Contracts Manager / Paralegal

The Corporate Contracts manager will support the operations, acquisitions and risk teams for all U.S. and Canadian operations. In addition to providing paralegal support, this role will also assist with corporate compliance initiatives, ensuring that the organization adheres to internal policies as well as external laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional organizational and time management skills and the capacity to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include :

• Review of all community and corporate level contracts and coordination of internal and external signatures based on signing authority parameters.
• Management of contract disputes and notices of termination.
• Preparation of letters of authorization, settlement agreements, waivers, bills of sale, non-disclosure agreements, etc.
• Organization and maintenance of corporate legal documents.
• Oversight of corporate annual report filings and license / permit renewals.
• Providing support for various corporate legal matters related to liens, easements, encroachments, condemnations, code violations, title issues and regulatory compliance.
• Management of litigation matters with outside counsel, excluding matters managed by our insurance carriers.
• Escalation of significant corporate risks to the CEO / CFO.
• Staying informed about evolving corporate governance requirements and legal benchmarks.
• Coordination with outside counsel for the protection and enforcement of the company’s intellectual property rights.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Education & Experience

About Cove Communities

Cove Communities is a well-capitalized real estate investment and operating company that owns and operates manufactured housing communities and RV resorts across Canada and the United States. We bring over 20 years of experience to every resort and community we acquire, infusing a sense of camaraderie and a village-like atmosphere. At Cove Communities, we are committed to investing in our properties, improving lives and positively impacting the world around us while creating opportunities for team members who help drive results.

Cove Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Cove is committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

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