Overview:
Sun Communities, Inc. is seeking a Corporate Paralegal to support its growing legal team in managing corporate governance, securities compliance, and transactional matters for a publicly-traded Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT).
The ideal candidate will have experience in corporate and transactional law, securities compliance, and public company matters, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments including Finance, M&A, Investor Relations, and executive leadership. The Paralegal will be instrumental in maintaining corporate records, drafting legal documents, supporting mergers and acquisitions activity, supporting corporate governance matters including board work, coordinating with and managing outside counsel, and helping establish processes needed to support the Company’s growing legal team.
Job Duties:
Assist with drafting, reviewing, and managing commercial contracts including vendor agreements, property management agreements, purchase and sale agreements, lease agreements, and other commercial contracts related to community and corporate operations. (Essential)
Coordinate due diligence efforts, prepare closing documents, and maintain transaction files. (Essential)
Support corporate governance activities, including preparation of board materials, maintenance of corporate records, management of board portal platforms, public company filings, and coordination of entity formations and dissolutions. (Essential)
Help with litigation matters by coordinating with inside and outside counsel, organizing case files, tracking deadlines and discovery responses, preparing correspondence, and maintaining litigation tracking systems. (Essential)
Conduct legal research on various topics including real estate law, landlord-tenant matters, corporate law, securities regulations, and other issues relevant to REIT operations and manufactured housing or RV communities. (Essential)
Maintain and organize legal department files, contracts database, and document management systems to ensure efficient retrieval and compliance with retention policies.
Assist licensing team, as needed, to coordinate and track insurance claims, certificates of insurance, and compliance with insurance requirements across the property portfolio.
Assist with regulatory compliance matters including monitoring changes in laws affecting manufactured housing and RV resort operations, preparing compliance reports, and supporting internal policy development.
Coordinate and oversee outside counsel to track progress on outstanding matters and ensure matters are addressed and completed in a timely manner.
Process and track legal invoices from outside counsel, manage legal budget tracking, and ensure proper coding and approval of legal expenses.
Prepare and file documents with courts, government agencies, and regulatory bodies including UCC filings, trademark applications, and corporate registrations.
Support the legal team with special projects including policy updates, training materials, and process improvements.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements: Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies (Required)
Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)
3 years of paralegal experience (Required)
3 years experience with real estate, corporate, securities, or commercial litigation (Preferred)
Strong knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and document preparation
Experience with contract management and review
Proficiency with legal research tools such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, or similar platforms
Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation and review
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and document management systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Experience with corporate governance, SEC filings, and board portal software is a plus
Knowledge of real estate law, REIT regulations, or manufactured housing industry is preferred but not required
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while knowing when to elevate issues
Preferred Certifications/Licensures: Notary Public
Preferred Certifications/Licensures: Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program
Benefits:
Comprehensive Medical and Prescription coverage with 4 plan options so you can choose the plan that best meets the needs of you and your family
Comprehensive Dental and Vision Plans
On-Site Fitness Center
Voluntary Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance and Dependent Life
Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage
401(k) Plan with Sun matching contribution
Employee Assistance Program
Identity Theft Insurance
Legal Assistance Plan
Pet Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement program providing financial support to team members who further their formal education
Vacation RV Site Discounts for team members when visiting Sun resorts across the nation
Team Member Perks & Discounts program with hundreds of discounts on things like travel, merchandise, mobile phone service, and more
Up to six weeks of paid parental leave for the birth of a child, adoption, or placement of a child
Paid Time Off including ten holidays, vacation, personal, sick time, bereavement and pay for jury duty
Apply for a Corporate Headquarters (HQ) position, located in the Metro Detroit, Michigan market today.
Join our Talent Community and explore Corporate Headquarters jobs at Sun Communities.
