615 Ventures is a Nashville-based investment firm that creates value through the acquisition and management of commercial real estate nationwide. 615 Ventures manages retail, office, industrial, SNTL and residential assets across seven U.S. markets. In addition to our commercial real estate efforts, we also evaluate company acquisitions primarily in the greater Nashville, TN area.

The opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Legal Counsel to join our ambitious team. In this role, you will oversee and manage all legal matters across The 615 Group's diverse businesses as the sole legal person. You will not lead a legal team and must be comfortable being hands-on with tasks. Your responsibilities will include preparing and reviewing commercial real estate leases and sale agreements, negotiating commercial contracts, handling employment law and litigation, managing mergers and acquisitions processes, overseeing communication with external counsel, ensuring compliance with international business and data privacy regulations, and addressing a variety of other legal needs as they arise. You will serve as a strategic advisor to the Founder & CEO, the leadership team, and key stakeholders, providing comprehensive guidance on all legal aspects of our operations.

Location: United States, on-site in Nashville, TN

What you'll do

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including real estate leases, sales agreements, vendor and partnership contracts, purchase agreements, and more. Ensure all contracts align with the company's strategic goals and mitigate potential risks.
Advise on employment law matters, including employee relations, policy compliance, and dispute resolution. Collaborate closely with HR to develop and implement company policies that comply with local and international laws.
Lead and manage all legal aspects of real estate and M&A transactions, including due diligence, deal structuring, negotiation, and post-transaction integration. Provide strategic guidance to the leadership team on potential risks and opportunities related to these activities.
Identify, assess, and manage legal risks across the company. Develop and implement risk management strategies to safeguard the company's interests.
Monitor and advise on regulatory developments that may impact the company's operations.
Ensure compliance with all applicable local, national, and international regulations and industry standards, with a particular focus on data privacy and governance.
Protect and manage the company's intellectual property portfolio, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights.
Oversee and manage all litigation matters, working with external counsel as necessary, and represent the company's interests in disputes.
Serve as the primary legal advisor to the business, providing clear and actionable legal advice on various matters.

Who you are

Minimum of 5 years of legal experience in law firms or in-house roles.
Expertise in drafting and negotiating contracts, especially in real estate.
Extensive experience with employment law, M&A, and litigation management with strong business acumen.
Knowledge of global compliance, data privacy, and regulatory requirements.
Strong communication skills to advise executive teams and cross-functional collaboration.
Ability to work independently as the sole legal person without leading a team.
An agile professional who excels in a fast-paced setting, continuously adapting strategies to drive business needs forward.
Reside in or are willing to relocate to Nashville, Tennessee.

What we offer you

Our benefits and programs are designed to make life better for you and your family...

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance and beginning the first of the month after working with us for 30 days
401(k) retirement plan with 50% match (up to 6% of your annual contributions)
20 Days Paid Time Off (includes holidays, personal days, sick days, vacation days)
Catered lunches 4 times per week in office
Weekly career development meetings for your first month

Work authorization

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire in an employer approved US state and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

Salary Range

We seek to hire top-tier individuals and intend for our compensation to be at a rate that allows us to recruit and retain individuals who align with our core values, purpose, mission, and vision. Final total compensation is based on a multitude of factors including, but not limited to, skill level, relevant experience to the position, and cost of labor.

Annual pay range

$100,000—$150,000 USD

Total annual compensation including bonuses up to:

$110,000—$180,000 USD

EOE statement

We believe that our differences make us stronger, and thus foster a diverse and inclusive culture where people feel safe being themselves. 615 Ventures is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law.

Pre-employment screening required.

615 Ventures does not engage with external staffing agencies. Any candidates introduced by such firms will not be eligible for compensation.

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