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Assistant General Counsel

**Why Join Sunrise Senior Living**

**At Sunrise Senior Living, we believe meaningful work starts with purpose. Our team members are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of residents every day.**

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

_Ready to take the next step and make a bigger impact than you ever imagined?_ As part of our team, you will help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when combined with the support, benefits, and growth opportunities we offer, the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything you need to reach your goals – at work and in your life.

We also offer benefits and other compensation that include:

+ 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

**_Apply today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to Work®_**

**Equal Opportunity Employer**

Sunrise Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sunrise Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.


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