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Real Estate Paralegal (contract)

Beacon Hill, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Beacon Hill Legal’s client, a boutique real estate investment company, is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal for a 3‑month contract coverage, with the potential for extension.

Candidates must have 5+ years of experience in a corporate legal department or law firm, preparing and drafting leases, amendments, letter agreements, termination/surrender agreements, telecommunication license agreements, SNDAs, estoppel certificates.

Candidates must be comfortable commuting to the office five times a week and be available for overtime as business needs arise.

Primary Responsibilities

Coordinate documents with Leasing, Property Management, Asset Management and Acquisitions teams

Prepare all general correspondence and legal leasing documents including leases, amendments, letter agreements, termination/surrender agreements, telecommunication license agreements, SNDAs, estoppel certificates

Work with the Acquisitions Department on re‑financings, sales and dispositions

Serve as liaison for Tenants and Building Managers and respond to internal/external inquiries about leases/tenants

Handle limited personal functions transactions and renewing memberships and subscriptions

Coordinate appointments and meetings

Process accounts receivable/accounts payable invoices

Compose/distribute confidential correspondence, including email

Interface with attorneys, banks and buildings’ staff and tenants

Conduct Internet and subscription source research on various topics

Keep all legal files well‑organized, including preparing labels and electronic counterparts

Upload documents to internal corporate filing systems (FileStar and LeaseTracker)

Education & Experience

5+ years relevant experience in a law firm or corporate legal department required and specifically in drafting, editing, and backlining lease related documents

Real Estate‑specific experience is preferred.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

Ability to commute to the office in Midtown daily

Advanced use of Microsoft Word (tables of content, blacklining, document retrieval)

Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Outlook

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, mainly for expense reports

Need for confidentiality/discretion

Must be prepared to report quarterly personal stock trading activity to comply with requirements applicable to registered investment advisors

Must be prepared to submit writing samples and references

Interested candidates must apply with a Word version of their resume for consideration. All relevant experience should be listed on resume submissions

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