Corporate Counsel

About Sentral

Sentral is a network of communities redefining the way people live. Sentral’s mission is to be the leading residential hospitality operator through superior performance, enhanced experience, and a network of connected communities. We take the convenience, connection, and comfort of home to new heights-we call it Home+. Our one-of-a-kind communities offer unrivaled locations, innovative tech-enabled services, and premium amenities to enhance everyday life. Sentral lets you live life on your own terms in the heart of the world's best cities: Atlanta, Austin, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville, Oakland, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Portland, San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Monica, Scottsdale, and Seattle, with more coming soon.

Our core values reflect our commitment to our employees, as we are service first in our actions, value thinking like an owner, and continuously strive to make one another better. We strongly believe in continuous personal improvement, career growth and diversity in our workforce. With ongoing learning & development offerings, leadership coaching and mentorship programs, we foster an empowered environment rooted in empathy and growth. Our team members are curious explorers who never stop learning and who strive for great outcomes.

Learn more about us at www.Sentral.com.

Position Overview and Responsibilities

At Sentral, we are building a team of people-first focused individuals who thrive on going above and beyond. Ideal candidates will exemplify a good sense of humor, a positive attitude, a growth mindset, and an entrepreneurial drive. The primary responsibility of this role is to develop, launch, and operationalize hospitality products, processes, and services to add value and differentiation in our communities. Sentral seeks a Corporate Counsel with a multifamily or hospitality background and demonstrated interest in technology and innovation, coupled with a strong desire to execute management plans across a national portfolio. The ideal candidate possesses an entrepreneurial drive, self-awareness, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment with limited structure.
This team member will assist with all aspects of the Legal Department, with a focus initially on Landlord/Tenant Law. This position is remote based in the United States. This role would be ideal for someone looking for an opportunity to work in an entrepreneurial high growth company. Success in this role involves the ability to learn quickly and support the execution of business plans while continuing to take on increased responsibility. The position reports to the Senior General Counsel but the position's key customer is our Operations group.

• Provide legal advice and service by combining skill and knowledge in multifamily and hospitality, real estate law, and corporate law with sound business acumen and judgement of business goals and objectives of the company or assigned business units
• Provide guidance and advice on legal aspects of leasing and other general real estate matters
• Provide general legal advice related to leasing and property operation matters that may arise from time to time
• Engage with cross functional departments to meet goals. Pursue details and achieve closure on transactions and various matters and projects. Provide excellent client service
• Ensure legal and regulatory compliance for short-term and long-term rental operations
• Use business and legal judgment to balance an appropriate level of risk against the business needs in a particular situation. Operate within the framework of allowable corporate behavior and governance, and legal and regulatory compliance
• Supervise and actively direct outside counsel and any local governmental lobbying efforts
• Participate in the development and interpretation of company operating policies and procedures
• Work closely with business clients and outside counsel to ensure adherence to important corporate and regulatory policies
• Draft templates and write, review or revise contract documents. May analyze legislation that impacts the company and assist the company in responding to inquiries from Congress and government agencies
• Prepare and manage a due diligence budget. Coordinate with internal departments to ensure proper tracking and accounting of legal due diligence expenses

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree and a JD from accredited universities with strong academic performance
• Licensed to practice law in at least one state
• 3+ years of related experience with multifamily preferred
• Experience providing coordination and oversight of outside counsel
• Experience working independently in fast-paced environment
• Experience communicating with clients and building trusted advisor relationships
• Experience working in a collaborative legal or business environment
• Exemplary computer skills with a demonstrated ability to learn new technologies
• Ability to multi-task with exceptional time management, prioritization, and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to various audiences
• Extremely high integrity, dependability, accountability, and respect. Takes ownership of tasks and pride in work product

Community Team Perks + Benefits

• Health & Wellness: We offer multiple medical, dental, and vision health plan options that begin the first month after your start date! There is one fully company-paid plan (no monthly premiums for you)*, and HSA and FSA options to set aside pre-tax dollars.
  *Premiums apply for spouse, dependent, or family coverage plans
• Invest in Your Future: Eligible after just three months of employment, we offer a 401(k) with a 4% company match to help you reach your savings goals.
• Time Off That Grows with You: In addition to 11 paid holidays, Sentral offers 8 different types of paid time off (PTO) to meet all of life's demands. These 8 types of PTO include personal days that have no waiting period to use, one floating holiday each year, Enrichment Hours for volunteering or career development, and more!
• Travel Discount: Team members (and their friends and families) receive travel discounts when they stay at a Sentral community.
• Deep Savings: All team members are Sentral receive discounted rates on pet insurance, attractions, rental cars, shows, events, and more!

Sentral is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment that champions all backgrounds, identities, and voices. We strive to cultivate a space where our team members feel valued, and our residents feel loved. While there is no exact recipe for ensuring our residents feel loved, we believe a key ingredient is seeking and employing individuals that reflect the uniqueness of our residents.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate based upon actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.