Senior Paralegal

Senior Paralegal Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized professional to join our dynamic real estate team as a Real Estate Paralegal/Title Examiner, Abstractor, Searcher. As a member of the University of Utah real estate team, and in coordination with the Office of General Counsel, you will play a crucial part in facilitating the team's legal needs. Responsibilities 1. Conduct comprehensive research on real estate transactions and relevant legal matters.2. Assist in the preparation and review of legal documents related to real estate transactions.3. Manage and organize critical information and documents pertaining to real estate transactions and projects.4. Liaise with clients and other stakeholders to gather necessary information.5. Perform abstracting of leases, extracting key details to support legal analysis and documentation.6. Handle data entry tasks related to real estate transactions and legal databases.7. Oversee the collection, compilation, and input of data, ensuring accuracy and analyzing conflicting data.8. Analyze and summarize data using computer programs/software to determine trends and changes.9. Prepare reports based on data analysis for administrators and outside agencies.10. Make recommendations to administrators based on the analysis of data.11. Handle special projects and create special reports as needed. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) plus five years of experience required. The ability to provide guidance and give direction to staff members in other departments and divisions and excellent human relations and written and verbal communication skills are also required. Certification as a paralegal may be preferred. Supervisory experience is preferred. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. Preferences 1. Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience. 2. Strong understanding of real estate transactions, legal processes, legal documents and legal terminology. 3. Experience closing real estate transactions; including leases, purchases and sales, easements, title reports, environmental reports and surveys. 4. Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills. 5. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. 6. Proficient in legal research, document management, abstracting leases, and data entry. 7. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Special Instructions Requisition Number: PRN37830B Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Work Schedule Summary: M-F, 8am-5pm Department: 00342 - Real Estate Administration Location: Campus Pay Rate Range: $70,000 - $80,000 based on experience Close Date: Open Until Filled: Yes To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/161089 jeid-9f7b5ea2df516444a94d9c8820eb5995