Practice Group Assistant

Polsinelli; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance and benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Parking/Transit reimbursement

401(k) benefits

Employee assistance benefits

Job summary

Polsinelli seeks to hire a Practice Group Assistant to work with their Real Estate Finance group in the New York office. This role is suitable for recent graduates or individuals interested in real estate and the paralegal profession.

The position supports pre-closing through post-closing loan activities and involves coordinating with attorneys, analysts, paralegals, and title companies. A bachelor’s degree is strongly preferred, and paralegal certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
• Paralegal Certification preferred.
• Strong interest in the real estate lending and legal profession.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Maintain confidentiality and high work standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pre-closing, closing, and post-closing of loans.
• Compile and organize loan documents and signature pages.
• Create closing binder indexes and closing binders.
• Prepare custodial letters and custodial packages.
• Create and update various checklists.
• Track post-closing items and documents.
• Collaborate with attorneys, analysts, paralegals, and title companies.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Ability to multi-task

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal Certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

At Polsinelli,What a Law Firm Should Be is not just our tagline, it is what we live every day. We strive to create an environment where our team members are encouraged to bring their creativity and professional passions into the workplace so that they can thrive. Are you a people person who has a keen eye for detail, thrives in a professional environment and wants to be part of a dynamic team? We have the perfect role for an engaging professional like you!

Polsinelli seeks to hire a Practice Group Assistant to work with their Real Estate Finance group in the New York office.This is a great opportunity for recent college graduates or individuals interested in real estate and the paralegal profession.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with pre-closing, closing, and post-closing of loans
• Compile and organize documents: loan documents, signature pages, etc.
• Create closing binder indexes and closing binders
• Prepare custodial letters and custodial packages
• Create and update various checklist
• Track post-closing items such as recorded documents and original documents
• Work with attorneys, analysts, paralegals, and title companies

SKILLS

• Excellent computer skills, including, but not limited to: Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet searches
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and balance multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

REQUIREMENTS

• Strong interest in the real estate lending and the legal profession
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong sense of pride in personal work product
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
• Prior law firm experience or paralegal certificate a plus
• Must be able to work individually as well as in a team setting
• Must be dependable, dedicated, and able to maintain confidentiality

The budgeted salary range for this position is $50,000 - $60,000.

As part of full-time employment associated with this position, Polsinelli PC offers the following benefits: Paid time off, sick time off, a referral program, medical insurance and benefits, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, ID Theft insurance, long-term disability benefits, short-term disability benefits, Parking/Transit reimbursement (varies depending on location), 401(k) benefits, and employee assistance benefits.

Polsinelli PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Loyal : Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help

Flexibility : Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Preferred

Bachelor's or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Paralegal Certification

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