Commercial Finance Paralegal

Snell & Wilmer Business Professional Openings • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

Snell & Wilmer L.L.P. is seeking a Commercial Finance Paralegal to support the Commercial Finance practice group by assisting with loan document preparation based on initial term sheets and summary transaction terms. This role is designed for a detail-oriented and technology-forward professional familiar with commercial loan transactions who will assist attorneys in preparing loan transaction documentation using established forms, sample documents, templates and emerging AI-assisted technology. The position will improve efficiency, consistency, and scalability in commercial finance transactions. The Paralegal operates as a billable timekeeper supporting attorneys while collaborating with others in the practice group and innovation resources to enhance document automation and loan document closing processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3–5 years of experience in a law firm, financial services, legal operations, or transactional support environment preferred
• Experience with commercial finance, banking, or transactional documentation
• Strong technical aptitude and interest in workflow automation or AI-enabled tools
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced transactional environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Technology-forward mindset with curiosity about process improvement
• Ability to learn structured legal templates quickly
• Comfortable working in collaborative, deadline-driven environments
• Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare initial drafts of commercial loan documents using approved forms, sample documents, templates and emerging AI-assisted technology from term sheets, transaction summaries and attorney directed input
• Incorporate negotiated provisions and manage redlined document versions throughout deal lifecycle
• Maintain accuracy and consistency across forms, sample documents, and templates
• Become expert using firm selected transaction focused AI tools and document automation platforms
• Identify opportunities to standardize and optimize recurring transaction processes
• Support implementation of template libraries and best practices
• Partner with attorneys and internal teams to refine automated document processes
• Identify opportunities for additional technology tools which could support group
• Support adoption of emerging drafting and productivity tools within the practice

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• disability
• life insurance
• 401K/profit sharing
• paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement
• paid time off including vacation time, personal time, and sick time where appropriate

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level