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Contract Real Estate Paralegal

Philadelphia, PA

Employment Type: Temporary Position Function: Other Job Number: 16789033

Job Description

About Our Client

Our client is a premier global law firm known for its excellence in legal representation and a commitment to fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture. With a presence in major markets worldwide, they offer an environment where legal professionals can thrive while working on complex, high-stakes matters.

The Opportunity

We are seeking two detail-oriented Real Estate Paralegals for a 6-month contract assignment. This is a critical role providing substantive support for real estate transactions during a high-volume period. For the right candidates, there is a temp-to-hire opportunity to transition into a permanent role with the firm. The goal is to have both positions started by the first or second week of April.

The Location

This position is open to candidates in Philadelphia, PA or Atlanta, GA. The role follows a standard schedule of Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM 5:30 PM ET. While initial training will require an in-office presence, the firm offers significant flexibility for a hybrid arrangement thereafter, with in-office attendance becoming rare once training is complete.

What You Will Do

Under the supervision of attorneys, you will perform substantive legal duties to support real estate matters across various offices:
  • Transaction Support: Assist with due diligence for real estate transactions; develop, monitor, and update closing checklists.
  • Document Coordination: Prepare required documents and coordinate the execution and delivery of documentation to opposing counsel, lenders, governmental agencies, and vendors.
  • Title & Survey: Order, review, and analyze title commitments, recorded documents, and surveys.
  • Administrative Support: Assist with tax-related applications (consolidations/divisions) and manage data rooms and matter files.

Who You Are

The ideal candidate is a highly organized professional capable of managing competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience: You have at least 1 year of paralegal experience (with a bachelor s degree and/or paralegal certificate) OR at least 5 years of specialized legal support experience in Real Estate (without a degree/certification).
  • Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook are required. Familiarity with legal research and document tools such as Relativity, LexisNexis, or Westlaw or similar applications is required.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written interpersonal skills are essential for daily interaction with staff, attorneys, and clients.
  • Professionalism: You are committed to delivering a timely, accurate, and high-quality work product.

Why Join the Team?

  • Career Growth: This contract role offers a clear path to permanent employment for top performers.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Includes access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan.

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About Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search

Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search is a leading provider of Contingent Workforce Solutions, Executive Search, Leadership and Individual Contributor hiring, empowering businesses to achieve their strategic objectives through expert talent acquisition. Our specialties include sales, marketing, finance/accounting and operations hiring. With a commitment to excellence and a deep understanding of market trends, Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search helps organizations build high-performing teams and navigate complex workforce challenges. Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search specializes in U.S. Hiring for Global Businesses.

Meet Your Recruiter

Michael Streeter
National Talent Acquisition Recruiter

Michael Streeter brings over 20 years of expertise in executive search and recruiting, specializing in technology and financial services. Since joining Naviga, he has quickly become a vital contributor, connecting top-tier talent with leading global companies across North America.

Before being hired at Naviga, Michael built a distinguished career with large staffing firms, honing his skills in managing recruiting and sourcing teams, overseeing job posting strategies, and supporting enterprise-level clients, particularly in banking and financial services. His experience includes leading high-volume, specialized recruitment, notably executing large-scale seasonal staffing projects for Big 4 firms in Tax and Audit. His deep knowledge of IT roles, combined with complex finance and accounting searches, enables him to navigate challenging talent landscapes with precision.

Michael’s approach emphasizes technical qualifications, cultural fit, and candidate reliability, where his “human touch” differentiates him. He excels at identifying candidates with relevant industry experience, often from competitor organizations, delivering results that align with client needs. One rewarding placement involved sourcing a Level IV Accounting Manager with CPA credentials and Big 4 experience, a role with a highly limited candidate pool. Through diligent outreach and evaluation, Michael secured a candidate who exceeded client expectations and became an invaluable asset.

He partners closely with clients to clarify the essential skills and attributes that drive success, ensuring focused searches that save time and produce superior hires.

Outside of work, Michael maintains balance through regular gym sessions, which fuel the physical and mental stamina necessary for success in the fast-paced recruiting world. He lives by the principle, “Time is finite and therefore your most valuable resource, use it wisely,” reflecting his commitment to efficiency and purposeful action in every facet of his professional life.

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