Paralegal

About us:

Phillips Edison & Company takes PRIDE in creating great omni-channel grocery-anchored shopping experiences and improving communities, one center at a time. PECO’s culture is fueled by the ENERGY our team brings to work every day – to find creative solutions and create value for our centers, our investors, our communities and the greater world around us. PECO’s culture is driven by our team’s CONNECTION to each other and the communities in which we live and work. PECO embraces the OPPORTUNITY to source and implement creative and sustainable programs to create a positive impact on the environment.

Phillips Edison’s operating platform provides retail services including acquisition, redevelopment, leasing and management of grocery-anchored retail centers.

What you'll do:

We are seeking an entry-level paralegal (0–2 years of experience) to join our in-house legal team. This is an ideal opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional who is eager to learn, open to training, and excited to grow within an in-house legal environment focused on real estate and general transactional matters.

You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values curiosity, initiative, and a positive attitude. We will provide the training and mentorship needed to help you succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing, reviewing, and organizing legal documents related to real estate transactions, leases, and contracts.
• Conduct basic legal research and summarize findings.
• Maintain legal files and document management systems.
• Support closing processes and due diligence efforts.
• Draft correspondence and internal communications.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external parties to facilitate legal processes.

What we're looking for:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Work Experience: 0–2 years of paralegal or legal support experience (internships or coursework welcome).
• Software Experience: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Positive Attitude and Professionalism: Constructive, enthusiastic, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Task Timeliness: Complete assignments within expected timeframes.
• Responsiveness: Promptly address internal and external requests.
• Collaboration: Engage constructively with legal and cross-functional teams.
• Learning Progress: Show growth in legal knowledge and technical skills through training.
• Technology Use: Adopt and use legal tech tools effectively.
• Communication Quality: Deliver clear and professional communications.
• Initiative: Proactively contribute to team goals and process improvements.
• Engagement: Actively participates in team meetings, training sessions, and collaborative projects with enthusiasm.
• Adaptability: Responds to feedback with openness and a willingness to improve.
• Supportiveness: Offers help to teammates and contributes to a positive team dynamic.
• Initiative: Volunteers for tasks or learning opportunities beyond assigned responsibilities.
• Energetic and enthusiastic team member.
• Self-starter with a proactive mindset.
• Great communicator who listens and shares ideas clearly.
• Open to feedback and growth—we’ll support your development.
• Team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.

Why PECO?

• We are characterized by our #PeopleofPECO. They are dynamic, innovative and entrepreneurial. They are driven to succeed and make a lasting impact on our growing organization. Having highly trained, energized and skilled professionals throughout every level of our organization is a great source of pride and key element of success for Phillips Edison & Company.
• Voted a Cincinnati Top Places to Work for the past 9 years!

Recruiters: We do not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than from the candidates themselves. Any agency or independent recruiter must have a signed agreement with us before presenting candidates. Submission of unsolicited resumes without a signed agreement will not create any obligation on our part.