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Simon Property Group

Senior Counsel – Corporate & Transactional

Simon Property Group, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262


Senior Counsel – Corporate & TransactionalJob Location:

Corporate Indianapolis

PRIMARY PURPOSE

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Simon Property Group is seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior Counsel – Corporate & Transactional to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in corporate law, finance, capital markets, and real estate, with a strong understanding of the unique legal challenges and opportunities in the real estate and investment sectors. This role involves providing legal guidance on a broad range of corporate and financial matters, supporting strategic transactions, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

PRINCIPAL ROLE

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The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

Finance and Investment Matters :

Assist with structuring and negotiating legal documents in connection with financing, debt, equity, and hybrid transactions.

Advise on equity investment structures and characteristics.

Review and analyze financial documents and agreements.

Partnership; M&A :

Provide legal support throughout transaction life cycle; manage due diligence, advise on structuring, negotiation, and effectuation of closing and operational integration of joint ventures, partnerships, mergers, acquisitions, and similar transactions.

Advise on domestic and international structuring issues.

Real Estate Transactions :

Provide legal support for real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and development projects.

Oversee due diligence and manage legal risks associated with real estate deals.

Legal Risk Management :

Identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.

Handle legal disputes, litigation, and regulatory investigations as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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JD Degree from an accredited law school and be admitted to practice in one or more states (Indiana not required).

Minimum of 5 - 7 years of experience.

Strong knowledge of financial and commercial transactions, corporate governance, and real estate transactions.

Familiarity with tax, accounting, and financial reporting preferred.

Understanding of corporate governance and compliance matters (e.g., strong familiarity with documents such as bylaws, resolutions, consents, and meeting minutes).

Excellent negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills.

Proven ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

About UsSimon is a global leader in retail real estate ownership, management, and development and an S&P 100 company (Simon Property Group, NYSE: SPG). Our industry-leading retail properties and investments across North America, Europe, and Asia provide shopping experiences for millions of consumers every day and generate billions in annual retail sales. Our portfolio includes assets of national and international renown - proven assets that are the preferred location for retailers.

In addition to our high-quality properties, Simon is also known for our strong balance sheet, a long-tenured and well-respected senior management team, and our innovative spirit, as reflected in a 50+ year history of successful retail real estate development, management, and leasing. Simon was named Fortune’s Most Admired Real Estate Company eight times. We have experienced an explosion of growth and innovation unprecedented in the industry and we look forward to Simon's future.

Simon is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you require assistance or need to request an accommodation due to a disability, please email CandidateAccommodations@simon.com. Please note this email is intended only for accommodation requests related to the application and interview process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.

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