SBA Paralegal

BayFirst National Bank is a full-service community bank and national SBA Lender founded in 1999 and headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida. We are a true community bank, and our unique model is grounded in supporting the strength and heart of our communities: individuals, families, and small business owners. We are both current and comfortable for the broad customer base and communities in which we serve. We are socially responsible and understand our duty to the economic impact of the underserved. As a progressive and innovative organization, we are constantly moving forward in the changing world around us by acting with speed, simplicity, and decisiveness to meet our customers on their terms as products, technologies, and customer experience expectations evolve. Understanding that our employees are our most valuable resource, we are committed to providing career development opportunities, flexibility, competitive compensation, and best-in-class benefits to our entire workforce. As an organization, we encourage open communication in an environment of mutual respect, where hard work is rewarded, and a professional but informal atmosphere is valued within the workplace. Position Summary: This is a key role for BayFirst’s CORE SBA team which will include support for Director of SBA Closing Department and CORE Closers. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Review Purchase Contract documents, leases and title commitments Draft Affidavits, Change in Terms and other documents Assist Closers as needed including equity injection verification, review draft loan documents, reconcile Settlement Statements, prepare Escrow/Title Instructions Remain current on pending and proposed regulatory changes affecting compliance and SOP with SBA Communicate with borrower, outside counsel and escrow/title as needed Perform other duties as assigned Requirements include but are not limited to: Three to five years of experience processing or closing SBA 7a and 504 loans Paralegal certification Knowledge of contract and loan documents Knowledge of required collateral documentation and collateral perfection for various loan types Excellent written and verbal communication skills Interpersonal skills to interact positively and effectively with all levels of employees, management, and third parties Ability to prioritize tasks Demonstrated ability to complete work in a timely, efficient manner with accuracy Self-starter that is able to work independently and as part of a team Ability to identify issues Notary and willingness to become RON notary Ability to meet strict timelines Strong computer skills including Word and Excel along with an ability to quickly learn new systems Helpful but not required: Simplifile recording experience and Hubspot BayFirst National Bank believes that diversity and inclusivity are essential to positive long-term success and achieving our strategic business goals. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage diverse and talented applicants to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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