TruAmerica Multifamily
Full Time · $400,000 · Los Angeles, California
A six-time Great Place to Work-Certified™ company, most recently in 2026.
Founded in July 2013, TruAmerica Multifamily is a partnership between industry veteran Robert E. Hart and The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America. The company is based on the premise that tremendous upside potential remains in mid-tier apartment communities that can be unlocked through tailored renovation, repositioning strategies, and focused management. TruAmerica Multifamily is a privately held, fully integrated real estate investment firm that invests in apartment communities located in primary and secondary markets throughout the country. We continue to grow by selectively acquiring, redeveloping, and effectively managing multifamily properties. TruAmerica has grown to become a Top 25 apartment owner in the United States, according to the National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC), and is the youngest manager in the NMHC Top 50. Today, TruAmerica has over 60,000 units in 25 high-growth markets and approximately $16 billion of assets under management.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and serving as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, the General Counsel is TruAmerica's senior legal executive and the running point of contact across the firm's deal activity. The role leads legal strategy, corporate governance, transactions, risk and insurance, and legal operations, and provides counsel to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team. As the legal quarterback throughout the deal lifecycle, from preliminary memoranda and term sheets through purchase and sale agreements, joint venture documentation, closing, and post-closing integration, the General Counsel consolidates legal functions currently distributed across the organization and transitions corporate governance work performed by outside counsel in-house. The General Counsel also serves as Corporate Secretary for TruAmerica and its controlled affiliates.
- Serve as the legal point of contact and coordinator across the deal lifecycle, from sourcing through closing and post-closing integration.
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Advise the CEO, Chief Investment Officer, and investment leadership on preliminary memoranda, term sheets, and pricing agreements at the front end of transactions.
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Negotiate and draft, often in coordination with outside counsel, the firm's full range of legal documents, including real estate transaction documents, loan documents, operating agreements, leases, license agreements, easements, listing agreements, cost-sharing agreements, corporate contracts, engagement letters, non-disclosure agreements, know-your-customer disclosures, fund formation and ancillary documents, and consulting agreements.
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Work alongside the investment management teams on all legal aspects of closings, including acquisitions, dispositions, and financings; manage external legal due diligence; and review and approve title, zoning, closing binders, and legal documents for legal risk, completeness, and accuracy.
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For funds and investment vehicles, collaborate with Capital Markets, investor relations, investment teams, and external fund counsel to execute fund closings in a timely manner, including standard fund documentation and side letters, balancing current market practice with precedential fund terms and the sensitivity of key limited partners.
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Lead any discussion relating to the interpretation of partnership documents and ensure TruAmerica teams remain compliant with the business and legal terms of each vehicle and its side letters.
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Provide advice and counsel to senior business professionals on commercial, corporate, and real estate matters, including structuring and negotiating key transactions and initiatives that achieve business objectives while mitigating legal, reputational, and regulatory risk.
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Engage and manage outside counsel, negotiate legal fees, and oversee corporate, vehicle, and asset-level legal spend in line with budget.
- Lead the enterprise risk management program, integrating legal, operational, and reputational risk assessments.
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Judge the merits of claims and lawsuits filed against the firm, recommend appropriate plans of action, review and assist in drafting litigation-related documentation, and manage outside counsel for efficiency with time and resources.
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Own the corporate and asset-level insurance program, including managing insurance brokers, large insurance claims and insurance loss funds, carrier issues, and the insurance bidding process, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and fund and lender requirements.
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Collaborate with asset management on portfolio insurance allocation methodology.
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Ensure corporate and asset-level compliance with all business and licensing obligations, including state leasing and broker licensing requirements across the portfolio.
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Oversee TruAmerica's regulatory posture as an investment adviser, including monitoring the impact of pending or adopted SEC rules on firm operations and partnering with the Chief Compliance Officer on sensitive or high-risk regulatory matters.
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Provide investment management and property operations support for resident-related matters and contact with law enforcement, government entities, and the media.
- Oversee corporate entity structure, formation, annual maintenance, and dissolution across the platform.
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Draft and oversee consents, operating agreements, intercompany documentation, Executive Leadership Team and committee materials, minutes, resolutions, and the governance calendar.
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Transition corporate governance work currently performed by outside counsel in-house, while managing residual outside counsel scope within a defined budget.
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Advise the company on changes in law, regulations, and contractual obligations impacting corporate business and operations.
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Provide oversight for company-wide contract documentation, approval workflows, and signing authority.
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Draft, review, and analyze corporate and asset-level policies and procedures.
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Conduct legal due diligence for corporate mergers, acquisitions, and strategic transactions.
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Review and, where needed, draft correspondence to outside parties on sensitive topics or matters with potential legal ramifications.
- Contribute to enterprise strategy, governance, and long-term planning as a member of the Executive Leadership Team.
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Partner with the Chief Investment Officer and transactions leadership on deal flow and execution.
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Partner with the Chief Financial Officer on insurance, claims, fund compliance, and risk.
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Coordinate with Capital Markets on fund documentation, investor matters, and related transactional support.
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Lead and develop a team of legal professionals and serve as a senior leader of the broader firm, including mentorship of associates outside the legal team.
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Operate as a culture carrier within the firm, demonstrating ethical behavior, sound business judgment, and an extraordinary work ethic.
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
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Active California State Bar membership in good standing.
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Fifteen or more years of progressively responsible legal experience, with at least five years in real estate investment management, private equity real estate, or institutional property management.
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Direct experience leading transactions in multifamily, commercial, or institutional real estate.
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Demonstrated experience with joint ventures, fund formation, limited partnership agreements, side letters, and investor-side documentation.
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Demonstrated experience managing outside counsel and total legal spend across corporate, vehicle, and asset-level matters.
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Commercial insurance program oversight experience, including placement, renewals, claims, and broker management.
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Working knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and experience supporting a registered investment adviser preferred.
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Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills; a motivator of people and a culture carrier.
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Highest integrity, deep understanding of fiduciary obligations, and strong business acumen.
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Executive presence and the ability to communicate effectively at the executive leadership and investor level.
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Ability to operate at a fast pace, adapt to change, and exercise independent judgment with limited direct supervision.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
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Ability to sit for up to 10 hours per day.
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Ability to move freely around the office for up to 10 hours per day.
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Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
The base salary for this role is $400,000. This position is also eligible for a discretionary bonus.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
TruAmerica Multifamily is a six-time Great Place to Work-Certified™ company, most recently in 2026, and we invest in our colleagues the same way we invest in our communities. Eligible colleagues receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:
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Medical, dental, and vision: TruAmerica covers 100% of the employee premium for base medical plans, and dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, and AD&D are 100% employer-paid. TruAmerica also contributes toward the cost of dependent coverage.
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401(k) retirement plan with a company match.
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Vacation, sick, and holidays: a vacation allowance that grows with tenure (up to 21 days), generous paid sick leave, and 10+ paid holidays, plus your birthday, cultural and ethnic observance days, and company-sponsored volunteer days.
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Pre-tax savings: Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA/DCA).
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Plan flexibility: choice of a national Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO or HMO, plus regional plan options where available.
Benefits described are representative of those offered to eligible full-time colleagues and may vary by position, location, and eligibility. This summary is general and does not create a contract or guarantee of any particular benefit.
TruAmerica Multifamily is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and internships. TruAmerica Multifamily makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. TruAmerica participates in employment eligibility verification as required by law.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check and reference verification. Consistent with applicable Fair Chance and Ban-the-Box laws, TruAmerica will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the law and will conduct an individualized assessment before withdrawing any conditional offer.
This job description is not a contract of employment and does not alter the at-will nature of employment with TruAmerica Multifamily. Employment may be terminated by either the employee or the company at any time, with or without cause or notice, to the extent permitted by law. TruAmerica reserves the right to modify the duties and responsibilities of this position at any time.
TruAmerica Multifamily collects personal information from applicants solely for recruitment and hiring purposes, in accordance with applicable data privacy laws. Categories of information collected may include identifiers (such as name and contact information), professional or employment-related information (such as resume, work history, and references), and education information. This information is used to evaluate your candidacy, communicate with you regarding the application process, and comply with applicable legal obligations. TruAmerica does not sell applicant personal information. Information is retained only as long as necessary for these purposes or as otherwise required by law.
TruAmerica Multifamily has an internal Talent Acquisition team that manages all recruiting for our open positions. We are not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms, staffing agencies, or third-party recruiters for this role.
Please do not forward resumes, candidate profiles, or contact information to our employees, hiring managers, or any TruAmerica email address or office location. TruAmerica will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes, and any such submissions will be considered the property of TruAmerica with no obligation to pay a placement or referral fee. Agencies wishing to be considered as a future search partner must be engaged directly and in writing by TruAmerica's Talent Acquisition team prior to submitting any candidates.
