Paralegal Project Manager & Closing Coordinator

Hawkins Delafield and Wood•Los Angeles, CA

9d•$75,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP is a law firm with a sophisticated public finance and infrastructure transaction practice. We advance the public good by helping governmental agencies, financial institutions, nonprofit entities, and mission-driven organizations responsibly finance the infrastructure and services that people depend on every day. We are seeking a Project Manager & Closing Coordinator for our Los Angeles office. The Project Manager & Closing Coordinator works directly with the firm’s attorneys throughout the lifecycle of a financing to facilitate execution of transactions and successful closings. Such work includes assisting with or conducting project diligence, developing deal timelines and internal task-tracking mechanisms, assisting in the preparation of documents and/or closing certificates, preparing applicable filings and reports, managing an electronic closing platform and assembling project closing records. Other responsibilities include administrative assistance, non-deal project coordination and scheduling, assistance with research, drafting proposals to prospective clients, preparing billing invoices, coordinating meetings and implementing firm-wide policies and objectives locally.

Requirements

Three or more years of project management, transactional paraprofessional or title company closer experience (preferably with experience in real estate, financial transactions, healthcare and/or general corporate work)
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Strong interpersonal, written (grammar, spelling, format) and verbal communication skills
Ability to multi-task, take ownership of work, anticipate next steps and meet deadlines
Ability to work both collaboratively (with all levels of the firm) and independently, as needed
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail