Real Estate Analyst

Polsinelli PC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

Polsinelli PC is seeking an Analyst for their Real Estate Finance Practice Group in Chicago. This role involves assisting attorneys with lender-side commercial real estate closings and requires a paralegal certification along with five years of relevant experience.

Candidates must be detail-oriented, possess strong communication skills, and manage multiple projects effectively. The role offers a salary range of $90,000 - $110,000 and full-time benefits including paid time off, medical, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in commercial real estate as a Paralegal.

Responsibilities

• Assist Real Estate attorneys in the Real Estate Finance Practice Group.
• Experience with lender-side commercial real estate closings.
• Review various real estate documents.
• Analyze title commitment and zoning reports.
• Conduct due diligence during the closing process.

Skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

High level of professionalism

Clear and concise communication

Detail-oriented and organized

Education

Paralegal Certificate or equivalent

Job description

Joining the premier real estate practice in multiple offices, this Analyst role assists Real Estate attorneys in the Real Estate Finance Practice Group. The position requires experience in commercial real estate transactions and working directly with clients, title companies, and agencies.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Experience with lender-side commercial real estate closings for title, survey, zoning review, and assisting closing attorneys with all other matters required by the lender toward the closing.
• Review various real estate documents including title, survey, zoning reports, etc.
• Analyze title commitment, underlying title exception documents and surveys, zoning reports; prepare title and survey review letters to obtain lender’s proforma loan policies and approved surveys; assist attorneys with related items as required for the closing.
• Work directly with surveyors, title companies, zoning consultants, and other third‑party vendors to support closing attorneys.
• Conduct due diligence during the closing process to obtain proforma loan policies, surveys, and zoning reports.
• Perform various other duties as needed to support the Commercial Real Estate Finance Practice Group.

SKILLS

• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• High level of professionalism and interpersonal skills for interacting with internal and external clients, maintaining confidentiality.
• Clear and concise communication, both verbal and written.
• Detail‑oriented, highly organized; manages multiple projects and follows through without prompting.
• Ability to handle routine daily functions while resolving sensitive issues and complex assignments.

REQUIREMENTS

• Five years of experience in commercial real estate as a Paralegal.
• Paralegal Certificate or equivalent.

The budgeted salary range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000, depending on experience.

BENEFITS

Polsinelli PC offers full‑time benefits that include paid time off, sick time, medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, ID theft, short‑term and long‑term disability, parking/transit reimbursement (varies by location), 401(k), and employee assistance programs.

EEO Statement

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.