Description:

Overview:
Prime Group Holdings, LLC, a vertically-integrated private equity real estate firm specializing in self storage and other alternative real estate asset classes, has an exciting opportunity for an Associate Counsel at its headquarters in Saratoga Springs, NY.

With $6.7 billion in assets under management, Prime Group is among the largest private owners and operators of self-storage properties globally, with a portfolio of 320+ self-storage assets across 28 U.S. states, three Canadian provinces, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, totaling 24+ million rentable square feet. The firm manages three flagship funds on behalf of a global investor base, including Prime Storage Fund III, the largest self-storage dedicated fund ever raised.

Headquartered in Saratoga Springs, NY, Prime Group employs 700+ professionals and maintains a regional office in Jupiter, FL and Manhattan, NY along with investment originations offices in Denver, CO; Hackensack, NJ; Yorktown, VA; and Calgary, Alberta. The firm's 21-person senior leadership team is supported by specialized teams across sourcing and acquisitions, asset and portfolio management, compliance and legal, property management, information technology, transactions and financing, marketing, accounting, training, and other core functions.

Prime Group's performance is rooted in a culture of respect, teamwork, ethical business practices, accountability, and persistence. The firm places significant value on the relationships it has built with customers, employees, investors, and stakeholders. PitchBook has recognized Prime Group as one of the top 10 real estate value-add fund managers in its 2023 Global Manager Performance Score League Tables.

Position Overview:
Prime Group Holdings is seeking a mid-level Associate Counsel (3–5 years of experience) to support its national self storage platform and corporate operations. This role will provide day-to-day legal support across asset-level operations, commercial contracting, regulatory compliance, and general corporate matters.

The Associate Counsel will work closely with asset management, property operations, finance, and executive leadership to deliver practical, business-focused legal advice in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. This position is well suited for an attorney with strong law firm training who is looking to transition into a dynamic in-house role with meaningful responsibility and exposure to a growing real estate investment platform.

Responsibilities:

Provide day-to-day legal support for self-storage assets across multiple states.
Advise internal stakeholders on operational risk, regulatory compliance, and state-specific self-storage laws (including lien enforcement, consumer protection, and leasing practices).
Draft, review, and negotiate vendor, service, and property management agreements.
Support operational initiatives by reviewing and advising on process changes to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
Monitor legislative and regulatory developments impacting storage and real estate operations.
Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including vendor contracts, service agreements, consulting agreements, NDAs, and other operational contracts.
Partner with business teams during contract negotiations to balance legal risk with commercial objectives.
Identify risk areas in agreements and propose practical, business-oriented solutions.
Support corporate governance and entity management matters.
Conduct legal research and providerisk analyses and advice to internal stakeholders.
Assist with vendor due diligence and enterprise risk assessment initiatives.
Coordinate with outside counsel on litigation, regulatory, and specialty matters as needed.

Qualifications:

J.D. from an accredited law school.
3–5 years of experience in corporate or real estate, law (law firm or in-house).
Experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements with increasing levels of responsibility.
Licensed and in good standing in New York or another U.S. jurisdiction.
Experience supporting real estate transactions or asset-level operations preferred.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.