Assistant General Counsel at Sunrise Senior Living Mgmt Inc — McLean, VA

Why Join Sunrise Senior Living

Sunrise is seeking a strategic, business-minded Assistant General Counsel (Transactional) to support our Real Estate, Development, and Asset Management teams.

What You’ll Do

• Provide legal counsel on real estate transactions and development projects
• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, LOIs, financings, and management contracts
• Support joint ventures, asset acquisitions, and portfolio transactions
• Oversee title and survey diligence processes
• Advise senior leaders on corporate, contract, and compliance matters
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align legal strategy with business goals
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and internal policies

You will play a key role in structuring and negotiating complex transactions that drive Sunrise’s growth and portfolio performance.

What We’re Looking For

• 6–7 years legal experience in corporate, real estate, or finance law
• Background in transactional and development work preferred
• Active bar license in good standing
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and drafting skills
• Sound legal and business judgment
• Ability to influence stakeholders across all levels
• Senior living or hospitality industry experience preferred

Assistant General Counsel – Provide Strategic Legal Guidance Corporate Counsel | Assistant General Counsel | Legal Compliance Pay Range:

187,680.00 - 234,600.00

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
• Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
• myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift
• Tuition Reimbursement
• In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program.
• Some benefits have eligibility requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer