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COMPANY SUMMARY
Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESRT) is a NYC-focused REIT that owns and operates a portfolio of well-leased, top of tier, modernized, amenitized, and well-located office, retail, and multifamily assets. ESRT’s flagship Empire State Building, the “World's Most Famous Building,” features its iconic Observatory that was declared the #1 Attraction in the World – and the #1 Attraction in the U.S. for the third consecutive year – in Tripadvisor’s 2024 Travelers’ Choice Awards: Best of the Best Things to Do. The Company is a recognized leader in energy efficiency and indoor environmental quality. As of March 31, 2025, ESRT’s portfolio is comprised of approximately 7.9 million rentable square feet of office space, 0.8 million rentable square feet of retail space and 732 residential units. More information about Empire State Realty Trust can be found at esrtreit.com and by following ESRT on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and LinkedIn.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Real Estate Paralegal will work directly with and support the Chief Counsel, Real Estate and Real Estate Litigation Counsel, in handling a variety of real estate matters for ESRT, including transaction and litigation documents and written and oral communication with other departments within the company, ESRT’s external counsel, tenant’s and counterparty’s counsel, and government agencies.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review leases to assess landlord and tenant rights, remedies and/or obligations and confirm economic terms
- Coordinate document signing process and obtain internal approvals from other departments within the company
- Draft basic legal documents related to leasing, commercial real estate and collections matters
- Review and approve “draft” and final LOC security deposits and related lease provisions
- Track, support and report action for internal and external counsel on leasing matters, construction related matters, real estate transactions (e.g., acquisitions, financings, etc.), litigation and collections, and insurance and property tax
- Summarize leases regarding, economic term, landlord and tenant rights, remedies and/or obligations
- Communicate with tenants as needed
- Coordinate the lease signing process, sublease consent process, and related approvals from other departments within the company
- Coordinate procurement of lender approval of leases and SNDA’s where required
- Update standard operating procedures for all leasing related activities
- Track collections and litigation deadlines
- Monitor status of disputes with tenants
- Manage deadlines and provide status of all matters as requested
- Organize/file legal documents
- All other legal related tasks requested by the Chief Counsel, Real Estate and Real Estate Litigation Counsel
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
- Is detail oriented and able to manage high volume of matters with accuracy and efficiency
- Possesses strong organizational and communication skills
- Has knowledge of real estate law and procedures
- Eager to learn new matters and values importance of learning and improving, as well as recognizing importance of procedural and administrative tasks
- Displays flexible approach to problem-solving
- Positive attitude and willingness to follow guidelines and protocols
- Takes ownership of work
- Shows high level of professionalism and respect to colleagues
- Ability to work collaboratively with multiple parties, including attorneys, real estate brokers and tenants
REQUIRED SKILLS / ABILITIES
- Must be able to work in fast-paced environment with accuracy
- Organizational and analytical skills, with a customer service orientation
- Detail-oriented with an ingrained dedication to integrity of work product
- Enthusiastic with positive attitude
- Takes initiative to identify issues and problem solve
- Good time management skills and ability to prioritize multiple projects
- Works efficiently and independently
- Maintains professionalism in workplace
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Commitment to personal growth
- Grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills
- Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Willing to work after normal business hours when necessary
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Five (5)+ years’ legal experience in real estate
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
- At ESRT, like our tenants, our employees come from everywhere. We foster a collaborative work environment that captures top talent and cultivates the best ideas. As a Great Place to Work® Certified employer, we are committed to maintaining our positive work culture where employees are engaged and can grow and develop. In addition, ESRT employees embody our Company Culture & Success Factors -
- Adaptable – you are a self-starter who’s able to quickly digest and execute new processes to work both collaboratively and independently
- Dynamic – you are solutions-oriented, aim to improve processes and implement efficiency, and offer insightful feedback to improve ESRT
- Dependable – you take a strong sense of ownership and accountability over your work
- Passionate – you keep up with industry trends and are excited about the potential to propel the industry forward with a “roll-up-your-sleeves” attitude
- Curious – you consistently look for new ways to work smarter, not just harder
- Ethical – you treat others with respect, act with integrity in how you perform your work, and embrace our collaborative culture
- Positive – you possess a service-oriented attitude with excellent follow through
BENEFITS
- Competitive base salary and bonus
- Health/Dental/Vision insurance
- Company sponsored Life, AD&D, STD (with Salary Continuation), and LTD Insurance
- Voluntary Enhanced LTD Program
- Voluntary Hospital, Accident, and Cancer Programs
- 401(k) with 100% match up to 5%
- Paid parental leave
- Pre-tax transit accounts
- Employee Assistance Program for emotional, financial, and legal support
WELL-BEING
- Generous paid time off
- Flex remote work time
- Flex Summer Fridays
- Employee engagement programs
- Volunteer time off
- Continuing education
- Complimentary Empire State Building Observatory access
- Complimentary gym membership and other wellness benefits
- Employee Discount Programs
$100,000 - $130,000 a year
Salary is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, job location, size of property where applicable, and/or certifications. In addition to your base salary, ESRT provides discretionary annual bonuses.
ESRT is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because they drive curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, reproductive choices, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, caregiver status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination. Reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue hardship for the Company are available for applicants and employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs.
