Part-Time General Counsel

UNIS requires a part-time General Counsel to serve as a strategic legal partner to its executive team. The role centres on commercial real estate matters including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating leases, subleases, purchase and sale agreements, letters of intent, and brokerage agreements. Beyond real estate, the counsel provides guidance on California employment law, HR advisory matters, and corporate governance, bridging legal rigour with operational priorities.

The position requires active membership in the California State Bar, at least five years of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise in commercial real estate and landlord-tenant law, and the ability to independently manage complex transactions. Preferred candidates will have exposure to industrial and warehouse properties, multistate portfolios, and prior in-house experience supporting real estate or logistics organisations.

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial leases, subleases, amendments, and related real estate agreements to mitigate risk and support business objectives.
• Review and negotiate letters of intent, purchase and sale agreements, and brokerage and commission agreements.
• Advise executive leadership on lease obligations, landlord-tenant disputes, and property issues with practical, proactive guidance.
• Counsel HR and leadership on California employment matters including hiring, performance management, discipline, terminations, and separation agreements.
• Oversee and coordinate outside counsel on specialised legal matters, managing costs and timelines to achieve optimal outcomes.

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in the California State Bar in good standing.
• Minimum five years of relevant legal experience with substantial expertise in commercial real estate, lease negotiations, and California landlord-tenant law.
• Proven ability to independently manage and negotiate complex commercial real estate transactions.
• Demonstrated experience advising employers on California employment law, including workplace investigations and terminations.
• Strong business judgement and the ability to communicate legal risks clearly to executive and operational stakeholders.

UNIS is a logistics and commercial real estate organisation operating at growth stage. The company partners legal counsel closely with its executive leadership to support property transactions, operational compliance, and strategic decision-making across its portfolio.