Executive Vice President, General Counsel at Brookfield Properties Inc. — NeverHard

Location Brookfield Place - 181 Bay Street Job Description We Are Brookfield Properties: At Brookfield Properties, our success starts with our people. Brookfield Properties develops and operates real estate investments on behalf of Brookfield Asset Management - one of the largest alternative asset managers in the world. From office to retail, logistics to multifamily, and hospitality to development, we work across sectors to bring high-quality, sustainable real estate to life around the globe every day. In Canada, Brookfield Properties develop, asset manage, lease and operate best-in-class downtown office complexes across our high conviction Calgary and Toronto portfolios which today totals 18 million square feet of operational assets and 2 million square feet of new development inventory. We are seeking a new experienced Senior Counsel to lead the Canadian Brookfield Office Properties legal team. This role serves as General Counsel for Office Properties in Canada and is accountable for all legal matters impacting the business across Canada and providing strategic legal leadership in support of organizational objectives. Key responsibilities include leading and developing the Canadian legal team, overseeing external legal service providers, and acting as a trusted advisor to senior management nationwide. The General Counsel will also take the lead on matters of national significance, ensuring robust governance, effective risk management, and alignment between legal strategy and business priorities across Canada. Role & Responsibilities: Act as senior legal advisor across all major commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, development, construction, leasing, and financings, providing strategic and commercially sound legal counsel to executive and business teams Lead the in-house drafting, review, negotiation and interpretation of complex commercial leases and other lease related documentation Collaborate with internal teams, including asset management, leasing, finance, operations, marketing, tax, and executive leadership to provide legal guidance and implementation of business initiatives Advise on lease enforcement and insolvency related matters and implement pre-litigation enforcement proceedings as needed Proactive advice on emerging legal, operational, and risk considerations Lead and develop the Canadian Legal team, including talent management, mentoring, and performance leadership Retain, manage and work with external legal counsel and service providers, including oversight of litigation files and insurance matters. Oversee legal enablement of operational platforms (such as lease administration systems and document management systems) and support the development and implementation of Canadian corporate policies Participate in enterprise‑level performance management and review processes Identify and mitigate legal, business and operational risks Your Qualifications: EXPERIENCE: 10-15+ years of senior legal experience with deep focus on large scale Canadian commercial real estate and commercial leasing Proven leadership experience within a large corporate real estate owner/operator, asset manager, pension fund, institutional investor, or leading law firm Extensive expertise across acquisitions, dispositions, commercial leasing, development, joint ventures, financings, and asset management Demonstrated ability to advise executive teams on complex legal, regulatory, and risk matters EDUCATION/DESIGNATIONS/LICENSES: Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from an accredited Canadian law school Member in good standing with a Canadian provincial or territorial law society (e.g., Law Society of Ontario); multi-jurisdictional experience within Canada is an asset TECHNICAL & LEGAL PRACTICE SKILLS: Expertise in real estate financing and capital markets, including mortgage bonds, credit facilities, and private placements; strong familiarity with OMs, trust indentures, and key debt structures Proven ability to lead complex office leasing transactions, including negotiation of leases and LOIs Experience in joint venture structuring and governance, including partnership and shareholder agreements, capital structures, and investor rights Strong capability in development and construction matters, including development agreements, CCDC/GMP contracts, and regulatory (zoning, permitting, environmental) frameworks Track record in acquisitions and dispositions, including PSAs, due diligence, and negotiation of reps, warranties, and indemnities Solid understanding of governance, regulatory compliance, and enterprise risk management within a real estate environment Ability to lead and manage external counsel and financial counterparties, ensuring alignment with internal business teams Knowledge of IManage and lease administration platforms such as VTS and Yardi is an asset Advanced Microsoft Word/Outlook Personal Skills: Strategic and business-minded legal leader with the ability to align legal advice to organizational objectives and broader commercial priorities Exceptional communicator who translates complex legal matters into clear, actionable guidance for executive stakeholders Proven leader of high-performing teams, with experience managing legal functions and external counsel Trusted advisor with strong judgment, integrity, and the ability to guide leadership in high-stakes, ambiguous situations Proactive risk manager, adept at identifying and mitigating legal and regulatory risks Agile and solutions-oriented, balancing legal rigor with practical business needs while building strong cross-functional relationships Your Career @ Brookfield Properties: At Brookfield Properties, your career progression is important to us. As a successful employee, you will have the opportunity to grow within your team, department, and across the Brookfield organization. Our leadership teams are dedicated to the accomplishments of their employees. We also invest time into training and developing our people. End your job search and find your career today, at Brookfield Properties. Why Brookfield Properties? We imagine, create, and operate on a foundation of values to build a better world, together. Brookfield Properties strives to create spaces where going to work never feels routine. As a Brookfield Properties employee, you will enjoy many benefits such as Group RRSP, tuition reimbursement, summer Fridays, paid maternity leave and more. There is also a generous employee referral program because we want our existing team members to help us build a more diverse workplace through their networks. Brookfield Properties is an equal opportunity employer, and we foster an inviting, inclusive and collaborative environment. Brookfield is committed to accommodating the individual needs of all applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process as required under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We may use AI to assist in our search to identify the best candidate. Position Opening Reason: New Position We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Accordingly, we will accommodate the needs of all qualified applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. #BPCA BGRE is a premier, global real estate partner to the world’s most ambitious businesses. It operates and develops the real estate they rely on to grow with conviction across markets and sectors. The company combines global scale with deep local expertise, managing more than 260 MSF of office, logistics, hospitality, retail and living space in gateway markets around the world on behalf of Brookfield. Supported by thousands of employees worldwide, BGRE is committed to building strong partnerships, operating sustainably and creating places where people can work, live, connect and thrive. For more information, visit bgre.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr