Legal Administration Manager

POSITION: Legal Administration Manager

LOCATION: New York, NY

POSITION TYPE: Full Time

REPORTS TO: General Counsel, Corporate

SUMMARY

The Legal Administration Manager will support our legal operations on a broad range of matters relating to the board of directors and public company processes, securities law compliance, legal entity management, and transactional support. This position requires a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in public company environments and law firm settings. The successful candidate will manage various administrative and legal tasks, ensuring efficiency and compliance in all our dealings.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the preparation of board materials and management of annual filings, including resolutions and board decks.
• Assist with the coordination and preparation of the annual stockholder meeting.
• Prepare initial drafts of Section 16 beneficial ownership filings on Forms 3, 4 and 5 for officers and directors, and track pre-clearances under the insider trading policy.
• Supervise legal department expense processes, vendor invoices, and billing relationships, and assist with legal department budgeting.
• Manage stock award grants with our transfer agent.
• Maintain and organize corporate organizational documents and handle entity formation, maintenance, and dissolution.
• Serve as a liaison between the company, external legal teams, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and project management.
• Manage NDA process with third party service provider.
• Oversee and contribute to various projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and specifications.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; paralegal certification or equivalent practical experience preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience in a public company or law firm environment.
• Proficient in corporate entity management and familiar with legal compliance requirements.
• Strong project management and communication skills, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience in preparing board materials and familiarity with capital markets and annual filings.
• Knowledge of legal billing processes and systems.
• Technical proficiency DocuSign, Diligent and entity/subsidiary management and other legal department management tools.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Ability to work independently and within a team in a fast-paced, high volume environment emphasizing accuracy and timeliness.
• Highly collaborative and team-oriented, self-motivated individual with an entrepreneurial approach to getting work done.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage relationships both internally and externally.

Our company is steadfast in its commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

Safehold’s outstanding company culture is built on respect, collaboration, and a shared passion for excellence, creating an environment where every team member feels valued, heard, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and ideas.

Safehold offers a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support the health and well-being of our employees and their families. Our company is committed to the ongoing growth and development of our talent, offering opportunities for professional development through training programs and challenging projects.

Interested in becoming a key part of our dynamic team? If you meet the qualifications and are eager to embark on this exciting journey, please submit your application by selecting the apply option. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Total Compensation Range: $120,000 - $155,000 (base salary + participation in performance incentive program)

The total compensation salary range for this role is posted. Specific compensation is determined through interviews and a review of relevant education, experience, training, skills, geographic location, and alignment with market data. Additionally, company employees may be eligible to receive a discretionary bonus as determined by bonus program guidelines, position eligibility, and Company approval. The Company offers PTO, Paid Sick Time Off, and Paid Holidays, the terms of which are set forth in company policies. Full-time employees are also eligible to participate in various benefit plans, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and 401K; in each case in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Safehold Inc. (NYSE: SAFE) is revolutionizing real estate ownership by providing a new and better way for owners to unlock the value of the land beneath their buildings. Having created the modern ground lease industry in 2017, Safehold continues to help owners of high-quality multifamily, office, industrial, hospitality, student housing, life science, and mixed-use properties generate higher returns with less risk. The Company, which is taxed as a real estate investment trust (REIT), seeks to deliver safe, growing income and long-term capital appreciation to its shareholders. Additional information on Safehold is available on its website at www.safeholdinc.com.

Safehold Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer