Sr. Paralegal - Commercial Real Estate & Mortgage Lending (Hybrid)

*The internal Securian Financial job title for this position is Law Services Consultant*

Securian Financial is seeking a senior paralegal to join our legal team. In this role, you will serve as a legal and transactional partner supporting Securian Financial's commercial real estate lending platform. This role manages complex loan transactions from underwriting and structuring through closing and post-closing servicing for the life of the loan, while coordinating across internal and external stakeholders to enable efficient drafting, negotiation, execution, and risk management. It requires a high level of accountability, the ability to handle many competing deadlines simultaneously, and proficiency with technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the end-to-end execution of commercial real estate loan originations, modifications, restructurings, workouts, deed-in-lieu transactions, foreclosures, and other portfolio transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate mortgage loan commitments, loan documents, amendments, waivers, consents, subordination and non-disturbance agreements, and other transaction documents with minimal attorney supervision.
• Review outside counsel work product, including loan documentation and closing deliverables, and collaborate with outside counsel, borrowers, tenants, title companies, and other stakeholders to negotiate transaction terms and resolve legal issues.
• Independently review leases, property management agreements, ground leases, condominium documents, tenancy-in-common agreements, title, survey, and other real estate documents to identify material risks and recommend appropriate actions.
• Apply advanced knowledge of commercial real estate lending, title, survey, and leasing matters to negotiate closing conditions, evaluate requests, and support sound legal and business decisions.
• Oversee the accurate execution, recording, filing, release, and post-closing administration of loan documentation.
• Train, mentor, and provide guidance to junior paralegals on commercial mortgage lending transactions and related processes.
• Drive process improvements across the commercial loan lifecycle while maintaining knowledge of industry trends, legal developments, and regulatory requirements.
• Leverage generative AI and other technology tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and subject matter expertise.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience supporting commercial real estate lending transactions, including loan originations, modifications, restructurings, and related portfolio transactions. Experience with correspondent-driven origination channels is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of commercial real estate lending, including loan documentation, title and survey matters, lien priority, UCC filings, and the parties involved in complex lending transactions. Experience with multi-state transactions, portfolio transactions, and leasehold mortgages is preferred.
• Significant experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial real estate contracts and legal documents with a high degree of independence.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal business partners and external stakeholders—including mortgage correspondents, borrowers, escrow agents, title companies, outside counsel, and third-party servicers—and communicate complex legal concepts to drive timely, successful transactions.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple complex transactions simultaneously while working with limited attorney supervision.
• Strong technical proficiency, including Microsoft Office, document management systems, and the ability to quickly learn new technologies. Experience leveraging generative AI tools to improve efficiency and work quality is a plus.

#LI-Hybrid **This position will have a hybrid working arrangement, working in-office for a minimum of 3 days a week.**

Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If you’re in a commutable distance (90 minutes) of our Home Office in St. Paul, MN, you’ll join us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules. #LI-Hybrid

Preferred Skills:

Commercial Loan Documentation, Detail-Oriented, Document Analysis, Legal Analysis, Real Estate Contracts, Regulatory Compliance, Relationship Management, Strategic Thinking, Technical Knowledge, Written Communication

The estimated base pay range for this job is:

$73,700.00 - $136,800.00

Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. More information on base pay and incentive pay (if applicable) can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.

Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job – it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being and work-life balance, including the advantages listed here:

Paid time off:

• We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what’s important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.
• Leave programs: Securian’s flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.
• Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.

Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian’s 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.

Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners and children – are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.

Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.

Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including:

• Environmental Health & Sustainability
• Mental Wellness and Disability
• Pride at Securian Financial
• Securian Young Professionals Network
• Securian Multicultural Network
• Securian Women and Allies Network
• Servicemember Associate Resource Group

For more information regarding Securian’s benefits, please review our Benefits page.

This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these plans. In all cases, the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.

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