What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate General Counsel position at GEM Realty Capital?
Vice President | Associate General Counsel
Company Description
GEM Realty Capital is a strategically integrated real estate investment firm with approximately $6 billion in AUM. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Chicago, GEM tactically invests across all four quadrants of U.S. real estate : public, private, debt, and equity. Grounded in fundamental real estate analysis, we leverage our extensive experience to anticipate market shifts, navigate periods of economic uncertainty, and identify compelling investment opportunities. The firm has a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture that rewards hard work and integrity and provides opportunities for professional growth.
Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated attorney to join GEM’s Legal & Compliance group. This role will be based in Chicago and report to the General Counsel | Chief Compliance Officer. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented and proactive individual with demonstrated experience in real estate transactions and real estate investments. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual seeking to gain broad exposure and advance their career.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate with internal working groups and outside counsel on the legal aspects of acquisitions, financing, asset management and sales
- Implement fund policy compliance and document compliance procedures
- Review non-standard Confidentiality Agreements and other contracts and agreements
- Coordinate with Investor Relations group on legal aspects of investor transfers
- Assist in marketing material compliance reviews and documentation of compliance
- Liaise with GEM’s internal tax team on planning for entity transfers and transfer tax issues
- Analyze regulatory requirements and coordinate procedures to ensure required filings are made
- Work with internal stakeholders to review and consolidate firm policies and procedures
- Standardize approach for legal records and oversee record retention policy
- Review vendor contracts and assist in vendor due diligence
- Assist in corporate insurance policy reviews and renewals
Preferred Qualifications
Compensation
It is expected that the base annual salary range for this Chicago-based position will be $240,000-$325,000. Actual salary for this position will vary based on factors, such as skill, experience, and qualification for the role. Employees will be eligible for a discretionary bonus, based on factors such as individual and company performance with potential for total, annual compensation range between $280,000 and $400,000.
Perks and benefits
GEM values a diverse workforce and encourages all applicants to apply. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, disability, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status or any protected category by local, state or federal laws.
Salary : $240,000 - $325,000