Real Estate Administrative Assistant

Job Description

Real Estate Legal Assistant | Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP, located in New York, NY. The company is an international law firm with 19 offices worldwide, providing comprehensive legal services to clients across various sectors. This Real Estate Legal Assistant position plays a vital support role, ensuring the Real Estate Group operates efficiently and effectively. The work of this assistant directly contributes to the successful execution of real estate transactions and the administrative effectiveness of the team.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, New York, NY
• Pay: $48000–$55000 yearly
• Mission: This person supports the Real Estate Group’s transactional and administrative operations.
• Tech Stack: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe/Kofax

What You’ll Actually Do
• Transactions: Assist with closing real estate transaction documents and binders, including title reports and surveys.
• Organization: Organize and maintain all real estate department forms, records, and case files.
• Billing: Coordinate and facilitate client billing processes.
• Administrative Support: Provide comprehensive administrative support to real estate attorneys and other selected attorneys, including calendar management, accounts payable, and travel planning.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s Degree. This role is suitable for candidates seeking an entry-level position in legal support.
• Experience: No specific years of experience are required, though previous real estate experience is a plus. Candidates must be proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe/Kofax.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask effectively. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential, alongside the ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines. Must be capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Bonus: Previous real estate experience.