Commercial Real Estate Transactions Paralegal
About The Position
JOIN OUR TEAM Bridge33 Capital is a rapidly growing, vertically integrated real estate private equity firm focused on open-air retail real estate. The Company recently closed its latest opportunistic fund, marking a key milestone for the company. We are seeking COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS PARALEGAL , to serve as a key partner to the General Counsel, the Legal team, and the Transactions team. In this high-impact role, you will manage the full lifecycle of real estate transactions driving efficient execution from due diligence through closing, and post-closing matters. This is a hybrid position based in our downtown Chicago office, with an in-office presence of 2 – 3 days per week, and remote work arrangements may be considered if needed. Join Bridge33 Capital and play a meaningful role in shaping the success of our Company! MISSION We build relationships and create value where others don’t. KEY PRINCIPLES We’re Better Together | We’re Here to Serve | We crush our egos, and we have empathy for teammates | We stay positive | We embrace accountability, and we champion results.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2-3 years legal experience in a law firm, with a specific focus on commercial real estate transactions.
- Strong proficiency with technology for managing real estate transactions, for creating complex documents and spreadsheets; and an aptitude for adapting to new technology and software as required by the role.
- Proven ability to simultaneously manage multiple complex projects while consistently meeting critical deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across all organizational levels.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain composure under pressure, handle sensitive confidential information with discretion and work effectively with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work effectively independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards of performance.
- Possess skills, abilities and traits that align with the company’s Key Principles
Responsibilities
- Assist in drafting, reviewing, and revising various transaction-related documents, including purchase and sale agreements, closing statements, deeds, and other commercial real estate contracts.
- Perform critical due diligence tasks, such as title and survey review and analyzing zoning and environmental reports.
- Assist in the preparation and review of due diligence checklists to ensure all contractual obligations are met.
- Organize the closing process by coordinating schedules, track post-closing obligations, and organize final closing binders.
- Review closing documents for accuracy and completeness before execution.
- Prepare and organize closing binders and ensure all necessary documents are executed, recorded and properly filed.
- Act as a primary point of contact between the legal team, clients, and third-party vendors, including title companies, lenders, and opposing counsel.
- Maintain organized electronic and physical transaction files for all transactions in compliance with company document retention policies.
Benefits
- Fast paced and dynamic work environment, including frequent interaction with the senior management team.
- Generous time off policy
- Company sponsored medical, dental and vision insurance.
- Company paid life insurance.
- Company paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Paid parental leave.
- 401k plan with Company match
- 11 paid holidays
- The annual compensation range for this role is $90,000 - $130,000 and eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on individual and company performance.
- Bridge33 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
- Bridge33 is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
- To request reasonable accommodation, please contact our Human Resources department at hr.requests@bridge33capital.com.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
