Real Estate Lawyer

at  Colt Technology Services

Colt is the New Standard in high bandwidth network and voice services for enterprises and wholesale customers in Europe, Asia and North America’s largest business hubs. With a global reach but a deep local presence, Colt is big enough to deliver and small enough to care.
Role Title: Lawyer
Department: Corporate, Legal
Location: Colt House, London, UK
Set up: Hybrid

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provides support on pan-European and international real estate matters as instructed
• Engages effectively with internal clients at senior management level and the Project Management Office directly, and provides support on legal matters as required
• Manages workload and prioritises effectively
• Sets clear and achievable expectations with internal customers
• Proactively follows up on actions and deliverables
• Delivers project completion in a timely and efficient manner
• Evaluate and weigh multiple inputs and impacts of any decision or course of action
• Anticipate issues and estimate risks strategically, identify proactive solutions that will eliminate or mitigate risks

EXPERIENCE

• Strong real estate transactional and commercial background in private practice or industry
• In-house legal experience, preferably in the technology/Data Centre industry
• Experience in commercially-focused legal environment
• Experience of working effectively within a fast moving, multi-jurisdictional organisation
• Good knowledge and experience of managing and negotiating real estate transactions in a European context
• Familiar with European business culture, having worked previously in a multi-national organisation

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualified solicitor or barrister (PQE 3-5)
• Verbal and written fluency in English and preferably at least one other major European language
• Ability to efficiently manage a high workload, with a multitude of projects running in parallel, setting correct expectations and ensuring timely delivery
• Commercially minded, looking beyond pure legal issues, having regard to the overall success of the business
• Ability to appreciate commercial, financial and strategic issues
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the confidence and ability to interact directly with senior management as well as at all other levels
• Communicates clearly and fluently, negotiating and influencing where appropriate; gains respect and confidence
• Good team player with ability to work independently
• Adapts quickly to changing environment

As a Real Estate Lawyer, the primary mission is to bolster the Company’s legal endeavors by providing comprehensive support across all facets of real estate law. The role is centered on facilitating pan-European and international corporate matters, with a specialized focus on non-routine transactions within designated projects, notably including data centers spin-offs and disposals.
Key responsibilities encompass overseeing site disposals, managing lease renewals, amendments, and renegotiations, as well as drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various real estate agreements. Integral to the role is the provision of hands-on legal support and advice, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and compliance with legal standards. The Real Estate Lawyer operates under the direct accountability of the Vice President, Corporate Law, playing a vital role in delivering effective legal support within the realm of real estate operation