VP Associate General Counsel

VP Associate General Counsel

Position Type: Full time

State: Virginia

City: Arlington

Zip Code: 22203

Avalon Bay Communities, Inc., an equity REIT, has a long-term track record of developing, redeveloping, acquiring and managing distinctive apartment homes in some of the best U.S. markets, and delivering outsized, risk-adjusted returns to shareholders. With equal parts experience and vision, we’ve established a leadership position rooted in our purpose of creating a better way to live and that is always focused on building value for the long term.

Creating a better way to live is the purpose that binds Avalon Bay associates. We take that purpose seriously and expect you will as well. By focusing on collaboration, innovation, and taking ownership of our choices and actions, we act in ways that focus on creating value for our customers, investors and associates. Your positive, professional, and consistent personal interactions make Avalon Bay a great place to work.

Avalon Bay Communities, Inc., an equity REIT, has a long-term track record of developing, redeveloping, acquiring, and managing distinctive apartment homes in some of the best U.S. markets, and delivering outsized, risk-adjusted returns to shareholders. Avalon Bay is driven by a bold purpose: creating a better way to live. It does this by providing distinctive apartment living experiences and contributing to the vitality of local communities.

All Avalon Bay associates, from community maintenance managers to development directors to accounts payable analysts, have a role to play in bringing our purpose to life.

• A Commitment to Integrity: Do the right thing – always.
• A Spirit of Caring: Have genuine kindness and concern for others.
• A Focus on Continuous Improvement: Always try to get better.

• We Collaborate. We solve problems together in the best interests of all Avalon Bay stakeholders—our customers, associates, shareholders, and communities. In making decisions, we consider other perspectives and listen to each other, our customers, and the market. We share our time and knowledge with each other, and we actively seek ideas and support from others.
• We Excel. We expect the best from ourselves and our colleagues. By being highly engaged in this way, we produce outstanding results. We are motivated self-starters who care and work intensely for Avalon Bay’s success.
• We Innovate. We challenge convention and recognize problems as the seeds for innovation. We generate new ideas, offer better solutions, and embrace change at all levels. Knowing that not all ideas will work, we test new concepts before implementing them full-scale, and we discuss and learn from our failures.
• We Act Like Owners. We use the company’s resources responsibly. We take smart risks by weighing the pros and cons of decisions, and we take ownership of and accountability for our choices and actions. We act in ways that focus on creating value for our customers, investors, and associates.
• We Are Thoughtful And Thorough. We use reliable data and sound judgment when making decisions and taking action. That means we do our homework and avoid jumping to conclusions. We plan well, think through the big picture, and evaluate the consequences of our decisions in order to best manage risks.
• We Show Appreciation. We recognize and reward excellent performance, celebrating successes of all sizes in all areas. We provide open, honest feedback and we acknowledge the contributions of others.

Avalon Bay is seeking an experienced legal professional to manage and oversee legal matters related to real estate transactions and real estate matters generally. This position requires proven ability to operate independently, provide strategic legal advice, and manage legal risks associated with acquisitions, development, redevelopment, construction, financing and other transactional activities. This attorney will collaborate closely with internal teams—tax, accounting, finance, and real estate professionals—as well as outside counsel.

• Real Estate Transactions – Independently and collaboratively work with other Avalon…