Corporate & Entity Management Specialist

Public Storage•Glendale, CA

11h•Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced paralegal to join our growing Legal Department as Corporate and Entity Management Specialist. The Corporate and Entity Management Specialist will be a key member of the legal team, primarily focused on effectively maintaining and overseeing the corporate governance and subsidiary management activities of our over 400 subsidiaries, as well as supporting the Company’s other corporate and commercial legal needs. You will report to the Associate General Counsel – Corporate and Securities and will work collaboratively with other members of the Legal Department, the Tax Department, and colleagues across the Company. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in entity management and a strong understanding of one or more of (1) public company or large private company corporate governance and operations, (2) joint venture operations and support, and (3) commercial contracts.

Requirements

10+ years of paralegal experience, and holds a bachelor’s degree
Experience as a corporate transactional paralegal, including entity management and corporate governance
Proficiency in using entity management software or databases (e.g., CSC Dashboard, Diligent Entities, hCue)
Experience working at or with public companies, REITs
A self-starter: can perform duties independently and with minimal instruction yet knows when to seek guidance; willing to roll up sleeves to reach goals
A team player; ability to collaborate with colleagues across functions to solve problems and propose solutions
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities and outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
Effective gate-keeper: Ability to evaluate and prioritize projects and requests

Nice To Haves

Basic understanding of real estate documentation (e.g., deeds, property transfers) a plus
Experience gained at a regarded law firm; prior in-house public company or large private company experience preferred.
Active notary public preferred

Responsibilities

Support the organization, maintenance, and dissolution of corporations, limited liability companies, and partnerships.
Maintain corporate records, including the appointment of officers and directors; charters, bylaws, LLC agreements, and other organizational documents; annual and special meeting minutes and consents; and intercompany agreements.
Ensure all information is accurately updated and maintained in our entity management databases.
Prepare and deliver certificates of secretary, incumbency certificates, and other documents related to officer and entity authority and property ownership and transfers.
Order and manage the delivery of good standing certificates and certified entity documents.
Support KYC, business license, and DBA processes. Support other compliance needs.
Assist with contract reviews, legal research, due diligence, and document management.
Assist with documentation and closing of various commercial and strategic transactions, which may include financing, M&A/joint ventures, and others.
Support the Chief Legal Officer and Associate General Counsel with Board administration and requests from Trustees.
Assist with the preparation and posting of materials for the Public Storage Board of Trustees.
Other duties as assigned.