Senior Paralegal – Commercial Real Estate, Mortgage Lending

Securian Financial

Senior Paralegal supporting commercial real estate lending transactions at Securian Financial. Managing loan transactions and collaborating with stakeholders across the commercial loan lifecycle.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeSaint Paul • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $73,700 - $136,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in commercial real estate lending transactions, including loan originations, modifications, and restructurings, while effectively collaborating with various stakeholders. Proficient in drafting and negotiating complex legal documents and leveraging technology to enhance operational efficiency.

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Commercial Real Estate LendingLoan DocumentationDrafting And Negotiating ContractsCollaboration With StakeholdersGenerative AI Tools

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Hard Skills

Loan OriginationsModificationsRestructuringsLegal Document ReviewTitle And Survey MattersUCC FilingsMulti-State TransactionsLeasehold MortgagesPortfolio TransactionsAttention To Detail

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeDocument Management SystemsGenerative AI

Industry Keywords

Commercial Real EstateLoan CommitmentsDeed-In-Lieu TransactionsForeclosuresTransaction DocumentsPost-Closing AdministrationProcess ImprovementsLegal DevelopmentsRegulatory Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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.