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Real Estate Transaction Coordinator

Coldwell Banker Realty, Miami Beach, FL, United States


We are a high-end real estate firm based in Miami Beach, operating with a small, dynamic team. Our environment is fast-paced, detail-oriented, and highly collaborative, where each team member plays a critical role in ensuring seamless transactions and exceptional client service. This is a full-time in-office position, and candidates must have prior experience working in an office environment to ensure they are comfortable with real-time collaboration, communication, and team-based workflows.

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Real Estate Paralegal or Junior Associate Attorney to manage and coordinate real estate transactions from listing through closing. This individual will serve as a key point of contact across clients, attorneys, agents, vendors, and Managing Broker ensuring that all deals progress smoothly, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable regulations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands‑on, in‑office, team‑driven environment and wants to be deeply involved in high‑value real estate transactions.

Key Responsibilities

Manage residential real estate transactions from listing through closing

Input, maintain, and update property listings in MLS and internal systems

Coordinate with marketing on new listings, status changes, and closing updates

Collaborate closely with agents, clients, attorneys, title companies, escrow agents, lenders, and vendors

Track upcoming listings, executed agreements, deal terms, and commission structures

Monitor commission processing and follow up on timely wire transfers

Act as a primary point of contact for transaction‑related inquiries

Manage deadlines, contingencies, compliance requirements, and closing timelines

Assist with review, coordination, and preparation of contracts and transaction documents

Maintain accurate, highly organized digital and physical transaction files

Confidentiality, Compliance & Risk Management

Handle highly confidential and sensitive client, financial, and transactional information with discretion and professionalism

Maintain strict confidentiality regarding client identities, financial details, contract terms, commission structures, and proprietary business information

Assist with compliance procedures, including verification of wire instructions and adherence to fraud‑prevention protocols

Support adherence to Florida real estate laws, ethical standards, and internal compliance practices

Promptly identify and elevate potential issues, discrepancies, or risks within transactions

Qualifications

5+ years of experience as a real estate paralegal or junior associate attorney

Strong experience reviewing, coordinating, and managing contracts and legal documents

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly with legal professionals and high‑net‑worth clients

Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

Real estate transactional experience strongly preferred

Required: Prior experience working in an in‑office professional environment, demonstrating strong collaboration skills and the ability to work closely with colleagues in real time

Attorney candidates: Florida Bar admission in good standing (or eligibility pending admission)

Paralegal candidates: Formal paralegal training or certification preferred

Technology & Systems

Proficiency with MLS platforms and transaction management systems

Comfortable working with document management tools and digital filing systems

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace

Skills & Attributes

Detail‑oriented and process‑driven

Strong sense of accountability and ownership

Discreet, professional, and trustworthy

Proactive, solutions‑focused team player

Reliable, responsive, and willing to go the extra mile

Comfortable operating in a high‑performance, client‑facing environment

Compensation

Paralegal: $70,000 – $80,000

Attorney: $90,000 – $100,000 (commensurate with experience)

Why Join Us?

Work closely with a tight‑knit, high‑performing leadership team in an in‑office setting that values collaboration, communication, and shared problem‑solving

Gain direct exposure to sophisticated, high‑end real estate transactions

Play a critical, trusted role in a growing boutique firm

Opportunity to grow professionally, and make a direct impact

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