Assistant Corporate Counsel

Expeditors is seeking a seasoned, motivated, and well-qualified real estate attorney to step into an Assistant Corporate Counsel position supporting the company’s Real Estate and Global Sourcing practice group.

As an Assistant Corporate Counsel, you will support the global Legal Department in representing Expeditors’ best interests in interactions with landlords, vendors, and service providers. Day-to-day, you will be responsible for advising internal clients on best practices, risk mitigation strategies, and corporate requirements, as well as drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex agreements.

Responsibilities:

• Handle real estate leasing, amendments, estoppels, and construction build-outs.
• Lead or support commercial procurement and capital project contracting.
• Provide clear, business-centric legal guidance to internal clients.
• Partner cross-functionally with legal, procurement, and operations teams worldwide.
• Assist with outside counsel management as part of the Legal Department’s strategic initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• JD and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 5+ years of legal practice, with deep experience in commercial real estate.
• Prior in-house experience preferred; law firm experience welcomed.
• Excellent judgment, the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, and a sense of humor.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Industry experience in logistics, supply chain, or transportation is a plus.
• Full-time, in-office attendance required.