Public Storage · 11 hours ago
Vice President, Assistant General Counsel, Real Estate
Frisco, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
12+ years expPublic Storage is the largest owner and operator of self-storage facilities in the world. The Vice President, Assistant General Counsel (Real Estate) will manage real estate activities, focusing on transactions, development, and construction while leading high-performing teams.
Property ManagementReal EstateReal Estate Investment
No H1B
Responsibilities
Manage real estate acquisitions for storage facility and development deals, including: (a) negotiate purchase and sale agreements from letter of intent through execution, (b) perform and supervise due diligence activities, including title, survey, zoning, and environmental diligence, (c) develop and implement practical solutions to issues raised during due diligence in consultation with the business team, (d) oversee the closing process, and (e) work with the relevant business teams to assist in the transition of property ownership and management. Must be able to handle large volume of single site and large portfolio deals at same time
Prepare and negotiate a wide range of real estate documents (purchase and sale agreements, joint venture agreements, development agreements, hold-back agreements, easements, CC&Rs, construction contracts, leases, access agreements, subordination and non-disturbance agreements, vendor and service provider contracts, etc.)
Partner with the development team on all development activities, including: (a) land acquisitions, new development and redevelopment, (b) development joint ventures, (c) due diligence, (b) document review and negotiation, (c) entitlement processes, (d) land use issues and disputes, and (e) construction, design and permitting matters
Partner with the commercial leasing team on cell tower, wireless, billboard, retail, solar, battery and ground leasing activities
Build, develop and mentor internal and external teams to prepare the company for high growth
Manage and resolve real estate issues arising from the ownership and operation of our facilities, including (a) neighbor questions/disputes about property boundaries, (b) shared drainage and maintenance issues; (c) access and easement issues; and (d) other general real estate matters
Work with state and local agencies, utility companies and other governmental or quasi-governmental bodies to evaluate and resolve condemnation claims and easement requests
Manage routine environmental matters affecting the company
Manage and oversee the efficient use of outside counsel in connection with the foregoing activities
Track, manage and analyze internal data on legal spend; design and implement measures to control and reduce costs
Evaluate and implement technology tools for efficient management of legal activities; forward focus on potential use of AI to assist with high volume activities
Monthly, quarterly and annual reporting to senior management regarding team activity, team results and outside counsel spend; create and present materials and reports using PowerPoint and similar tools
Qualification
Required
Experience in a high-volume, fast paced transaction environment is required
Strong academic credentials and 12+ years of combined relevant law firm and in-house experience; real estate and transaction focused in-house experience required
Business-minded real estate lawyer, a strong and decisive negotiator
Efficient multi-tasker with strong organizational skills who works well under pressure
Current member in good standing with a state Bar and ability to secure a registered in-house counsel license in Texas is required
Proven track record in team management and leadership; demonstrated success in developing and mentoring high performing teams
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Superior subject-matter expertise in all areas of real estate with keen focus on transactions and development
Ability to effectively and efficiently manage internal and external support (attorneys, paralegals, consultants, etc.)
High level of discretion, maturity and ethical integrity
Process-minded - respect for existing processes but always with an eye toward identifying efficiencies and refinements
Ability to coordinate and collaborate across business units
Results-oriented
Ability to adapt to changing organizational needs and business environments
Advanced proficiency in technology tools, including AI, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and legal billing software
Preferred
Experience with national footprint, multiple jurisdictions and large portfolio transactions is highly desired
Benefits
Flexible remote days
Company
Public Storage
Public Storage is an ideal choice for both commercial and household self-storage needs.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.37B2025-09-26Post Ipo Debt· $496.33M
2025-06-26Post Ipo Debt· $875M
2024-04-09Post Ipo Debt· $1B
Leadership Team
Chris Sambar
Chief Operating Officer
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