Junior Program Paralegal/Legal Analyst - Commercial Real Estate
Drechsler & Drechsler LLP, Rye Brook, NY, United States
Location:
Rye Brook, New York (On-site) Employment Type:
Full-Time I Entry-Level About the Role We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Program Paralegal/Legal Analyst to join our Commercial Real Estate team in Rye Brook, NY. This entry-level role is designed for recent graduates or candidates with up to 2 years of experience who are interested in building a career at the intersection of law, real estate, and finance. You will gain hands-on exposure to real estate transactions, lease administration, and portfolio analytics while supporting attorneys, analysts, and asset managers across a variety of projects.
Key Responsibilities Legal & Transaction Support • Assist with preparing, reviewing, and organizing commercial real estate documents (leases, amendments, purchase agreements, NDAs). • Support due diligence efforts by collecting, reviewing, and summarizing property and legal documents. • Track key dates, deadlines, and deliverables for active deals. • Maintain accurate and organized document management systems.
Program & Portfolio Support • Help manage lease data and maintain portfolio tracking tools. • Support compliance monitoring by tracking obligations and requirements across properties. • Coordinate with internal teams (legal, finance, operations) and external partners (brokers, landlords).
Analysis & Reporting • Input, clean, and analyze lease and portfolio data in Excel or internal systems. • Assist in preparing reports, summaries, and dashboards for team review. • Conduct basic research on markets, properties, and transactions.
Process & Administrative • Support process improvements and documentation standardization. • Assist with system updates and adoption of real estate or legal software tools.
Qualifications
Required • Bachelor's degree (Business, Real Estate, Finance, Legal Studies, or related field)
or
Paralegal Certificate. • 0-2 years of relevant experience (internships included). • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred • Internship or coursework in commercial real estate, law, or finance. • Familiarity with leases or contracts (academic or professional exposure). • Interest in real estate transactions, legal processes, or financial analysis. • Experience with tools like Excel (formulas, data organization) or any database systems. What You'll Learn • Fundamentals of commercial real estate transactions and leasing • Legal documentation and contract lifecycle management • Portfolio tracking and lease administration • Basic financial and data analysis in a real estate context • Cross-functional collaboration in a professional environment
Compensation
&
Benefits • Competitive entry-level salary: [$65,000- $75,000] • Bonus eligibility (if applicable) • Health Insurance (if
necessary) • Paid time off and holidays • Training, mentorship, and career growth opportunities
Why Join Us This is an excellent opportunity to launch your career in commercial real estate with a role that blends legal exposure and analytical skill-building. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, gain practical knowledge, and build a strong foundation for growth in legal, real estate, or investment-focused career paths.
To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your interest in commercial real estate and any relevant coursework, internships, or projects.
Rye Brook, New York (On-site) Employment Type:
Full-Time I Entry-Level About the Role We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Program Paralegal/Legal Analyst to join our Commercial Real Estate team in Rye Brook, NY. This entry-level role is designed for recent graduates or candidates with up to 2 years of experience who are interested in building a career at the intersection of law, real estate, and finance. You will gain hands-on exposure to real estate transactions, lease administration, and portfolio analytics while supporting attorneys, analysts, and asset managers across a variety of projects.
Key Responsibilities Legal & Transaction Support • Assist with preparing, reviewing, and organizing commercial real estate documents (leases, amendments, purchase agreements, NDAs). • Support due diligence efforts by collecting, reviewing, and summarizing property and legal documents. • Track key dates, deadlines, and deliverables for active deals. • Maintain accurate and organized document management systems.
Program & Portfolio Support • Help manage lease data and maintain portfolio tracking tools. • Support compliance monitoring by tracking obligations and requirements across properties. • Coordinate with internal teams (legal, finance, operations) and external partners (brokers, landlords).
Analysis & Reporting • Input, clean, and analyze lease and portfolio data in Excel or internal systems. • Assist in preparing reports, summaries, and dashboards for team review. • Conduct basic research on markets, properties, and transactions.
Process & Administrative • Support process improvements and documentation standardization. • Assist with system updates and adoption of real estate or legal software tools.
Qualifications
Required • Bachelor's degree (Business, Real Estate, Finance, Legal Studies, or related field)
or
Paralegal Certificate. • 0-2 years of relevant experience (internships included). • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred • Internship or coursework in commercial real estate, law, or finance. • Familiarity with leases or contracts (academic or professional exposure). • Interest in real estate transactions, legal processes, or financial analysis. • Experience with tools like Excel (formulas, data organization) or any database systems. What You'll Learn • Fundamentals of commercial real estate transactions and leasing • Legal documentation and contract lifecycle management • Portfolio tracking and lease administration • Basic financial and data analysis in a real estate context • Cross-functional collaboration in a professional environment
Compensation
&
Benefits • Competitive entry-level salary: [$65,000- $75,000] • Bonus eligibility (if applicable) • Health Insurance (if
necessary) • Paid time off and holidays • Training, mentorship, and career growth opportunities
Why Join Us This is an excellent opportunity to launch your career in commercial real estate with a role that blends legal exposure and analytical skill-building. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, gain practical knowledge, and build a strong foundation for growth in legal, real estate, or investment-focused career paths.
To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your interest in commercial real estate and any relevant coursework, internships, or projects.