Corporate & Entity Management Specialist

Public Storage•Glendale, CA

4h•$105,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Public Storage, the largest owner and operator of self-storage facilities globally, is seeking an experienced paralegal to join its Legal Department as a Corporate and Entity Management Specialist. This role is crucial for effectively maintaining and overseeing the corporate governance and subsidiary management activities of over 400 subsidiaries. The specialist will also support the Company’s other corporate and commercial legal needs, working collaboratively with the Legal Department, Tax Department, and other colleagues across the Company. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in entity management and a strong understanding of public company or large private company corporate governance and operations, joint venture operations and support, and/or commercial contracts. Public Storage is recognized as a Great Place to Work, with high rankings for career growth, work culture, diversity, and inclusion, and is a member of the S&P 500 and FT Global 500.

Requirements

10+ years of paralegal experience
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
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

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.