Commercial Lending Paralegal

We are seeking an experienced Senior Paralegal with a strong background in commercial real estate and secured lending to join a highly reputable national law firm in Downtown Vancouver. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, independent, and proactive professional who excels in managing complex transactions and thrives in a fast-paced, team-focused environment. If you’re looking to take on meaningful responsibility, support a growing practice group, and contribute to high-value real estate and lending files, this position offers an exceptional opportunity to further develop your expertise within a leading national firm.

About Our Client
Our client is a respected national law firm with a strong presence in the Vancouver market and a reputation for excellence across commercial real estate, lending, and development. Known for its collaborative culture and commitment to professional growth, the firm offers a supportive environment where team members can thrive. With a diverse client base and expanding practice groups, this is a workplace that values expertise, innovation, and long-term career development.

About The Opportunity
This role offers the chance to work on complex and high-value commercial real estate and lending files, supporting experienced partners and associates across both the lending and real estate teams. Candidates will benefit from exposure to sophisticated transactions, growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding practice group, and the chance to operate with a high degree of independence..

About The Position
The Senior Paralegal will provide advanced paralegal support to the lending team, consisting of two partners, one associate, two paralegals, and one legal assistant, with occasional collaboration with the real estate team. Reporting directly to the lawyers within the practice group, this role will manage commercial real estate, lending, and development files from open to close. Responsibilities include preparing and reviewing transaction documents, managing registrations with the Land Title Office and Personal Property Registry, organizing and maintaining both physical and electronic files, performing complex document formatting, and coordinating closing processes. This position requires a highly organized, independent professional who can manage competing priorities with minimal supervision.

The Requirements

• Graduate of a recognized Legal Assistant or Paralegal Program
• 5+ years of commercial lending experience; experience in commercial real estate transactions is an asset
• Extensive knowledge of Land Title Office and Personal Property Registry processes
• Experience with standard real estate transactions, including tax searches, title insurance, and development filings
• Strong skills in document preparation: mortgages, trust letters, statements of adjustments, contracts, and correspondence
• Advanced proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and document management systems
• Exceptional proofreading, spelling, grammar, and writing abilities
• Strong organization, accuracy, and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced, team-based environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Client-service mindset with a commitment to delivering exceptional support

Compensation

• Salary range: $90,000 - $125,000, based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Vacation allowance and paid time off
• Hybrid work environment
  

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