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ADP is hiring a Sr. Counsel, Real Estate

ADP is seeking an experienced real estate attorney to lead complex commercial transactions and other legal matters for ADP’s real estate portfolio, which consists of approximately 9 million square feet (3 million owned and 6 million leased). The successful candidate will have a strong business orientation and be responsible for collaborating with multiple stakeholders within ADP’s Corporate Real Estate group.

Responsibilities

Utilize balanced lawyering to efficiently and effectively draft, negotiate and execute leases and renewals with limited supervision. Be able to independently lead a transaction to buy and sell land as neededVarious work to maintain ADP’s real estate portfolio, including estoppels, SNDAs, broker agreements, reviewing title commitments, surveys, environmental reports and due diligence materials, as well as dealing with defaults and facility concernsProvide M&A support for transactions with real estate concernsWork effectively with various stakeholders, including design, project management and facilities to ensure projects are done on timeInterface with all levels of ADP personnel to advise on contract-related matters and ensure contract terms are consistent with ADP's business practices, policies and goalsDevelop and conduct periodic training on contract terms, ADP’s positions and the contracting process for sales, business and legal colleaguesContribute to, and maintain, ADP’s culture of innovation and growth while effectively managing riskPerform special assignments and projects as directed

A Little About ADP

We are a global leader in human resources technology, offering the latest AI and machine learning-enhanced payroll, tax, human resources, benefits, and much more. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive, down-to-earth culture that welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. We've received recognition as a global Best Places to Work and a recipient of many prestigious awards for diversity, equity, and inclusion, including a DiversityInc® Top 50 Company, Best CEO and company for women, LGBTQ+, multicultural talent, and more. As part of our deep DEI commitment, our CEO has joined the OneTen coalition to create one million jobs for Black Americans within ten years. Learn more about DEI at ADP on our YouTube channel: http://adp.careers/DEI_Videos

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Qualifications

Juris Doctorate from an accredited U.S. law school requiredMember in good standing of the New Jersey bar or able to obtain inhouse qualification8+ years of relevant legal real estate experience 3+ years at a top law firm and in house experience preferred with emphasis on negotiation of leases and analysis and management of contractual riskSuperior knowledge of leasing and real estate transactionsStrong legal analytical ability and business judgmentExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work under pressure and meet multiple deadlineAbility to interface effectively with associates at all levels of ADP management, external lawyers and business associates of clients, partners and vendorsAbility to be assertive while maintaining a diplomatic and professional demeanorAbility to manage transactions to completion and anticipate issues that may ariseExperience providing Merger & Acquisition supportExperience with environmental/sustainability transactions and/or green certificationsBased in Roseland, New Jersey with hybrid work environment per ADP’s policy (3 days in office /2 days remote)

You'll Love Working Here Because

Be yourself in a culture that values equity, inclusion, and belonging and creates a safe space for diverse perspectives and insights.Belong by joining one of nine Business Resource Groups to connect globally with networks and allies who share common interests and experiences.Grow your career in an agile, fast-paced environment with plenty of opportunities to progress.Continuously learn through ongoing training, development, and mentorship opportunities.Be your healthiest. Best-in-class benefits start on Day 1 because healthy associates are happy ones.Focus on your mental health and well-being. We're here to provide exceptional service to our clients, and none of that happens without each of us taking care of ourselves and being there for one another.Join a company committed to giving back and generating a lasting, positive impact upon the communities in which we work and live.Get paid to pay it forward. Company-paid time off for volunteering for causes you care about.

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