Senior Paralegal - asset-backed finance deals / secured finance

Job Description

Job Description

Our client, a prestigious Am Law 100 firm, is seeking a Senior Paralegal with deep experience in transactional matters, particularly in structured finance . This role requires advanced knowledge of the full transactional lifecycle and the ability to work with minimal attorney supervision on complex, high-value deals.

Key Responsibilities :

Coordinate, organize, and prepare complex transaction documents for structured finance matters

Manage key aspects of the deal lifecycle, including checklists, timelines, and communications

Organize, review, and maintain diligence materials; prepare and track signature pages; compile closing binders

Review and file UCC financing statements; order and analyze UCC lien searches and corporate documents

Liaise with attorneys, clients, vendors, and internal departments to streamline processes and ensure accuracy

Maintain and manage relevant databases and filing systems

Partner with internal resources and external vendors to meet project needs

Work overtime or travel as required to meet deadlines

Technical Proficiencies :

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Document management systems (iManage)

Transactional software tools (SimplyAgree, Litera)

Online research platforms (LexisNexis, Westlaw)

Timekeeping and expense reporting systems

Strong understanding of legal billing processes

Qualifications :

Minimum 7 years of paralegal and transactional experience (required)

Bachelors degree (preferred)

ABA-approved paralegal certificate (preferred)