Paralegal

Job ID

202813

Posted

22-Jan-2025

Service line

Advisory Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Legal

Location(s)

Atlanta - Georgia - United States of America, Chicago - Illinois - United States of America, Dallas - Texas - United States of America

Get ready for an exciting career with CBRE!

CBRE is the global leader in commercial real estate services. We are focused on achieving successful outcomes for our clients, employees and shareholders while being unwavering in our commitment to our RISE values of respect, integrity, service and excellence. We have been named one of Fortune’s “Most Admired Companies” for 14 consecutive years, recognized by Ethisphere as one of the “World’s Most Ethical Companies” for 11 consecutive years and named one of Fortune’s “Most Innovative Companies” the past 2 years.

Joining our team means being an integral part of a sophisticated, world-class organization with exposure to a fast-paced, innovative, global business and collaboration with some of the most talented, driven professionals around the globe.

About the Role:

This individual will play a key role in supporting CBRE’s fast-paced Americas Advisory legal team focused on property management and investment accounting and reporting (“IA&R”) business lines. This individual is required to obtain and apply knowledge regarding a variety of legal concepts and processes to assist in the more efficient operation of the Americas Advisory legal department.

This job is part of the Legal Support job function. They are responsible for performing and supporting a variety of law-related activities that does not require a law degree.

What You’ll Do:

Assist attorneys with simple to moderately complex document and contract review, negotiation, revision and redlining and other transactional support

Perform legal research on wide variety of issues relevant to the company’s business activities

Draft, update, and maintain legal forms and documents of moderate complexity

Respond to ad hoc requests and inquiries from business partners

Assist with the preparation of PowerPoint presentations for training sessions conducted by the legal team

Initiate outside counsel engagements in the Legal Tracker tool

Support the legal team on special projects

Collaborate with various internal departments, including finance, human resources, and compliance, to support the company’s business operations

What You’ll Need:

• High School Diploma or GED with 3-4 years of job-related experience. A paralegal certificate from a school approved by the American Bar Association (ABA). Preferred candidate has Certified Legal Assistant designation or passed the Paralegal Advanced Competency Exam.

• A comprehensive understanding of a range of processes, procedures, systems, and concepts within own job function is required.

• Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions, short correspondence, and memos and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding.

• Ability to respond to common inquiries from clients, co-workers, and/or supervisor.

• Ability to evaluate and communicate unusual and/or complex content in a concise and logical way.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Proven ability to manage complex legal projects, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.

• Advanced organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.

• Collegial and growth mindset with a willingness to adapt to changes and workload.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE you will have the support and resources of the world’s leading and largest global commercial real estate firm. CBRE is entrepreneurial, forward-looking and focused on creating the real estate solutions of tomorrow, so businesses and people thrive. You'll realize your potential in an environment rich with learning and development opportunities, committed to its core RISE values and dedicated to achieving results! To enable your success, we provide the best tools, colleagues and platform in the industry.

At CBRE and within our Legal Department, we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion because we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives spark innovation, solve problems and lead to all of our success. The CBRE Legal Department has been recognized for its significant impact on and commitment to advancing workplace inclusivity by being selected as the winner of Minority Corporate Counsel Association’s (MCCA) distinguished 2024 Employer of Choice Award and honored with the DEI Company of the Year award from the Chambers USA Awards 2024 program.

Advisory Legal is committed to giving back to others and growing and developing each and every one of its team members as professionals and people. Your journey to join our team starts here…

Coming to work for CBRE, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package, have access to industry-leading parental and disability leave coverage and be part of our global brand!

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Paralegal position is $88,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Paralegal position is $98,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)