Land Use – Associate (Junior to Mid-Level) – Denver

Job Summary

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for an Associate in the Land Use Practice of our Denver office. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Associate to join our Land Use team. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in land use, zoning, real estate development, or related regulatory matters. Experience with entitlement and permitting processes, including interaction with municipal and governmental authorities, is preferred. Familiarity with Colorado land use laws and local regulatory frameworks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drafting land use applications, development agreements, zoning analyses, and related materials
• Working with clients from various industries including energy, aerospace, mining, hospitality, and outdoor recreation
• Assisting clients in navigating the complex process of obtaining zoning and other land use entitlements, building permits, and certificates of occupancy
• Collaborating with clients to meet federal, state, and local environmental mandates and obtain necessary permits
• Managing a diverse workload and demonstrating strong interpersonal, organizational, and administrative skills

Requirements

• Admission to the Colorado Bar or eligibility for prompt admission
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and administrative skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage a diverse workload

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in land use, zoning, real estate development, or related regulatory matters
• Experience with entitlement and permitting processes, including interaction with municipal and governmental authorities
• Familiarity with Colorado land use laws and local regulatory frameworks

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus
• Health insurance with an optional HSA
• Short term and long term disability
• Dental and vision care
• Life insurance
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K
• Vacation and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary accident, life, disability, critical illness, and cancer insurance
• Pet insurance

Pay

The expected pay range for this position is $210,000 to $250,000 per year. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Schedule

Full-time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program.

Additional Programs

• Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets

EEO Statement

Greenberg Traurig is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.