Sr. Paralegal, Real Estate

Avantus; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 101,960 - 119,953; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical and dental plan options

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Avantus, a leading developer and owner-operator of utility-scale clean energy projects in California, seeks a Sr. Paralegal to support real estate closings, title curative work, and cross-functional teams including project finance and development.

5+ years of real estate paralegal experience, a bachelor’s degree (paralegal certificate preferred), and CA Notary Public license are required. Proficiency with MS Office is expected; renewable energy experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or paralegal certification preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of real estate paralegal experience in-house or at a law firm.
• Experience in renewable energy projects and closings strongly preferred.
• Transactional closing mechanics and title documentation proficiency.
• High accuracy, organization, and proofreading skills.
• Strong communication across multiple departments and external parties.

Responsibilities

• Order, review, and reconcile title commitments, surveys, and exceptions.
• Draft and coordinate real estate agreements, leases, easements, and estoppels.
• Manage project closings, calendars, and closing checklists.
• Draft title/survey comment letters to title companies and surveyors.
• Coordinate crossing consents and compliance with Construction team.
• Assist with post-closing duties and binders.

Skills

Real estate closings

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Analytical skills

Notary CA

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Paralegal certificate (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

ABOUT AVANTUS

Avantus develops, owns, and operates utility-scale clean energy projects across California and the Desert Southwest. Our development pipeline represents one of the nation's largest portfolios of solar with integrated storage, capable of providing dispatchable power to 17 million Americans, day and night. With over a decade of industry leadership and strategic investment from KKR and EIG, Avantus delivers affordable, reliable clean energy solutions that meet America’s growing energy demand.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Sr. Paralegal provides real estate, transactional, and administrative support across multiple cross‑functional teams, including project finance and development teams, with an emphasis on real estate closings and title curative work. This person has experience closing complex multi‑parcel real estate projects or similar transactions, and proficiency in drafting and reviewing real‑estate site control and title curative documents.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Order and review title commitments, exception documents and surveys, interfacing directly with the title company and surveyor to resolve any issues or discrepancies, and obtain revised title commitments, title insurance proformas, and final surveys.
• Prepare and coordinate the execution of real estate agreements, such as lease and easement agreements (and associated memoranda, amendments and terminations), landowner estoppels, Subordination and Non‑Disturbance Agreements and various other land and title documents.
• Coordinate, track, and report on the execution of projects, including title searches and title curative work.
• Prepare first drafts of title and survey comment/revision correspondence to the title companies and surveyors.
• Prepare and administer contract critical dates, electronic calendaring, and closing checklists.
• Conduct analysis, coordination and procurement of crossing consents and crossing agreements with third parties, including conveying and drafting compliance requirements to Construction team and contractors.
• Coordinate and assist with all aspects of closings including lease “closings”, including preparation of closing documents, conveyance documents, closing statements, and other closing documents.
• Prepare closing schedules and assist with population of documents to data rooms.
• Attend to all post‑closing requirements, which will require you to prepare closing indices, prepare and organize closing binders, and monitor all post‑closing deliveries and requirements.
• Prepare clear and concise correspondence and memorandum.
• Review/proofread organizational and authority documents.
• Perform Notary Public duties as required.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree, paralegal certificate preferred, but not required.
• Minimum of 5 years of real estate paralegal experience in an in‑house legal department or at a law firm.
• Previous experience in the renewable energy industry required.
• Transactional experience and familiarity with closing mechanics and documentation.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail and excellent proofreading skills.
• High level of organizational skills and time management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required to communicate effectively with direct team members, across multiple departments and with external counterparties.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to read, comprehend and summarize legal documents and contracts.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with team members at all levels of the company in a congenial, collaborative manner.
• A resourceful problem solver with the ability to operate autonomously and efficiently and to figure out solutions proactively and independently.
• Ability to pivot between responsibilities to meet tight deadlines and shifting demands and priorities.
• An entrepreneurial attitude and work ethic with a desire to roll up your sleeves and get the job done in a fast‑paced environment and rapidly growing business.
• Willingness to be flexible about your work schedule to support closings and to meet deadlines.
• Current Notary Public license issued by the Notary Commission from the State of California.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Suite.

Avantus offers competitive compensation with an excellent benefits package, including 401(k) matching; comprehensive medical and dental plan options; and flexible PTO. We are an equal‑opportunity employer. The base salary range for this full‑time position is listed below (plus bonus and benefits). Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position in California. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the applicable location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus and benefits.

Pay Range

$101,960 - $119,953 USD