Sr. Paralegal, Real Estate

Overview

A company specializing in utility-scale clean energy projects across California and the Desert Southwest is seeking a Senior Paralegal to provide real estate, transactional, and administrative support. The role focuses on real estate closings and title curative work, supporting project finance and development teams.

Responsibilities

• Order and review title commitments, exception documents, and surveys; liaise with title companies and surveyors to resolve issues and obtain revised documents.
• Prepare and coordinate execution of real estate agreements including leases, easements, memoranda, amendments, terminations, landowner estoppels, and subordination and non-disturbance agreements.
• Track and report on project execution, including title searches and title curative work.
• Draft correspondence regarding title and survey comments and revisions.
• Manage contract critical dates, electronic calendaring, and closing checklists.
• Analyze, coordinate, and procure crossing consents and agreements with third parties; communicate compliance requirements to construction teams and contractors.
• Assist with all aspects of closings, including preparation of closing and conveyance documents, closing statements, and schedules.
• Populate documents to data rooms and prepare closing binders.
• Handle post-closing requirements such as preparing closing indices and monitoring deliveries.
• Prepare clear and concise correspondence and memoranda.
• Review and proofread organizational and authority documents.
• Perform Notary Public duties and other tasks as requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Minimum of 5 years of real estate paralegal experience in an in-house legal department or law firm.
• Experience closing complex multi-parcel real estate projects or similar transactions.
• Proficiency in drafting and reviewing real estate site control and title curative documents.
• Transactional experience with familiarity in closing mechanics and documentation.
• High accuracy, attention to detail, and excellent proofreading skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for effective interaction across teams and external parties.
• Strong analytical skills to read, comprehend, and summarize legal documents and contracts.
• Ability to work autonomously, solve problems proactively, and manage shifting priorities and deadlines.
• Entrepreneurial attitude with a willingness to work in a fast-paced, rapidly growing environment.
• Flexibility in work schedule to support closings and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate.
• Notary Public license issued by the State of California.
• Experience using Contract Lifecycle Management Systems (CLMS) such as Summize or Ironclad.
• Previous experience in the renewable energy industry is preferred but not required; enthusiasm for renewable energy and sustainability is essential.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $107,269 to $115,000 USD (plus bonus and benefits).
• Competitive compensation package.
• 401(k) matching.
• Comprehensive medical and dental plan options.
• Flexible paid time off.

Location

• Position based in California.

The salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries in California. Individual pay is determined by work location, skills, experience, and education. Additional compensation details will be provided during the hiring process.