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McBride Homes has an exciting opportunity for a Real Estate Associate Counsel to join our legal team. McBride is Missouri's largest home builder and is an industry leader in residential new home construction. With an expected 800 closings in 2026, McBride is proud to be recognized as the 33rd largest privately owned builder in the United States and the 69th largest overall according to Builder Magazine. We are seeking a talented Real Estate Associate Counsel to be part of a collaborative team, located in our new state-of-the-art facility in Chesterfield ValleyAt McBride Homes, we work hard but also have great company perks. McBride offers competitive compensation, outstanding benefits, 401 (k) plan, paid vacation, and many company outings!Top reasons to work with us:Competitive salary and an annual discretionary bonus program.State-of-the-art software and technologyA collaborative work environment that values innovation and teamwork

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Salary Range: $155,000- $185,000/yr. depending on experience.Key Responsibilities:Assist on legal matters, with an emphasis on land acquisition

Manage zoning entitlement including analysis of zoning codes and presenting projects at zoning meetings throughout the greater St. Louis Metropolitan AreaProvide legal advice related to land acquisition and development Draft and negotiate land acquisition contracts, development agreements, and related documents

Work with our in-house land development team and legal team to analyze due diligence and close land acquisition projects including detailed analysis of title and survey issues and drafting easements and other title related resolution documents

Managing litigation matters including consulting with and coordinating outside counsel as necessary

Assist with dispute resolution involving municipalities, contractors, property owners, and regulatory agencies

Provide advice regarding legal issues in construction and warranty

Report directly to the President of Land Development and the General CounselQualifications:Must be capable of managing and tracking high volume caseload with many priorities and deadlines

Excellent negotiation and drafting skills

Exceptional written communication and oral presentation skills

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail

Ability to analyze and solve complex title and survey issues

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Must be licensed and able to practice law in MissouriA law degree from an ABA accredited law school

Minimum of 2 years of experience in real estate law

McBride is an Equal Opportunity Employer