Specialist, Real Estate Legal Operations (Licensing)

About Carvana

If you like disrupting the norm and are looking to join a company revolutionizing an industry then you will LOVE what Carvana has done for the car buying experience. Buying a car the old fashioned way sucks 

and we are working hard to make it NOT suck. I mean, have you seen our vending machine?!

We are looking for people who are excited to thrive in an environment of impactful change. Team spirit is evident at Carvana and everyday we let our passions and creativity foster innovation. We take big swings, set ambitious goals, and challenge each other to make data- and process-driven decisions in everything we do. Here are a few of our stories! We’ve been changing the game since 2013, and we’re not taking our foot off the gas now. Want more of the story? Check out our background here. 

About the team and position

We’re looking for a Real Estate Legal Operations Specialist in our Legal Department to join a unique and exciting organization. The Specialist will work closely with Carvana’s real estate, legal and licensing teams, helping to keep projects, tasks, and workflow organized, efficient, and effective. Multitasking, organizing and distilling relevant information are necessary skills.  Strong communication, project implementation, and task-management skills are expected. This individual must be able to prioritize and re-prioritize work across multiple projects, which may vary in size and scope, as needed to support the team’s ambitious efforts. Your contributions will have a tangible impact within a blitz-scaling national real estate roll-out in a game changing company.

Please be sure to provide a cover letter with a brief description of why you are well-equipped for this role.

What you’ll be doing

• Support the real estate legal team with a focus on Licensing, keeping information and processes coordinated, and projects organized while obtaining results aligned with stated objectives.
• Support project management efforts by tracking progress, deliverables, target dates, and statuses, and communicating on these items to appropriate parties. Effectively execute on projects, file and task tracking and anticipate next steps based on the information and guidance provided.

• Research licensing and regulatory compliance requirements for Carvana facilities in various jurisdictions.
• Spot, recommend, and execute process enhancements that create team efficiencies and desired results.
• Support the team and its leadership in an array of tasks and administrative support with varying scope and complexity.
• Create and/or use and maintain documents, resources, and applications that assist in the organization, tracking, and communication of projects and processes.
• Leverage strong initiative and creative problem solving skills to help keep processes and projects flowing in a positive direction.
• Develop a solid understanding of real estate and licensing processes, roles within the team, and how to support day-to-day efforts.

What you should know or have 

• An Associates or Bachelor’s degree (preferred) from an accredited institution.
• 2+ years experience working in a corporate/office environment in an administrative or similar role. 
• Demonstrated proficiency in project management, organizational and time-management responsibilities with ability to identify specific goals (and to work collaboratively within a team to accomplish those goals).
• Demonstrated proficiency in and aptitude for project, file and task tracking and anticipating next steps.
• Initiative and desire to independently complete tasks that enable greater team efficiencies and results.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office products, and aptitude for project management tools and software.
• Strong initiative and ability to use creative problem solving skills to address support and process needs within a team.
• Demonstrated proficiency in project management, organizational and time-management responsibilities with ability to identify specific goals (and to work collaboratively within a team to accomplish those goals).

We’d love it if you also have

• Experience in licensing, real estate, or legal field(s). 
• Experience with Google Workspace products (Google Docs, Sheets, etc.).

What we’ll offer in return

• Full-Time hourly position.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• 401K with company match.
• A multitude of perks including student loan payments, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more.
• A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally.
• Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization.
• A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development.
• A seat in one of the fastest-growing companies in the country.

Other requirements

To be able to do your job at Carvana, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you.

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.

Of course, we’ll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs. 

Legal stuff

Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check.  This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer.  All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.  Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.