Wesgroup Properties, a family business that started in British Columbia more than 60 years ago, is now one of Western Canada’s largest private real estate companies with a diversified portfolio spanning across residential and commercial real estate. Wesgroup owns and manages over 3.8 million square feet of commercial and multi-family real estate and has built more than 7,000 homes in 100 communities. With the active projects in our development pipeline, the portfolio will grow to over 5 million square feet over the next five years. Our operations are vertically integrated, encompassing land acquisition, development, construction, finance, design, marketing, sales, leasing, and property management. We have a long history of looking forward and we are dedicated to conducting business in line with our values of adaptability, accountability, relationships, and observing The Golden Rule without fail.

PROFILE SUMMARY

Wesgroup is poised for substantial growth over the next several years and in preparation for this exciting and challenging phase, we are actively seeking a highly engaged, driven and experienced Lease Administrator to join our team.

The Lease Administrator’s primary obligation will be to support Wesgroup’s leasing team by preparing offers to lease, lease agreements, assignments, renewals, notices and other matters concerning our commercial tenants. You will be responsible for documenting and monitoring our obligations to tenants, including exclusivity rights, deposits, and condition periods. Additionally, you will work collaboratively with our property management team to address lease-related issues during tenancies. You will work closely with our Senior Designated Paralegal, leasing managers and property managers.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Prepare various agreements and documents relating to commercial leasing, including offers to lease, lease agreements, renewal agreements, assignment agreements, notices, estoppels, and other tenant correspondence.
Manage and control lease documentation start to finish to within deadlines, and track and monitor lease conditions to endure that they are met in a timely manner.
Maintain Wesgroup’s database of leasing precedents and update as required.
Understanding and navigating Wesgroup’s leasing transaction, legal and other appliable software platforms

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

2+ years’ experience in reviewing and/or drafting corporate/ commercial legal agreements
2+ years’ experience as legal assistant or paralegal in a law firm or inhouse legal department considered an asset.
College, Trade or Technical Diploma in Legal, Paralegal or equivalent training
Drafting lease documentation from existing precedents.
Understanding corporate structures
Performing corporate due diligence reviews of potential tenants
Excellent computer skills, particularly in Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Strong written, oral and communication skills.
Highly organized, ability to follow up and to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently as well as part of a larger team.
Ability to work with minimal supervision, exercising strong attention to detail, initiative and judgment.

EXPECTED COMPENSATION

Annual Base Salary: The expected salary range for this role is $60,000 - $70,000 per annum. Actual offered salary will depend on individual experience, qualifications, geographic location, market conditions for the role, and internal equity.
Annual Bonus Program: Wesgroup offers a competitive Annual Bonus Program that is intended to financially reward eligible employees for their contribution to the Company’s financial and overall success.

WHAT WE OFFER

A competitive compensation package with robust and extensive health benefits.
A fun and inclusive culture supported by an employee-led Culture Committee with sponsorship from the CEO, providing you with opportunities to participate in group workouts, team sports, company-wide social events or celebrations, and other great initiatives that foster Wesgroup’s culture.
The Wesgroup Store, stocked with amazing name-brand apparel and items to purchase using points earned for milestones, participation, and going above and beyond.
A Lifestyle Spending Account which includes coverage for fitness, daycare, and eldercare costs. Wesgroup also covers the cost for all employees to attend two (2) fitness classes per week at partnering fitness facilities to promote wellbeing.
Wesgroup supports a broad range of community initiatives through donations and employee volunteer activities, including five (5) paid days off to volunteer your time each year and give back to our communities.
Stocked kitchens with healthy (and not-so-healthy!) snacks, fresh fruit and veggies, sparkling water, premium coffees and teas with a wide range of dairy alternatives to support your daily caffeine hit.
A brand-new, beautifully designed office downtown with incredible views of the ocean and North Shore mountains, across from the Burrard sky train station.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in exploring this exciting opportunity to join one of Western Canada’s largest real estate companies, please visit our website at https://wesgroup.ca/careers/ and apply with your resume and cover letter today. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for follow-up will be contacted.

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