Relationship Manager, Legal Counsel

Overview

A leading organization in the Real Estate & Construction sector is seeking a Relationship Manager Legal Counsel. This role focuses on initiatives combining scalable technology, AI-enabled capabilities, and business transformation. The position involves collaborating with engineering, product, and business teams to translate complex requirements into practical technology solutions. It offers the opportunity to influence architecture, execution quality, and long-term innovation within the Real Estate & Construction environment.

Location: Remote (U.S. based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available)

Compensation: $148,600 – $198,200 annually

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
• Provide legal advice and guidance on trust-related matters, including compliance and risk management
• Review, draft, and interpret trust documents, agreements, and related legal materials
• Partner with business units to ensure trust services comply with legal and regulatory requirements
• Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with trust activities
• Support client onboarding, account maintenance, and issue resolution
• Stay current on applicable laws, regulations, and industry trends impacting trust services

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• 5–12+ years of experience in trust law, estate planning, estate settlement, trust administration, or related legal field
• Strong understanding of fiduciary responsibilities and trust administration

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in client relationship management
• Familiarity with legal compliance software (e.g., Opus2) for managing legal documents and compliance
• Experience with data management systems for recording client interactions and transactions
• Knowledge of regulatory research tools for staying current on laws and trends in trust services
• Proficiency with collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Slack) for cross-functional teamwork

Skills and Attributes

• High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally
• Ability to foster strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions and transactions, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity organization and encourages applications from candidates even if they do not meet every qualification, recognizing that diverse backgrounds can contribute valuable perspectives.