Operations Counsel

Title: Operations Counsel Location: Boca Raton, FL (Full Time/In Office) About Kayne Anderson Real Estate Kayne Anderson Real Estate is a leading real estate investment firm, managing $22 billion in assets across opportunistic equity, core equity, and real estate debt, with sector expertise in medical office, seniors housing, off-campus student housing, multifamily housing, self-storage, and light industrial. Kayne Anderson Real Estate is part of Kayne Anderson, a $43 billion alternative investment management firm with more than 41 years of experience in the real estate, credit, infrastructure, and energy sectors. With more than 130 professionals, Kayne Anderson Real Estate has consistently demonstrated its ability to bring more to an opportunity than equity capital, enhancing a project's overall performance and quality by incorporating best practices and effective alternatives in the design, construction, financing, and operation of investments. The firm's entrepreneurial spirit and resilient culture, combined with a reputation for quick response, firm commitment, and timely execution, has solidified Kayne Anderson Real Estate's reputation and resulted in strong relationships with developers, owners, operators, financing sources, and other intermediaries. (As of June 30, 2026) Requirements Responsibilities: Assist in coordinating and managing operational activities related to construction projectsSupport the preparation, negotiation, and administration of third-party contracts and vendor agreementsConduct reviews and maintain accurate records of contractual obligations, deliverables, and performance metricsOversee and coordinate activities related to litigation matters, including liaising with legal counsel and reviewing claims recordsEnsure proper management, compliance, and execution of corporate contracts in alignment with organizational policies and applicable lawsCollaborate with internal departments and external partners to resolve operational, contractual, and compliance issues efficientlyMaintain organized documentation and reporting systems to support communication and decision-making between business and legal departments Qualifications: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. Admission to the state bar and in good standingMinimum of two years of relevant experience and familiarity with contractsAbility to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneouslyCollaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teamsAnalytical, creative, and innovative approach to solving problems. Excellent negotiation and written, verbal, and presentation communication skills Benefits Competitive medical, dental, and vision insuranceFlexible spending accounts (dependent care, healthcare, limited purpose FSA)Accident and Critical Illness insuranceLong Term Disability insuranceCompetitive 401(k) benefitsPet healthcare savings programMember's Only Healthcare - healthcare navigationWellHub - corporate wellness platform$10,000 lifetime reimbursement for family forming services (e.g. IVF, adoption, surrogacy)Rocket Lawyer legal benefitsReimbursement of professional society memberships and exam feesUp to $10,000 matching annually for contributions to qualified non-for-profit organizationsParental leave Employment with the company is contingent on the applicant being able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States at the time of hire. Equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.