Real Estate Paralegal - Lennar Mortgage

Overview

Welcome Home! Build your career with Lennar:

As one of the nation’s largest builders, Lennar has built over one million new homes for families across America.  Since 1954, our communities have catered to all lifestyles and family dynamics, whether you are a first-time or move-up buyer, multigenerational family, or active adult.

At Lennar, Everything’s Included in our homes, and Everyone’s Included on our team.  Our Everyone’s Included vision is to be as inclusive and diverse as the communities we build unleashing the power of diversity within our workforce to drive innovation & sustainable growth. 

Lennar's Core Values:

Our commitment to Quality, Value, and Integrity is the underlying foundation upon which Lennar was built, and these three fundamental principles still guide us in caring for our customers, associates, trade partners, shareholders, and community.

Responsibilities

• Review title commitments and underlying documents; prepare title summaries identifying title issues; confer with title agents, and underwriters to limit title requirements and exceptions as appropriate.
• Review surveys; prepare survey summaries identifying any survey inadequacies or title issues; confer with surveyors, title agents, and underwriters to correct survey inadequacies and limit survey exceptions included on title commitments.
• Prepare draft legal documents for attorney review and further modification, including without limitation, purchase and sale agreements, closing documents, and title objection letters. 
• Create and maintain contract critical dates lists.
• Assist in the processing of commercial real estate closings.

Qualifications

• Paralegal Certification required
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a real estate paralegal position within a law firm/corporate in-house/title insurance company; must have significant experience reviewing title and processing title for commercial real estate transactions; experience with residential development is a bonus, but not required.
• Excellent command of the English language; written and verbal
• Excellent grammar/spelling
• Attendance and punctuality imperative
• Strong Microsoft Word and Excel

Contacts

Daily interaction with regional real estate attorneys, various division personnel, title companies, surveyors and outside attorneys.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.  Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, lift, walk, move and/or carry equipment in excess of 20 pounds.  Must have finger dexterity to operate computer keyboard and calculator. 

This position outlines the basic tasks and requirements for the position noted.  It is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties of the associates.

FLSA Status

Non – Exempt 

Life at Lennar:

Lennar recognizes our associates are the heart of the company’s success. Learn new skills, build your path, and become an integral part of the Lennar Family.

Lennar associates will be eligible for many benefits in accordance with Lennar’s policies and applicable plan terms, including:

• Health Insurance - Medical, Dental & Vision
• Vacation – up to 3 weeks of vacation per year upon hire
• Holidays, Sick Leave, & Personal Days
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match
• Paid Maternity & Bonding Leave
• New Hire Referral Bonus Program
• Home Purchase Discount for Associates
• Associate Assistance Plan
• Everyone’s Included Day
• Student Debt Repayment Program
• This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the Company due to factors affecting the business.

Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. 

General Overview of Compensation:

The *median base compensation for this position is estimated to be $37.25/an hour, subject to adjustment based on business-related factors including employee qualifications, geographic location, and operational considerations.  Note: *The median amount may be greater or less than the average salary.

• This position may be eligible for performance-based bonuses as determined in the Company’s sole discretion.
• This position will be eligible for the described benefits listed in the above section.
• This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the Company due to factors affecting the business.

Type

Regular Full-Time

• This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the company due to factors affecting the business.

General Overview of Compensation & Benefits:

We reasonably expect the base compensation offered for this position to range from an hourly rate of $26.49 - $43, subject to adjustment based on business-related factors such as employee qualifications, geographic pay differentials (e.g., cost of labor/living, etc.), and operational considerations.

• This position may be eligible for bonuses.
• This position may be eligible for commissions.
• This position will be eligible for the described benefits listed in the above section in accordance with Company Policy.
• This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the Company due to factors affecting the business.

Life at Lennar

At Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our Associates, offering a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth. Our Associates have access to robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, ensuring their health needs are well taken care of. Our 401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%, helps secure their financial future, while Paid Parental Leave and an Associate Assistance Plan provide essential support during life's critical moments. To further support our Associates, we provide an Education Assistance Program and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance, underscoring our commitment to their diverse needs and aspirations. From the moment of hire, they can enjoy up to three weeks of vacation annually, alongside generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies. Additionally, we offer a New Hire Referral Bonus Program, significant Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as the Everyone’s Included Day. At Lennar, we believe in investing in our Associates, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally. Lennar Associates will have access to these benefits as outlined by Lennar’s policies and applicable plan terms. Visit Lennartotalrewards.com to view our suite of benefits.

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Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.