Paralegal – Real Estate

At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognize those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients.

We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities.

Position Description

Position Title: Paralegal – Real Estate

Department: Legal

Location: Charlotte, NC

Reports to: Managing Director

Job Summary

Barings LLC (“Barings”) is looking for a Paralegal to support the Barings’ Legal Department on the Private Assets Team. The successful candidate will provide support related to commercial real estate equity and finance legal matters.

The Team

The Barings Global Legal mission is to serve as a trusted advisor to manage and mitigate legal risk for the company and partner with our clients to support legal needs.

Primary Responsibilities

· Prepares and analyzes complex commercial real estate equity and/or finance legal documentation to resolve problems and close transactions.

· Responsible for drafting agreements and amendments.

· Completes, prepares and makes filings for entity formation, maintenance and qualification to do business.

· Prepares and/or evaluates corporate governance documents, including organizational charts, written consents, resolutions and officer certificates.

· Analyzes, evaluates and summarizes loan documentation.

· Prepares, evaluates, and negotiates resolution of some complex matters.

· Manages real estate related litigation; obtains approval of settlement offers.

· Oversees implementation of any changes in internal procedures. Proactively seeks and implements solutions to increase efficiency and effectiveness within the organization.

· Analyzes and evaluates information relevant to assignments. Prepares and evaluates complex commercial real estate equity and finance legal documentation to resolve problems and close transactions.

· Responsible for drafting legal agreements and amendments.

· Responds to internal and external legal issues as assigned.

· Undertakes continuing legal and other relevant education, including attendance at in-house seminars or training programs, outside seminars, etc.

Qualifications

· Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a corporate governance and commercial real estate equity and/or finance environment.

· Bachelor’s degree with preference of a major in Legal Studies.

· Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.

· Working knowledge of Diligent Entities is helpful.

· Strong oral and written communication skills.

· Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

· Strong organizational and prioritization abilities.

· Strong interpersonal skills; capable of developing strong and effective relationships with all business areas across the organization.

· Ability to work effectively under pressure.

· Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

· Must be willing to comply with the provisions of Barings’ Code of Ethics related to personal securities activities and other disclosure and certification requirements.

Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.

Barings offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESS

• Medical (including Virtual Care), Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Fitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits

FINANCIAL WELL-BEING

• Highly competitive 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care & Dependent Care
• Retirement Health Reimbursement Account

LIFE INSURANCE

• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Spouse and Child Life Insurance

TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE

• Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Annual Holidays
• Paid Leave of Absences (Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Caregiver Leave, Bereavement Time)
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• Paid Volunteer Time

 OTHER BENEFITS

• Education Assistance Program
• Charitable Matching Gifts Program
• Commuter Reimbursement Program
• Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program