Job Description

Corporate Counsel I - PaarlWho We AreSBA Communications (SBA) is an industry leader in providing the wireless infrastructure that makes communication work, with a track record of growth throughout the Americas, South Africa and Southeast Asia. Our purpose is to enable the communications that are essential in connecting people. We are listed on NASDAQ under the symbol SBAC and our organization is part of the S&P 500. SBA is also one of the top 20 Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) based on market capitalization.The PeopleOur success stems from our collaborative environment, where differences are appreciated and our team members are considered our most valued asset. Together we uphold the highest moral and ethical standards, are excellent stewards of our financial resources, we prioritize quality and we do things right the first time. We innovate new, efficient and effective ways to do business, and we go the extra mile to provide excellent customer service to our clients and to each other. We enjoy each otherxe2x80x99s company and we work hard to make those around us successful.The PerksOne of our values is to be People Focused, and as such, we are committed to our team membersxe2x80x99 current and evolving needs through our global compensation and benefits programs. Our strategy is to provide programs and resources focused on four pillars of overall well-being: Physical, Emotional, Financial and Social. Additionally, we help our team members navigate their path towards financial security through our Global Stock Ownership and Employee Stock Purchase Programs.Your Next Career Opportunity xe2x80x93 Corporate Counsel IProvide legal support and counseling in connection with asset management and corporate contracts and documents as requested by various company departments.What You Will Do xe2x80x93 Primary ResponsibilitiesAnalyze property title and related property documentation to assess the legal feasibility to install telecommunication towers.Assist with preparation of various risk assessments regarding issues with property title, mortgage bonds, servitudes, and the validity of contracts and restrictive conditions, including alternatives to mitigate and control such risks.Research and analyze all applicable law sources, statutes and legal precedent in order to analyze and/or form legal opinions and documentation.Conduct legal research on local laws, regulations and jurisprudence applicable to specified matters.Assist to draft, review and negotiate a wide range of legal contracts and agreements.Assist with general asset/real estate management matters.Assist and follow up with registration of properties and contracts.Assist, prepare and coordinate corporate and regulatory filings.Assist with vendor due diligence process.Assist with litigation support and oversight, including with pre-litigation disputes and issues.Coordinate and implement projects to improve the internal legal processes.Comply with the companyxe2x80x99s defined Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) procedures and regulations.Maintain corporate records.Coordinate and implement projects to improve the internal in country legal processes of the company.Resolve issues related to ground leases and permits, which may require travel.Assist with general litigation control, including the updating of the litigation trackers with the control of deadlines and scheduled hearings etc.Assist other departments with purchases, extensions, amendments and abatements.General legal advisor responsibilities and the ability to resolve routine legal and real estate issues.Legal due diligence with respect to Merger and Acquisition (M&A) transactions and their corresponding Master Lease Agreements (MLA) in sale leaseback deals.What Youxe2x80x99ll Need xe2x80x93 Qualifications & RequirementsMasterxe2x80x99s Degree Juris Doctorate (U.S.)Bachelor's Degree Degree in Law/US equivalent of Juris Doctorate (International)0-2 years experience in real estate, contracts and negotiations, including, but not limited to title and due diligence, litigation, contracts and compliance, landlord-tenant relations, development and construction.Wireless industry knowledge preferred.Experience and knowledge in tenancy lawExperience and knowledge in Real Estate Law or Contract Law.

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