counsel Oversight: Manage and coordinate work performed by outside real estate counsel to ensure cost-effective high-quality service
• Policy and Compliance: Assist with the development of real estate policies and procedures to ensure institutional compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks in proposed real estate transactions while aligning with the Universitys mission and long-term goals
• General Legal Support: Assist with other transactional and contractual matters of the University such as the review and negotiation of vendor contracts construction agreements software agreements and other university contracts

Qualifications

• Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• License: Admission to practice law and good standing with a U.S. state bar
• Experience: Experience practicing real estate law with a focus on commercial real estate transactions
• Skills:
  • Strong agreement drafting and negotiation skills
  • Knowledge of real estate transactions including leasing acquisitions and sales taxation land use zoning and real estate financing structures
  • Ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously
  • Excellent judgment communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to collegiality collaboration and advancing the Universitys mission

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience practicing real estate law in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with knowledge of local and state real estate rules and practices
• Experience with real estate matters involving tax-exempt organizations and/or higher education institutions
• Familiarity with public-private partnerships and tax-exempt financing

The location of this position is flexible and can operate fully remote within the United States (restrictions may apply) fully in-person at our University Park Campus or in a hybrid model of both in-person and remote (restrictions may apply). Standard working hours are in the eastern time zone. The Office of General Counsel is supportive of flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the related to flexible work hours should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

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Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional addition to comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information please visit our Benefits Page.

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