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Fay Group

Paralegal - Licensing

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  • Full Time
  • $56,800 - $69,100/year
  • Chicago, IL
April 28, 2025 Paralegal

Job Description

Founded in early 2008, Fay Servicing is committed to providing innovative servicing solutions for both residential and business purpose loans. As a specialty mortgage servicer who sees the customer behind every loan, we understand that our customers are not loan numbers — they’re homeowners.

Before founding our company, we conducted an exhaustive analysis of the mortgage servicing industry and gained valuable insight into the problems facing mortgage servicers and their customers. With that insight, we set out to build a different kind of servicing company from the ground up.

Join us on Our Journey

Come join us on our journey to serve our customers and be the leader in our industry! We are currently looking for Paralegal-Licensing to join our team!

Reporting to Legal Leadership, the Paralegal – Licensing supports the Legal department by performing a variety of administrative and Paralegal tasks ranging from basic to moderately complex, under supervision. This position manages and renews corporate licenses, files annual reports, tracks information in licensing systems such as NMLS, and supports the onboarding of Mortgage Loan Originations (MLOs).

This role contributes to general legal operations by preparing legal documents, conducting internal research, maintaining case management systems, and assisting with compliance and departmental initiatives. Additionally, this position communicates with internal stakeholders and supports the overall efficiency of the Legal department while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulatory requirements.

 

Qualifications Include: 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (or equivalent combination of years of experience with High School Diploma/ GED)
  • Paralegal certification (e.g., NALA, NFPA) preferred
  • 3 + years' of general legal experience, preferably within a law firm or corporate legal department
  • Prior experience with mortgage or real estate licensing highly preferred
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Solid skills and experience in MS Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated analytical skills and problem-solving abilities
  • Good judgment with the ability to evaluate legal research and make recommendations based on decision
  • Strong time management skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Customer service/client orientation
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Flexible, open to change, ability to learn new things quickly
  • Collaborative; ability to work effectively with others
  • Ability to manage projects related to the department with exceptional quality

 

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Featured Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • 401k Program with Employer Matching
  • 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Wellness Initiatives
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Eligible for Hybrid Work Schedule with Remote Flex Days

 

Compensation

  • The hiring range for this position is between $56,800.00-$69,100.00 annually
  • This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus 

 

Fay Cares!

The Fay-Constructive Foundation was established to fulfill the philanthropic mission of The Fay Group employees to serve the communities in which they live and work. Our employees make voluntary contributions to the Foundation. Each quarter, their contributions are donated to organizations focused on improving education opportunities, combating poverty, and supporting military service members and first responders.

At Fay, we believe that the best ideas come from having a team that is diverse in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We strive to ensure each of our employees feels valued, respected, and included, and is presented with equal opportunities to be successful. Fay is an equal-opportunity workplace. The Fay Group and affiliated companies participate in E-Verify. For more information, go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

Salary
  • $56,800 - $69,100/year


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