Real Estate Paralegal

Prime Group Holdings, LLC, a vertically-integrated private equity real estate firm focused on self storage and other alternative real estate asset classes, has an exciting opportunity for a Real Estate Paralegal at its headquarters in Saratoga Springs, NY.

With $6.6 billion in assets under management, Prime Group is one of the largest private owners and operators of self storage properties in the world, owning and operating over 310 self storage assets in 28 states, three Canadian provinces and the U.S. Virgin Islands containing over 23 million rentable square feet. The firm manages three flagship funds on behalf of a global investor base, including the largest self storage dedicated fund ever raised, Prime Storage Fund III.

Headquartered in Saratoga Springs, NY, Prime Group has more than 700 employees. The firm has a regional office in Jupiter, FL and investment originations offices in Denver, CO, Hackensack, NJ, Yorktown, VA and Calgary, Alberta. Prime Group’s 21-person senior leadership team is supported by teams including sourcing and acquisitions, asset and portfolio management, compliance/legal, property management, information technology, transactions/financing, marketing, accounting and training, among others.

Prime Group’s success is built on a culture of respect, teamwork, business ethics, accountability and persistence. The company deeply values the strong relationships it has built with its customers, employees, investors and stakeholders. Pitchbook, a leading resource for comprehensive data, research and insights spanning the global capital markets, named Prime Group as one of the top 10 real estate value-add fund managers in Pitchbook’s 2023 Global Manager Performance Score League Tables.

Position Overview

The Real Estate Paralegal will provide support to in-house counsel and internal departments on matters involving commercial real estate, environmental compliance, zoning and land-use approvals, and property tax grievance filings. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision. The Paralegal will assist with document preparation, research, filings, and coordination with outside counsel, consultants, municipalities and regulatory agencies.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist with drafting, reviewing and organizing real estate documents including leases, purchase and sale agreements, easements and closing packages.
• Coordinate due diligence activities for acquisitions and development projects.
• Maintain real estate files, databases and critical date calendars.
• Assist with gathering environmental records, reports, and permits.
• Coordinate with environmental consultants to obtain and track assessments, sampling data and compliance documentation.
• Organize and maintain environmental compliance files and audit materials.
• Help prepare responses to environmental inquiries and agency requests.
• Research zoning ordinances, land-use regulations and permitting requirements.
• Prepare and file zoning, variance and site plan application materials.
• Coordinate with municipal boards, planning departments and outside professionals regarding hearing dates, submissions and approvals.
• Organize exhibits, notices, and meeting packets for hearings.
• Collect and review property assessment information and supporting valuation materials.
• Assist consultants or advisors with the preparation and filing of property tax grievance applications, forms and related documentation.
• Track deadlines, hearings and case statuses with local assessors and tax review boards.
• Maintain databases of assessments, appeals, settlements and historical tax information.

Qualifications

• Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience; Associate or Bachelor's degree required.
• 2–5 years of paralegal experience in real estate, environmental, zoning or property tax matters.
• Strong research skills and familiarity with municipal websites, land records and regulatory filings.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Track record of establishing solid relationships, polished and highly personable
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial-minded environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and document-management systems.

Compensation

• Competitive rate of pay and a generous benefits program
• Salary commensurate with experience
• Medical, Dental, life, vision, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance program
• Paid vacation time; paid sick time; paid holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Prime Group Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.