Vice President, Legal Commercial

Description Assistant Vice President, Commercial Property Management – Upland, CA The Lewis Group of Companies is a collection of independent entities focused on the real estate industry. We’ve devoted 70 years to creating lasting value for our employees, clients, partners, and the wider communities we serve. Our company is made up of people who value honesty and genuine relationships, and our success stems from thoughtful planning and commitment to quality. About your new career: This executive leadership role serves as the second-in-command for our Commercial Property Management division, providing operational leadership across a diverse portfolio of retail centers, office parks, and mixed-use properties throughout Southern and Northern California. Based in our Upland Corporate Office, you will partner closely with the Vice President of Commercial Property Management to ensure operational excellence across the portfolio while leading a team of Property Managers responsible for delivering exceptional tenant experiences, maintaining high-quality assets, and achieving strong operational performance. Your duties will include: Serve as the Vice President's principal operational partner and provide leadership continuity across the department. Act on behalf of the VP during periods of absence while ensuring strategic matters are appropriately escalated. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of approximately three to five Property Managers and support staff. Establish performance expectations, accountability measures, and operational standards across the portfolio. Conduct property reviews and operational audits to ensure consistent execution of company policies and best practices. Serve as the primary escalation point for operational, tenant, vendor, and property-related issues. Lead Portfolio Operations Oversee the day-to-day operational execution of the commercial portfolio in alignment with the Vice President's strategic direction. Help ensure exceptional tenant service, property appearance, maintenance standards, and operational performance. Oversee preventative maintenance programs, property inspections, life-safety compliance, and risk management initiatives. Review vendor contracts, maintenance programs, and service proposals within delegated authority. Coordinate closely with Construction, Development, Leasing, Accounting, Legal, and Marketing teams to support portfolio objectives. Oversee operational aspects of tenant move-ins, renewals, relocations, and tenant improvement projects. Build Tenant & Vendor Partnerships Foster long-term relationships with tenants, contractors, vendors, and business partners. Support Property Managers in resolving complex tenant concerns and strengthening tenant retention. Participate in tenant meetings and major negotiations alongside the Vice President as needed. Support Financial Performance Assist with operating budgets, capital plans, financial forecasting, and ownership reporting. Review operating results, forecasts, and variances with Property Managers and recommend operational improvements. Monitor operating expenses, recoveries, contract performance, and other key property metrics. Support executive reporting, business planning, and budget presentations. Drive Continuous Improvement Champion operational excellence through consistent implementation of company policies, procedures, and service standards. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, tenant satisfaction, and property performance. Lead special projects, process improvements, and technology initiatives. Promote a culture centered on accountability, collaboration, innovation, and exceptional customer service. Ensure compliance with applicable laws, lease requirements, company policies, and workplace safety standards. Skills for Success Our ideal candidate is an experienced commercial property management executive who combines operational expertise with leadership, business acumen, and relationship-building skills. Top candidates will typically possess: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Property Management, Finance, or a related field preferred 7–10+ years of progressively responsible commercial property management experience with 5–7+ years of leadership experience managing Property Managers or multi-property teams Demonstrated success leading multi-property operations through subordinate managers Experience managing retail, office, industrial, and/or mixed-use commercial portfolios Strong knowledge of lease administration, CAM reconciliations, budgeting, financial reporting, tenant relations, and commercial property operations Experience with MRI or similar property management software preferred California Real Estate License preferred Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Please note: This position requires regular travel to company properties throught. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required. Salary & Perks Starting base salary range of $140-$160k per experience level Annual bonus and raise eligibility Comprehensive health benefits plans and 401(k) with company match Paid vacation, holidays, and PTO time Outstanding career growth opportunities A collaborative leadership environment where your contributions make a lasting impact Join our Team: We are a family-led community development group of companies committed to elevating the standards of living and quality of life for every customer, employee, partner, investor and community served. If this sounds like a fit, we’d love to hear from you. Lewis Management Corp. is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants of diverse backgrounds to apply. Please note: This posting is a summary of the role's primary duties. For a comprehensive list of essential functions, physical demands, and formal requirements, please request the full internal job description.

ELGIN VALUES Core behavioural responsibilities for all employees   Agility  We Lead with Agility   Integrity  We Act with Integrity Excellence  We Empower Excellence Care We Value Care JOB DESCRIPTION Elgin is seeking an experienced, commercially astute, and well-connected Senior Manager/ Vice President, M&A to play a leading role within its Transactions team, with a core focus on the Italian market. The role sits at the heart of Elgin’s growth strategy and involves originating, shaping and executing investment opportunities in Italy, working within the Group Transactions framework and in close collaboration with Elgin’s Italian team.    The successful candidate will operate with a high degree of autonomy, leading transactions end‑to‑end, while acting as a senior contributor to structuring, investment decision-making and execution strategy. The role will work closely with the Head of Transactions (based in Dublin) and senior stakeholders and will be integral to the development and evolution of the Transactions function over time.   They will also act as a key advisor on Italian market dynamics and opportunities, operating within Elgin’s Group investment strategy and governance framework. The role will contribute to strategic decision‑making through the preparation and presentation of high‑quality analysis and recommendations to the Investment Committee and senior management.   Based in our Rome office, the role will work closely with Elgin’s Italian and other country teams and will be expected to play a central role in contributing to and executing Elgin’s M&A strategy in Italy. What you will do: * Lead M&A activity in Italy, shaping origination approach, market positioning and opportunity selection, as part of the Group Transactions function. * Lead and drive M&A origination, building a proactive pipeline of acquisition, partnership and platform opportunities through strong relationships with developers, investors and advisers. * Take full ownership of Italian transactions (e.g. M&A, divestments, JVs, capital recycling) from origination through to completion, aligned with investment strategy. * Prepare and present high-quality materials to senior management and the Investment Committee, including investment papers, valuations and risk assessments to support executive and Board-level decision-making. * Lead commercial, financial and strategic due diligence, coordinating internal teams and managing external advisers (legal, financial, technical, tax). * Negotiate transaction documentation in conjunction with legal advisers, focusing on commercial risk, value protection and execution certainty. * Act as a key execution lead and trusted counterpart to internal functions (Development, Finance, Legal, Technical), escalating key issues and recommendations to the Head of Transactions as required. YOUR PROFILE * Extensive experience in M&A / transactions, ideally within renewables, infrastructure or energy. * A relevant professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CFA or equivalent). * Proven track record of sourcing and successfully closing transactions in Italy, with direct experience navigating Italian counterparties, processes and deal dynamics. * Strong network across the Italian market, including developers, investors, advisors and financing counterparties, with demonstrated ability to originate proprietary or off-market opportunities. * Deep understanding of the Italian regulatory environment, including permitting, incentives (e.g. FER), grid connection frameworks and offtake structures. * Proven ability to drive origination and execution in-market with a high degree of autonomy, while influencing senior decision-makers and aligning with central investment governance. * Excellent financial modelling, valuation and commercial analysis skills, with the ability to challenge assumptions and drive investment decisions. * Deep understanding of deal structuring, risk allocation and transaction documentation. * Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with confidence operating at senior management and Investment Committee level. * Highly organized, commercially minded and comfortable operating in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment. * Fluent level of Italian and English (essential).