Corporate Paralegal

Invitation Homes

Grapevine, TX

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$57,862.50–$100,295 Per Year

SKILLS

Accredited Business Accountants (ABA), Administrative Skills, Attorney, Bankruptcy, Billing, Capital Markets, Communication Skills, Corporate Governance, Database Administration, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Due Diligence, Establish Priorities, Expense Tracking, Foreclosures, Intellectual Property (IP), Legal, Legal Support Skills, Life Insurance, Maintain Compliance, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Paralegal, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project/Program Management, Real Estate, Record Keeping, Regulatory Compliance, Relationship Management, Rentals, Risk Management, Tax Reporting, Team Player, Time Management, Trademarks, Vision Plan, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Grapevine, TX

POSTED

1 day ago

Who We Are

Invitation Homes is a fast-paced evolving publicly traded REIT with over 110,000 owned and managed single family rental homes and a market capitalization of over $25 billion. We are a team of more than 1,700 associates who come from all walks of life. We call different communities "home," but our shared values bind us together. Invitation Homes is a place where possibility lives.

The Corporate Paralegal will report to the Chief Compliance Officer and provide critical support to the Legal Department in a variety of functions. This role is responsible for owning and managing the company's entity management program, including formation, maintenance, and dissolution of corporate entities. The Corporate Paralegal will also support securitization projects, trademark administration, and other legal and administrative functions essential to the department's operations.

What You'll Do

Entity Management & Corporate Governance

Own and control the company's entity management program, serving as the primary point of contact for all entity-related matters.

Maintain comprehensive entity database and documentation, including articles of incorporation/organization, bylaws, operating agreements, certificates of good standing, and other formation documents.

Manage annual corporate filings, franchise tax reports, and other state compliance requirements for all company entities across multiple jurisdictions.

Coordinate entity formations, qualifications, withdrawals, mergers, conversions, and dissolutions, working with outside counsel as needed.

Maintain accurate corporate structure charts and organizational hierarchies, updating as changes occur.

Work with the Tax Department to obtain EINs and ensure proper tax registrations for all entities.

Manage relationship with registered agent to ensure all entities maintain proper registered agent coverage and that annual statements and fees are paid timely.

Prepare and maintain minute books, resolutions, and other corporate governance documentation.

Respond to internal and external requests for entity information, including due diligence requests, audit inquiries, and lender requirements.

Assist the Capital Markets team with securitization projects, including document preparation and due diligence coordination.

Assist with title-related issues and property acquisitions as needed.

Ensure subpoenas and legal process are reviewed, tracked, and routed timely and appropriately for response.

Receive and route garnishments and bankruptcy notices to payroll as necessary.

Manage the company's intellectual property portfolio, including coordinating new trademark applications with the Marketing Department, monitoring renewal deadlines, and maintaining a comprehensive trademark database.

Administrative & Department Support

Assist with timely approval and payment of legal invoices; track legal department expenses by category and matter.

Create and maintain trackers, databases, and filing systems to organize department documentation and ensure accurate record-keeping.

Coordinate with the Leasing Department and local counsel on evictions and foreclosures to ensure legal compliance.

Prepare files for archiving in accordance with document retention policies.

Provide support to Regional Counsel, Risk Management, and other Legal Department attorneys as needed.

Who We're Looking For

Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved paralegal program required.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a corporate legal environment, with demonstrated expertise in entity management and corporate governance.

Hands-on experience with entity formation, annual filings, and corporate maintenance activities required.

Experience in real estate, REIT, or related industry preferred.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and experience with entity management software.

Superior verbal and written communication skills with ability to communicate legal issues clearly to non-legal stakeholders.

Team player with exceptional organizational skills and the demonstrated ability to collaborate and build strong relationships at all levels of an organization.

Self-starter with the ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Superior attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate, high-quality work product.

Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive legal and business information.

Experience working in a fast-paced, fluid, and collegial corporate culture.

Why Invitation Homes

We stand for flexibility, opportunity, and a home that people can make their own. It's as true for our associates as it is for our residents. Just like we help our residents live freer, we liberate our associates' careers, too. Our associates know that at Invitation Homes goals matter, potential is unlocked, and careers thrive. Invitation Homes isn't just a workplace - it is a possibility place.

Invitation Homes offers the following to each new associate:

Competitive pay and an annual bonus program for all associates

Generous paid time off plans including vacation accrual, sick time, volunteer time, and standard and floating holidays

401k with matching company contributions

Awesome work environment with casual dress

Employee resource groups: Together with Women, Asian Alliance, Black Collective, Juntos, Gen Next, and Open Invitation

Invitation Homes truly is where possibility lives - pour a new foundation here!

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is: $57,862.50 - $100,295.00, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications, location, and applicable employment laws.

Compensation and Benefits

To attract and retain top talent, we're pleased to offer competitive compensation and benefits, including:

Annual bonus program
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Long-term and short-term disability insurance
Generous paid time off plans include vacation accrual, sick time, standard holidays and floating holidays
401(k) with company matching contributions
Awesome work environment with casual dress
Team events and gatherings (Pre- and Post-Covid)

Invitation Homes is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and innovative environment with the best associates. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at .

To all recruitment agencies: Invitation Homes does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Invitation Homes employees. Invitation Homes is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

About the Company

Invitation Homes

Invitation Homes is a premier company that is pioneering a new and exciting industry as a leading provider of single-family homes for lease. We’re revitalizing communities across America and developing a thriving work environment for our associates. Our goal is to provide quality homes in desirable neighborhoods for our residents and to create value for our stakeholders through best-in-class management, state-of-the-art technology, and passionate customer service. We are always seeking dynamic and innovative individuals to join our best-in-class team and contribute to our growth and success. The Invitation Homes headquarters is located in downtown Dallas, TX, and operates from 17 regional offices in the country’s most popular metropolitan areas.

COMPANY SIZE

1,500 to 1,999 employees

INDUSTRY

Rental Services

WEBSITE

https://www.invitationhomes.com/

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