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Senior Corporate Counsel – Real Estate
🔍 Davidson NC 800B Beaty St, Davidson, North Carolina, United States
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At Trane TechnologiesTM and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.
What’s in it for you:
Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient environments, it’s our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, sustainability is not just how we do business —it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what’s possible for a sustainable world.
Job Summary:
The Senior Corporate Counsel - Real Estate will play a critical role in providing legal guidance and support on a range of real estate transactions. The ideal candidate will have 4 to 6 years of experience in real estate law, with a strong background in commercial real estate transactions, leasing, dispositions, and development. This role requires a proactive and strategic thinker who can effectively manage multiple legal matters simultaneously and provide sound legal advice to real estate business partners.
Thrive at work and at home:
- Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
- Paid time off, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.
- Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
- Learn more about our benefits !
Where is the work:
On-Site (4 Days in Office, 1 Day Flexible). From Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. On Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires and what suits you best.
What you will do:
- Provide legal counsel and support on all aspects of real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, financing, and development.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of real estate-related agreements, including purchase and sale agreements, lease agreements (and amendments to existing leases), estoppels, SNDAs, and construction agreements.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including finance, operations, and development teams, to ensure alignment and successful execution of real estate projects.
- Manage and coordinate with external counsel on complex real estate transactions.
- Stay current on relevant real estate laws, regulations, and industry trends to provide proactive legal advice and risk management strategies.
- Assist in the development and implementation of company policies and procedures related to real estate and corporate matters.
- Provide training and guidance to team members on real estate legal issues.
What you will bring:
- J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school
- Member in good standing of a State Bar Association
- 4+ years of experience practicing as an attorney; experience as in-house counsel preferred.
- Strong real estate background with excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Detail-oriented and resourceful with excellent follow-through skills.
- Ability to work independently and to prioritize and manage workload, manage simultaneous tasks, and meet deadlines within a changing, face-paced environment.
- Flexible and adaptable – unafraid of ambiguity or a challenge
Compensation:
Base Pay Range: $150,000-200,000
Total compensation for this role will include a commission/incentive plan. Disclaimer: This base pay range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, and geographic location where the work is performed.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
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At Trane Technologies, the Senior Corporate Counsel role integrates legal expertise with sustainability goals, focusing on real estate transactions that support eco-friendly development. This unique position entails navigating complex deals while aligning legal strategies to the company’s mission of innovation in sustainable environments.
A Corporate Counsel in Davidson, NC, with a robust real estate background can significantly impact project success by providing tailored legal insights that reflect local regulations and market dynamics. Their negotiation skills and risk management help ensure smooth acquisitions, leases, and development aligned with regional business practices.
Senior Corporate Counsels bring strategic foresight, advanced negotiation capabilities, and comprehensive knowledge of commercial real estate law that surpass junior roles. Their ability to manage multifaceted transactions and lead cross-functional teams sets them apart in handling complex corporate real estate matters.
Professionals in Corporate Counsel roles with real estate expertise often advance toward General Counsel or senior legal leadership positions. Career progression may include overseeing broader corporate legal operations or specializing further in real estate development, compliance, or corporate governance within diverse industries.
Davidson's evolving commercial landscape has increased demand for senior legal counsel with real estate specialization. However, the talent pool remains selective, emphasizing candidates with strong negotiation skills and local regulatory knowledge, making it moderately competitive for seasoned attorneys.
While a J.D. and active state bar membership are essential, certifications like Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) or real estate law specialization can boost prospects. Familiarity with North Carolina’s property statutes and transaction regulations is highly valued by employers.
At Trane Technologies, the Senior Corporate Counsel must navigate complex real estate deals intertwined with sustainability mandates. Balancing corporate growth objectives with environmental compliance and managing multi-stakeholder interests in a fast-paced setting are key challenges distinctive to this role.
Trane Technologies fosters a mission-driven culture prioritizing innovation and sustainability, which shapes the Corporate Counsel’s duties toward supporting transactions that align with these values. Legal advice is tailored to advance not only business goals but also environmental stewardship.
Candidates can anticipate a base salary between $150,000 and $200,000, reflecting national averages adjusted for experience and local market factors. Additionally, the role includes commission or incentive plans, enhancing total remuneration aligned with performance and company success.
Yes, the position includes a hybrid model with four days onsite and one day flexible location per week. This arrangement supports collaboration while offering work-life balance, which is increasingly sought after in the legal job market of Davidson and surrounding areas.
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