Job Number: 23265 Position Title: VP Counsel Intellectual Property External Description:About Us KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America - Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Talbots, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, and White House Black Market. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful. About the Role The Manager of Legal Real Estate is responsible for supporting the company's real estate department in all of its leasing, fleet optimization initiatives, store design and construction matters for all of the brands within KnitWell Group. This position negotiates the required documentation and oversees / coordinates the drafting of such documentation by internal staff and/or external resources. This position is Hybrid based in our Hingham, MA Talbots Office. This position has opportunity to travel to Ft. Meyers, FL (Chicos Office), Columbus, OH (Lane Bryant Office), New York, NY (Ann Taylor / Loft Offices) What You'll Do
- Negotiates, drafts, and oversees and coordinates internal and/or external drafting of, Retail store leases and ancillary documents, such as letters of intent, amendments, SNDAs, estoppels, and lease documentation for corporate facilities and contracts with various third parties, including general contractors, architects and design consultants, fixture vendors, materials suppliers, and facilities maintenance services.
- Maintains and improves efficient and effective processes which ensure timely and accurate completion of lease documents and docketing of critical dates, rights, and obligations.
- Analyzes company's existing lease rights and obligations with respect to issues as co tenancy requirements, kiosk/no-build requirements and sales kick-out rights.
- Identifies and assesses issues or disputes which could result in liability or litigation; Involves appropriate internal partners, to resolve and/or escalate.
- Counsels the company regarding legal and related business issues.
- Ensures that the company follows law and regulation applicable to all properties.
- Supports the company's real estate department by functioning as that department's legal representative and aligning with its strategic objectives.
- Manages outside counsel, as needed.
Who You Are
- 4-6 years of experience in commercial retail real estate leasing, which includes extensive experience in negotiating and drafting leases and ancillary documents.
- Bachelor's degree and J.D. from accredited law school required.
- Currently licensed to practice law and in good standing with bar of at least one U.S. State.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills essential for internal and external clients.
City:State:Community / Marketing Title: Manager, Legal - Real Estate (KnitWell Group) Company Profile: Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, the company is known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can enhance an already thriving culture. With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life. EEO Employer Verbiage: Talbots is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion, or any other category protected by applicable law. Talbots is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process please contact ...@talbots.com. Talbots will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company's business. Talbots will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant's request for reasonable accommodation. PositionType_Description: Full Time Location_formattedLocationLong: Hingham, Massachusetts US