Junior Legal Advisor at CBRE Excellerate

Objective of the Position

• To provide legal advisory services and support the coordination of legal matters within facilities management and advisory and transactions portfolio under Africa and the Middle East.

Operational Deliverables

Legal Advisory & Compliance

• Provide intermediate-level legal advice, guidance, and support to internal teams and clients
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations in the property industry
• Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures to manage legal risks
• Monitor industry regulations and legislative changes affecting the business

Contract & Document Management

• Draft, review, and vet lease agreements, power supply agreements, and commercial storage agreements
• Prepare and manage antenna, masts, and ground lease agreements
• Create breach notices, letters of demand, and acknowledgment of debt agreements
• Oversee contract negotiations under supervision to protect company interests
• Maintain and update contract templates and legal precedents

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

• Liaise effectively with internal teams across various business units
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including clients and legal counsel
• Coordinate with vendors, customers, and clients on legal matters
• Facilitate delivery of legal advice to enable business imperatives

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

• Provide support on landlord/tenant litigation and property-related legal disputes
• Work with senior legal counsel to ensure effective resolution of legal matters
• Assist in responding to and finalizing letters of demand and legal notices
• Support debt collection processes and procedures

Administrative & Reporting Functions

• Track and report on legal risks, compliance, and contractual obligations
• Assist in drafting meeting minutes and legal correspondence
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support decision-making
• Maintain accurate legal documentation and filing systems

Experience / Education Requirements

Essential Requirements

• LLB degree (Bachelor of Laws)
• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 3-4 years post-admission experience, of which 2 years’ experience in the corporate sector.
• Experience in corporate/commercial law
• Strong commercial legal drafting skills

Preferred Requirements

• Previous experience with contract management and negotiations

Technical Skills Required

PC and Functional Skills

• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Legal research platforms and databases
• Document management and filing systems
• Typing proficiency and computer literacy

Legal Skills

• Contract drafting and review
• Legal research and analysis
• Negotiation skills (intermediate level)
• Litigation support and case management
• Regulatory compliance and risk assessment

Deadline:11th July,2025