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CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER / GENERAL COUNSEL

SHARE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORP SCDC HOUSTON
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/6/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/6/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Description : About SCDC :

S.H.A.R.E. Community Development Corp (SCDC) is a problem-solving multifamily real estate development and investment company based in Houston that develops, builds, sells, and manages Class-A apartment communities. Our core values are built upon "S.H.A.R.E.", which stands for Supplying Humanity with Achievements, Resources and Education. Our mission is delivering superior returns for Investor-Purchasers, providing maximum value for their tenants, and creating positive impacts in the communities we serve by focusing on a holistic betterment of society and by recognizing that profit is only one aspect of our broader goals and responsibilities.

Why SCDC :

At SCDC, our dedication to integrity means creating relationships that are the foundation of all our internal and external interactions as a company. If you share our relentless pursuit for a better future, our passion for innovation, and are excited about working with some of the top innovators in the world, then this could be the place for you.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

SCDC is seeking a Chief Legal Officer (General Counsel) looking for a career where they can significantly impact the world. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about housing, community development, sustainability, innovation, and have a proven record of accomplishment of working with and under the guidance of Founders, Owners, Board of Directors, and can collaborate with other C-level leadership as well as managing other recognized and accomplished corporate professionals in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will exhibit the capacity to do context switching on the spot, think on their feet, and be willing to roll up their sleeves and do all types of work (strategic and tactical) – no task will be beneath them.

The Chief Legal Officer (CLO) will be reporting directly to Chairman of the Board, Odell Abdur-Raheem. The ideal candidate is a strategic thought leader, anticipating opportunities as well as risks, and can make decisions and accommodate change in both an independent and collaborative manner. The successful candidate will be a leader, a team player, and a mentor, bringing significant legal and risk management expertise and positive influence on our diverse and talented team.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS :

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. Barred in Texas.
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in corporate law, with a focus on startups and emerging companies.
  • Extensive experience in providing legal advice to senior management and boards of directors.
  • Proven track record in managing legal teams and outside counsel.
  • Strong understanding of corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory compliance.
  • Excellent negotiation and contract drafting skills.
  • Ability to anticipate and mitigate legal risks.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office. Candidates with limited proficiency will not be considered.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Provide expert and strategic legal advice to the CVO, board of directors, and senior management.
  • Develop and lead the company’s legal strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
  • Oversee the work of the legal team and manage relationships with outside counsel.
  • Negotiate, draft, and execute agreements and contracts on behalf of the company.
  • Advise on legal aspects of the company’s financing, including assessing and advising on business structures and legal entities.
  • Ensure the company operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Anticipate and mitigate legal risks facing the company.
  • Develop company policies and positions on legal issues.
  • Oversee corporate governance policies and manage the impact of external factors.
  • Additional Details

    COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

  • Salary : $312,000 annual paid bi-weekly
  • Full Time Benefits : After completion of a probationary period, you will be eligible for full-time company benefits.
  • This is an on-site role.
  • We do not offer remote or hybrid working opportunities .
  • This position is in Downtown Houston, Texas 77002.
  • Schedule :

  • Monday to Friday
  • DISCLAIMER

    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as needed.

    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

    S.H.A.R.E. Community Development Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected under applicable discrimination law. SCDC strives to cultivate an environment of employee inclusion, innovation and passion that values all voices and opinions. We help each other succeed and know that remarkable things happen when people from a diverse set of backgrounds come together. Please visit our website at https : / / sharecommunitydevelopmentcorp.com.

    NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

    Please note that S.H.A.R.E. Community Development Corp. does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, we will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, we explicitly reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of S.H.A.R.E. Community Development Corp.

    Requirements :

    Salary : $312,000

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