What are the responsibilities and job description for the Real Estate Contract Assistant position at St. John Properties, Inc.?
Join one of the largest and most successful privately held commercial real estate firms in the nation. St. John Properties is distinguished by our commitment to customer service, achievements in green building, and top-rated workplace culture. Our staff enjoy benefits that not only make the work week more satisfying, but encourage a healthy lifestyle, support social connections and reward employees for their performance.
Job Summary: This position supports the Assistant Vice President of Contracts by administering contracts as they relate to the acquisition, sale, lease, or joint venture of land.
Job Duties:
- Draft, or assist in drafting, contracts for purchase, sale, lease or joint venture of improved or unimproved land, as well as related letters, amendments and supplemental agreements;
- Draft, or assist in drafting, easements, declarations and related land instruments;
- Manage, organize and settle on open contracts by establishing calendar events, preparing contract summaries, ordering due diligence reports, and supplying parties with materials and funds as dictated by the contract; and
- Order and review due diligence materials including title, judgments and surveys on land, entities and individuals.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Supporting the Acquisition and Development Departments;
- Supporting regional offices;
- Interacting with Finance and Accounting Departments to disburse and track proper funds;
- Notifying all departments of upcoming deadlines; and
- Communicating with outsides parties and directing legal counsel.
Job Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- 3-5 years of applicable real estate transactional experience required
- Commercial Real Estate experience/knowledge (preferred)
- Experience in title settlement services or public record abstracting (preferred)
- Knowledge of public record research
- Ability to review and analyze legal documents and due diligence materials with great detail
- Notary Public Certification (preferred)
*Regular attendance onsite is an essential function of the job.
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000
