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Position Type:
Full timeState:
VirginiaCity:
ArlingtonZip Code:
22203Overview
AvalonBay 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 AvalonBay 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 AvalonBay a great place to work.
The Role
Make an impact supporting a high-performing Legal team
We’re looking for a detail‑oriented Legal Coordinator who enjoys balancing administrative excellence with the opportunity to learn and help with hands‑on paralegal and project work. In this role, you’ll be a key partner to our attorneys and legal professionals—keeping matters moving, systems humming, and data accurate—so our Legal Group can serve the business effectively and on time.
What you’ll do:
Administrative support
Coordinate conference calls and schedule meetings across busy calendars
Arrange travel and prepare expense reports
Manage mailings; format, edit, and print memos; and process invoices
Assist with workflows that help the Legal Group manage work and serve the Company
Paralegal & Analytic Support
Learn and provide assistance with paralegal and analytic support, which may include:
Helping coordinate litigation activities and due diligence
Drafting letters and notices; assisting with document preparation and legal research
Maintaining and monitoring compliance tools and systems (data input, reporting, user follow‑up)
Obtaining supporting documentation (e.g., title insurance, surveys, third‑party reports)
Supporting Legal systems such as eBilling and subsidiary management
Gathering relevant data from internal systems, external sources, and legal documents
Accurately entering and maintaining data in compliance systems, and tracking tools
In‑office collaboration
Maintain a regular in‑office presence to support document handling, communication, and direct collaboration with the Legal team and cross‑functional partners
Although many or most Fridays may be worked from a remote location, this position must be prepared to come to the office occasionally on Fridays.
Experience:
2 to 4+ years as an administrative assistant supporting a multi‑person department or executive(s) or in equivalent legal support role
Helpful experience: Prior support as a legal coordinator, or in a legal‑support role such as performing paralegal work is helpful but we are prepared for the right candidate to learn and grow into the role
Education: College degree preferred (depending on relevant experience)
How AvalonBay Supports You
We know that our teams are the beating heart of our success and we’re committed to showing our appreciation.
We offer:
Comprehensive benefits — health, dental and vision, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays, tuition reimbursement, an employee stock purchase plan and more. Click on Benefits (https://jobs.avalonbay.com/benefits) for information.
Growth based on achievement and promotion from within.
Associate recognition (a company-wide recognition program that celebrates associate efforts and successes in contributing to the overall success of the organization – including destination awards, ‘AvalonBay’s Very Best’ recognition program and others!).
A 20% discount on our incredible apartment homes.
A culture built on purpose and our core values - A Commitment to Integrity, A Spirit of Caring, and A Focus on Continuous Improvement.
Additional Info
AvalonBay is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We believe that in order to achieve our purpose of creating a better way to live, we must recruit, develop and retain associates with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives and create an environment that encourages all voices to be heard, understood and appreciated. With this we know we can do great things.
AvalonBay makes employment decisions without regard to a person’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including characteristics or testing), citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by the law.
For California residents, if you elect to apply to AvalonBay you accept the AvalonBay California Personnel Privacy Notice (https://www.avaloncommunities.com/california-personnel-privacy-notice/)
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