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Real Estate Legal Counsel Netherlands Asset Management Amsterdam

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Mileway

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Legal
    Real Estate & Property
  • Amsterdam

AI generated summary

  • You must have a law degree, 5+ years in real estate law, fluency in Dutch and English, strong organizational skills, and be proficient in MS Office.
  • You will handle legal queries, draft and negotiate lease agreements, advise on litigation, manage public authority relations, oversee asset documentation, and support acquisitions and disposals.

Requirements

  • A university law degree.
  • At least five years of experience working in-house or at a Dutch law firm on real estate matters.
  • You’re a proactive, hands-on person. You’re committed to continuous learning and improving your knowledge and skillset.
  • Total proficiency with MS Office standard applications.
  • Ability to work independently as well as demonstrate team spirit.
  • Able to take direction and ask questions.
  • Strong organizational skills and eye for detail.
  • Fluent Dutch and English.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Dutch team and the broader Mileway teams with legal queries as part of the day-to-day business (‘go to’ person for legal asset management queries in Dutch).
  • Work on lease agreements, amendment agreements, settlement agreements and further ancillary leasing documents (including templates).
  • Participate in legal negotiations with tenants on lease documentation and liaising with external law firms on leasing matters.
  • Advise the Mileway Dutch team and liaise with external law firms on litigation matters.
  • Assist the Mileway Dutch team on certain legal aspects of disposals and acquisitions (such as the review of NDAs, LOIs, assistance with the preparation of the VDR and Q&A).
  • Manage Mileway’s exposure with local public authorities.
  • Maintain and update Mileway’s legal reporting (such as the litigation tracker and other trackers requiring legal input).
  • Share responsibility for ensuring the completeness of our asset documentation, taking initiative to secure any missing documents.
  • Participate in the acquisition process, including overseeing due diligence and ensuring a smooth handover of essential information and documentation.

FAQs

What is the location of the Real Estate Legal Counsel position?

The position is based in Amsterdam.

Is the position full-time or part-time?

The position is part-time, requiring you to work three days a week.

What type of experience is required for this role?

A minimum of five years of experience working in-house or at a Dutch law firm on real estate matters is required.

What languages do I need to be fluent in for this position?

Fluency in both Dutch and English is required.

What kind of legal tasks will I be responsible for?

You will be assisting with lease agreements, negotiating with tenants, advising on litigation matters, and managing legal documentation related to asset management.

Is there an emphasis on learning and development in this role?

Yes, Mileway offers an in-house learning & development program to support personal and professional growth.

What qualities are you looking for in a candidate?

We are looking for a proactive, hands-on person with strong organizational skills and attention to detail, who can work independently as well as effectively in a team.

Will I be part of a larger legal team?

Yes, you will be part of a broader legal team with members based in the UK, Luxembourg, and Spain.

What is Mileway's mission?

Mileway's mission is to be the most customer- and climate-focused last-mile real estate company in Europe.

What kind of work culture does Mileway promote?

Mileway promotes a fast-paced and international work culture, embracing diverse perspectives and a "can-do" attitude.

Logistics real estate urbanised

Real Estate
Industry
201-500
Employees
2019
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Mileway is the largest owner of last mile logistics real estate assets in Europe. It has a pan-European footprint, with over 1,600 assets across 10 major European countries. Mileway’s largest markets include the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden and France, and it has a significant presence in Denmark, Italy, Spain, Finland and Ireland. Mileway has a dedicated team of over 360 employees across 26 offices.