Commercial Lending Legal Assistant

Commercial Lending Legal Assistant

If you are a skilled Legal Assistant with experience in commercial lending or real estate financing and you are ready to grow your career with a firm that truly values excellence, you won’t want to miss this opportunity! Our Client, a highly regarded and well-established Toronto law firm, is seeking a Commercial Lending Legal Assistant to support a dynamic team delivering first-class service to an impressive client base. The ideal candidate brings a minimum of five years of relevant experience, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and has a sharp eye for detail. This is an opportunity to join a sophisticated, collaborative firm that offers a hybrid work model, outstanding perks and benefits, a supportive atmosphere, and a reputation you will be proud to stand behind. If you are looking for your next challenge with one of Toronto’s leading firms, do not let this chance pass you by – apply now!

Salary: Up to $75K

Key Responsibilities

• Manage commercial real estate lending files from start to finish
• Review bank commitment letters and extract key terms for document preparation and funding
• Conduct title searches, review Parcel Registers/PINs, and identify title issues, encumbrances, and other matters requiring lawyer attention
• Prepare and register all Teraview documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Coordinate and process title insurance matters, including policies with First Canadian Title
• Conduct thorough due diligence for commercial lending transactions
• Prepare commercial lending documentation, including electronic registration materials and security documents for lawyer review
• Draft correspondence and closing documentation related to commercial real estate lending matters

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the legal industry
• Team-player attitude with strong communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to multi-task and manage your time in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to learn
• Attention to detail
• Maintain strict confidentiality
• Strong working knowledge of all accounting and billing procedure
• Completion of a Legal Assistant or Law Clerk Diploma an asset

To apply, please forward your resume to: Zaheeda Merali Manager – Executive Search at zaheeda@cartelinc.com