Property Assistant/Legal Secretary

Job Title: Property Assistant/Legal Secretary
Job Code: EX0020
FLSA: Full Time/Salary-Exempt


Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and become a part of the R.E. Michel Company family! If you have any questions, contact Meghan Allen in Human Resources at 1-888-240-3636.

About the Role: The R.E. Michel Company is a national wholesaler of HVAC/R equipment and supplies. We are looking for an organized, enthusiastic team member to support the Property Department and Legal Department. This position will report directly to the Property Manager but will also work closely with In-House Counsel.

What You'll Do:

• Assist In-House Counsel with commercial real estate transactions, including drafting purchase agreements and addenda, ordering and reviewing due diligence materials, following up with real estate partners, drafting third party lease agreements, and reviewing easements and right-of-way acquisitions.
• Review all legal claims asserted against company and assist Counsel with the investigation, administration, and resolution of all claims, to include personal injury claims and product liability claims.
• Assist Legal Department with administrative tasks, correspondence, filing, organization and general litigation support.
• Locate and identify commercial real estate properties to purchase and/or lease throughout the United States using online real estate search tools.
• Oversee leasing of commercial property to third party tenants, to include marketing property, screening potential tenants for creditworthiness, and preparation of commercial leases.
• Monitor all public notices and projects which impact real estate interests and/or branch operations.
• Assist and support Property Manager, others in the Property Department, and the Facilities Department.
• Other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum of 2 years' experience as legal secretary or legal administrator in law firm or in legal corporate setting.
• Familiarity with commercial real estate transactions, employment law, contracts, and personal injury law preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in commercial real estate required; general understanding of and experience with commercial real estate transactions.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills to effectively correspond with contractors, landlords, realtors, all levels of management, branch personnel, municipal/government personnel and other professionals.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook. Able to complete business mathematical functions.
• Travel may be required. Valid driver's license and current automobile insurance is required.

Ready to Join Our Team? If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a company that values its employees, apply now! Grow with us at R.E. Michel Company, where opportunities abound, and excellence is rewarded. Hear firsthand from our employees about their experiences and why they love working with us!

Successful completion of pre-employment screens is required.

R.E. Michel Company Benefit Package for Full Time Employees Includes:

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Prescription Plan

• Wellness Discounts through Blue360

• Access to 24-Hour Nurse Advice Hotline

• Employee Assistance Program

• 401(k)

• Life and AD&D Insurance

• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance for Employees, Spouses/Domestic Partners and Dependents

• Short- and Long-term disability

• Critical Illness/Accident Insurance/Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Employee Discount

• Employee Uniform Program

• Access to Working Advantage- Discounts on Entertainment, Shopping and MORE!

• Access to LifeMart- Discounts on Hotels, Apple Products and MORE!

• Career Advancement Opportunities & On-site training courses

• Weekly Pay- Every Friday

R.E. Michel Company, LLC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.