Project Assistant, Housing Finance

Ballard Spahr•Baltimore, MD

2d•$55,000 - $65,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Ballard Spahr LLP seeks to hire a project assistant for the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Housing Finance practice group in the Baltimore office. The project assistant will collaborate with lawyers, legal administrative assistants, paralegals , closing coordinators, and legal support assistants within the practice group to provide timely, high-quality support. T hi s hybrid position offers a work schedule of 3 days a week in the Baltimore office. Why Join Us? Innovative Work Environment: Become part of a forward-thinking firm that enjoys substantial support and visibility from the firm’s executive leadership. Professional Development: Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities and avenues for career growth. Inclusion: Join a Business Resource Group and share cultural, experiential, or job-related interests, experiences, and/or backgrounds. Impactful Contributions: Play a pivotal role in developing industry-leading solutions that make a significant difference in legal practice and client service.

Requirements

Requirements include a 2-year college degree or relevant work experience as a legal administrative assistant or closing coordinator, preferably with a title company, mortgage company, law firm or other firm providing services to borrowers, lenders, or mortgage companies.
An intermediate level with Microsoft Office, document management, and time-keeping systems is required.
Excellent customer service, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills are essential to be successful in this position.

Responsibilities

Assist with file management.
Assemble closing documentation.
Assist with post-closing loan deliveries.
Follow up for receipt of recorded loan documents.
Perform administrative functions such as expense reimbursement requests and entering attorney time.