Division Paralegal

D. R. Horton; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Ho l

Multiple Voluntary and Company-pro v i

Job summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking a Division Paralegal to support Division Counsel, Land Acquisition, and Land Development by coordinating legal requirements to meet division goals. The role demands attention to contracts, closings, and regulatory milestones.

Responsibilities include drafting agreements, coordinating with outside counsel, and organizing project files, with a compensation package including annual salary and bonus opportunities. Excellent benefits accompany a Fortune 500 employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Paralegal certificate required.
• Associate's degree or equivalent (preferred) may be advantageous.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential.
• Ability to prioritize deadlines and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Inform Division on transaction status and next steps.
• Prepare and submit approvals for contracts and notices.
• Draft first drafts of Purchase and Sale Agreements and amendments.
• Coordinate with outside counsel, title and escrow officers.
• Draft real estate closing documents and review settlement statements.
• Attend and host meetings with various departments.

Skills

Excellent written and oral коммуника

Time management

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Ability to work overtime

Education

High school diploma or GED

Paralegal certificate

Associate's degree or equivalent (preferred)

Job description

Job Description - Division Paralegal (2604246)

Job Description

Division Paralegal - 2604246

Description

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Division Paralegal. The right candidate will support Division Counsel, Land Acquisition, and Land Development Dept by coordinating legal requirements necessary to meet Division goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Inform Division on a regular basis regarding status of transaction and anticipate next steps
• Prepare and submit requests for approval from Division to Region/Corporate on Purchase and Sale Agreements, Earnest Money Releases, Subordination Agreements, and issuance of contractual Notice of Suitability that align with the terms of the contract and are supported by financial and legal documents
• Prepare first drafts of Purchase and Sale Agreements and related amendments for attorney review
• Communicate with outside counsel, title officers, and escrow officers regarding deadlines and Division’s needs
• Draft real estate closing documents and review settlement statements
• Attend and host meetings with various departments in support of the Division’s projects
• Request and analyze title commitments
• Analyze deeds, surveys, site plans, easements, HOA/CC&R documents
• Analyze weekly funding reports from Finance Dept
• Organize and maintain daily correspondence
• Store and manage project files and archives in the company’s electronic filing system
• Understand company business processes and policies to recommend necessary changes to contracts
• Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
• Ability to work overtime

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Paralegal certificate
• A minimum of two years of related experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to prioritize deadlines and quickly pivot between a variety of tasks
• Must work within tight deadlines and budget(s) and have time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Outlook email

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school a plus
• Experience in acquisitions or real estate transactions preferred

Compensation

• Annual Salary Range: $65,000 - $85,000, depending on qualifications and experience
• Competitive Bonus Structure

Come joina winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and arelooking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
• Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits

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