Overview:

Avila Real Estate is a privately-owned and vertically integrated real estate acquisitions, development, construction, and investment company focused on multifamily and mixed-use and developments in the Atlanta metropolitan area. Its development arm, Avila Development, has an opening for a Development Associate/Paralegal to join its team.

Responsibilities:

Provide real estate, corporate paralegal and administrative support to all existing and potential projects

Organize, maintain and track project files and correspondence

Participate in real estate acquisitions/dispositions due diligence and closings

Assist in coordination of contract compliance, tracking of contract dates, and title/survey review

Attend neighborhood, zoning and governmental meetings, prepare minutes and assist with special projects as needed

Research, maintain and track permit fees

Assist in drafting and packaging Request for Proposal (RFP) responses

Coordinate applications required for municipalities and utilities

Compose professional business-related correspondence

Ability to accurately proofread documents

Ability to read, interpret and understand Civil and Architectural Drawings

Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations through excellent communication skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and interact with all levels in corporate environment

Experience in Real Estate Development, Zoning and Land Entitlement

Qualifications:

Worked in a multifamily/mixed use development environment and/or experience as a paralegal, legal assistant or administrator with a concentration in real estate, property development or related field.

Excellent composition, grammar and communication skills, oral and written

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Detail oriented with effective time management skills

Strong organizational skills, including planning, scheduling and follow-up capabilities