Job Description

Legal AnalystWho is MarshallZehr?MarshallZehr Group Inc. (xe2x80x9cMZxe2x80x9d) provides customized construction and development financial solutions for high-performing real estate developers. Since 2008, MarshallZehr has grown to become one of Canadaxe2x80x99s most trusted real estate capital partners. We add value beyond capital xe2x80x93 our teamxe2x80x99s decades of experience help deliver the strategic insight and vision necessary to craft tailored financial solutions, all backed by our industry recognized mortgage administration services.The OpportunityReporting to the Director, Legal, the Legal Analyst will assist in managing and documenting MZxe2x80x99s underwriting and funding activities. The Legal Analyst will be responsible for preparing regulatory documents related to funding loans and issuing advances, managing all security documentation required to close the loans and advances, coordinating with external legal counsel in the preparation, negotiation, execution and processing of all documentation, coordinating internally with Account Managers, Project Managers and Analysts, as well as the financial group to coordinate fundings and advances.The RoleMortgage Funding:xc2xb7 Coordinate with lawyers and insurance consultants on new transactions and follow through to completion of registration of security.xc2xb7 Communicate with lawyers with respect to discharges, amendments, and collecting funding conditions.xc2xb7 Assist with the review of commitment letters, amendments, renewals.xc2xb7 Assist in preparation of mortgage documents for various lending partners.xc2xb7 Tracking deal status via our online portal and managing various checklists and trackers.xc2xb7 Staying up to date on applicable regulations.Mortgage Administration:xc2xb7 Assisting in coordinating various legal agreements related to ongoing projects with external counsel.xc2xb7 Coordinate documentation of amendments and renewals.xc2xb7 Assisting in any Special Loans activity, including default/receivership proceedings as required.Mortgage Discharge Support:xc2xb7 Assist in preparation of discharge documentation and payment requisitions.Compliance Monitoring:xc2xb7 Assist compliance department with Borrower follow ups of loan deliverables.xc2xb7 Prepare notices/reminders to Borrowers to ensure timely deliver of loan obligations.xc2xb7 Assist in documenting of contractual mortgage renewals, extensions, and amendments.Administration:xc2xb7 Tracking and processing of legal invoices.xc2xb7 Assist with lender onboarding process for new clients.xc2xb7 Participating in ongoing initiatives with respect to process improvements.What Are We Looking For?xc2xb7 Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate across all levels within, as well as outside of the organization.xc2xb7 Excellent time management skills.xc2xb7 Demonstrated ability to prioritize between multiple competing commitments and deadlines.xc2xb7 Demonstrated ability to efficiently handle administrative tasks, multi-task, and switch between multiple assignments as necessary.xc2xb7 Proficiency in Microsoft Word, and Excel, and generally adept with technology.xc2xb7 Post Secondary Degree or Diploma in any of the following is an asset:o Business Administrationo Law Clerko Legal Studieso Paralegal Studiesxc2xb7 Will be required to obtain mortgage agent license with FSRA.Preferred Requirements:xc2xb7 Experience in any of Mortgage Administration, Asset Management, Commercial Lending, Banking, Financial Services, Real Estate Law, Real Estate Development and/or Underwriting is an asset.Work Environmentxc2xb7 MZ offices are open Monday to Friday and employees are expected to work on site a minimum of 4 days per week, with the option of working remotely 1 day per week, as agreed to by the direct supervisor.xc2xb7 Our Waterloo office has 16,000 square feet of modern and accessible space and has been specially updated and tailored to meet our business needs. The result is a world-class workspace that empowers deep collaboration, reinforces business operations with state-of-the-art technology infrastructure, and offers more space to enable our sustained team expansion.Interested applicants can apply directly by visitingAccommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact careers@marshallzehr.com.

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