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GEICO is seeking a highly experienced and team-oriented professional to serve as Senior Counsel I supporting GEICO’s commercial real estate contracts and real estate operations. You will be responsible for drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts that support GEICO’s commercial Real Estate and Facilities Management business, such as leases, purchase and sale agreements, estoppel certificates, vendor agreements, and other commercial transactions involving complex facilities management. You will also provide advice and counsel for GEICO’s real estate operations. You will directly report to the Senior Director, Commercial and Technology Contracts in the Legal Department and be a part of a growing and innovative legal team.

Essential Functions:

• Draft, negotiate and advise on complex agreements relating to commercial real estate transactions and facilities management and operations agreements.
• Effectively collaborate cross-functionally with the entire Legal Department and other members of corporate functions including finance, HR, marketing, as necessary.
• Provide advice and counsel relating to the management and administration of commercial real estate.
• Provide strategic business and legal advice to cultivate trusted relationships with business stakeholders and other key partners.
• Manage numerous projects autonomously and under time-sensitive situations with an ability to make sound and quick judgment calls while incorporating the help of subject matter experts or legal leadership as appropriate.
• Demonstrate customer-centric focus and responsiveness to drive successful business outcomes.

Basic Qualificatis:

• 6-8+ years of commercial real estate experience.
• J.D. degree and membership in at least one U.S. state (or D.C.) bar.
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Experience managing high deal volume on tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Experience advising senior business stakeholders.
• Sound legal judgment and problem solving skills

Location - Hybrid: This position requires the individual to work onsite 3-4 days per week in our Chevy Chase, MD or New York, NY office.

Annual Salary

$162,000.00 - $254,000.00

The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.

At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Benefits:

As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our Total Rewards Program* to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:

• Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period

• Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Training and Licensures
• Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.
• Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.