What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Manager position at A10 Capital?
ABOUT US
A10 Capital is a leading provider of middle-market commercial real estate loans. An innovator in the industry with a scalable funding model, A10 is backed by significant institutional investors. The Company’s full-service platform incorporates focused origination, speedy underwriting, in-house legal, and servicing for the life of the loan. The Transaction & Legal team within A10 Capital manages the loan processing, legal diligence, documentation and funding process for new loan opportunities in both the commercial real estate bridge loan and life company loan programs, delivering exceptional service and fostering repeat customer relationships in the commercial real estate market. To efficiently and promptly close an increasing number of loan opportunities, we are seeking a talented and motivated Transaction & Legal Manager to join our dynamic team and contribute to A10’s continued success.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Transaction & Legal Manager has primary responsibility for review and completion of all legal due diligence, drafting and negotiating of loan documentation, and coordination of closing of commercial real estate loans.
PRIMARY DUTIES
- Complete review & analysis of legal structure documents, leases, environmental reports, surveys, title commitments, zoning & regulatory compliance, UCC, lien & judgment searches, purchase agreements, property taxes, insurance, business park & condo associations, along with identification of issues & creative problem-solving thereof; identification & resolution of legal & title issues with borrowers, borrowers’ counsel & title companies; review of underwriting memos & drafting of all loan documentation and negotiation/revision thereof based on credit & business terms; coordination of closings, including preparation of settlement statements for closing & wiring of loan funds.
- Communicate clearly and professionally on a regular basis with customers, their counsel, and A10’s outside counsel
- Handle confidential or sensitive documents related to outside customer information and internal company matters
- Includes clerical functions such as: file preparation; drafting of correspondence and preparation of overnight packages; document follow up; calendaring on tickler system following closing of loan; and scheduling meetings and conference calls
- Perform any and all other duties as may be required or needed from time to time
REQUISITES
- Minimum five (5) years of experience as a legal assistant, loan closer, escrow officer, title officer in a bank, law firm, or other company with a focus in commercial real estate and/or finance preferred
- College degree, paralegal certificate and/or equivalent relevant experience preferred
- Must possess strong personal and organizational skills and be a quick learner with ability to manage multiple priorities and operate efficiently in a fast paced high stress environment
- Excellent oral communication and writing skills are integral as this position works closely with underwriting and is a primary contact with customers and third parties on behalf of A10 Capital
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Windows, Outlook and Internet required
- Proficiency with cloud-based document management and Salesforce preferred
- Ability to work independently within a team-oriented environment
BENEFITS
Competitive base salary and bonus
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid Federal Holidays
Professional development opportunities
Flexible paid time off
And more…
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants should email their resume to Human Resources at jobs@a10capital.com with the subject line "Transaction & Legal Manager - [Your Name]".