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Digital Realty Trust · Dallas, TX

Sr. Legal Director M&A - Real Estate

Dallas, TX, United StatesOn-siteDirectorLegal & Compliance

Listed on Digital Realty Trust’s official careers site. Posted August 26, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.

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Job description

This role serves as a legal authority, offering comprehensive legal advice and services to internal stakeholders within the organization. The position requires oversight of legal risk, compliance, and governance, while also engaging with external parties such as vendors and regulators when necessary. The role is responsible for shaping legal strategies that align with business objectives and digital trust values. Collaboration across departments is essential to maintain consistency and support organizational growth.

The role demands a proactive approach to adapting legal practices to evolving standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

The expert in this position leads legal oversight and provides strategic direction for one or more departments, ensuring alignment with company goals and compliance standards. Responsibilities include planning and managing budgets, overseeing expense management, and driving employee development within the legal function. The role involves setting objectives, determining effective courses of action, and reorganizing work outputs to maintain consistency across the organization.

The role leads initiatives to update methods and processes in response to changes in internal or external standards, continually improving organizational effectiveness. They also negotiate complex agreements, resolve conflicts, and provide guidance on risk management. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for influencing decision-making and fostering teamwork.

Qualifications

Licensed attorney/lawyer, 12-18 Years of relevant legal experience, Proven expertise in corporate legal matters, Demonstrated leadership in risk and compliance, Advanced negotiation and conflict resolution skills, Strong analytical and presentation abilities.

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