Senior Corporate Counsel, Real Estate

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL) we are proud to be a trusted partner for the worlds top brands offering comprehensive engineering supply chain and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Corporate Counsel Real Estate to support Jabils global real estate portfolio. This role provides legal oversight and transactional support for commercial and industrial real estate matters across Jabils manufacturing warehouse office and R&D facilities worldwide. The position partners with Global Real Estate Operations Treasury Finance Tax and regional leadership to support lease negotiations site expansions acquisitions dispositions and related real estate risk management activities. The role reports to the Associate General Counsel Global Real Estate and will be based in St. Petersburg Florida.

What can you expect to do

• Serve as legal advisor for real estate transactions including negotiation and administration of commercial and industrial leases.

• Support facility expansions renewals amendments consolidations and site exits across multiple regions.

• Draft and negotiate architect agreements construction contracts and related project documentation in support of large-scale facility projects and capital initiatives.

• Provide legal support for property acquisitions and dispositions including coordination of diligence activities such as title survey zoning land use and environmental review.

• Advise on and oversee real estate-related environmental matters including permitting remediation compliance obligations and coordination with EHS and external environmental consultants.

• Draft and negotiate lease provisions work letters landlord consents assignment and sublease agreements and related documentation.

• Partner with Global Real Estate and Finance to evaluate transaction structures and ensure appropriate allocation of legal and operational risk.

• Coordinate with regional counsel and external advisors to ensure compliance with local real estate laws and regulatory requirements.

• Support resolution of landlord-tenant disputes construction-related matters and lease compliance issues.

• Maintain and update standardized lease templates and documentation practices to promote consistency and risk management across the global portfolio.

• Advise business leaders on real estate-related contractual exposure long-term obligations and operational flexibility considerations.

• Monitor developments in real estate law and market practices that may impact Jabils global property portfolio.

What is the experience needed to be successful in this role

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

• 6-8 years of experience in commercial real estate law whether law firm or in-house experience.

• Member of a bar in good standing in a U.S. jurisdiction (Florida preferred).

• Experience negotiating complex commercial and industrial leases.

• Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced global environment.

• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated ability to interpret complex regulatory frameworks and apply them in operational settings.

• Ability to communicate complex legal requirements clearly to non-legal stakeholders.

• Willingness to collaborate across global time zones; limited travel may be required in support of strategic transactions or site initiatives.

Benefits Package with Jabil

Along with growth stability and the opportunity to be challenged Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Annual Bonus
• Medical Dental Prescription Drug and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
• 401K Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life AD&D and Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Adoption Assistance
• Annual Merit Increases
• Community Volunteer Opportunities

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