The Senior Paralegal assists leaders on the Legal/Compliance team by performing a variety of legal and/or legal support duties, including reviewing and responding to employment related matters, assisting Operations, Closing and Post Closing when legal or contractual interpretations arise (e.g., reviewing trusts, divorce decrees, leases, stock compensation, title commitments, etc.), conducting legal research, preparing and reviewing pleadings, contracts and other documents, assisting with title related issues, and tracking and responding to subpoenas and other discovery requests.
This role requires 100% onsite attendance in our Pontiac office.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOINGResearching and analyzing legal sources such as statutes, regulations, judicial decisions, and legal articles related to servicing
Preparing written correspondence with outside counsel and other third parties
Ensuring compliance with policies and procedures
Editing legal documents for accuracy
Reviewing, monitoring, and responding to regulatory requests
Assisting with Legal/Compliance trainings
Assisting with issues related to MERS, servicing, title claims, and other title-related issues
Performing clerical duties such as scheduling appointments, providing information to callers, and composing and typing routine correspondence
Other duties as assigned
Must Have Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or Paralegal certificate and a minimum of four years of previous experience in a legal support environment, either in a corporate or law firm setting
Have experience performing legal research
Commit to continuous business improvement
Be able to collaborate with numerous teams and team members to mitigate risk and ensure legal matters are resolved promptly
Have effective planning, organizational, and project management skills
Be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Have a high level of attention to detail and accuracy
Have excellent written and communication skills with attention to correct grammar and business writing skills
Have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Have critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Be self-motivated and able to work well in a team-based environment
This position requires on-site attendance
Ready to join thousands of talented team members who are making the dream of home ownership possible for more Americans? It’s all happening on UWM’s campus, where our award-winning workplace packs plenty of perks and amenities that keep the atmosphere buzzing with energy and excitement.
It’s no wonder that out of our six pillars, People Are Our Greatest Asset is number one. It’s at the very heart of how we treat each other, our clients and our community. Whether it’s providing elite client service or continuously striving to improve, our pillars provide a pathway to a more successful personal and professional life.
From the team member that holds a door open to the one that helps guide your career, you’ll feel the encouragement and support on day one. No matter your race, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation and ethnicity, you’ll be welcomed here. Accepted here. And empowered to Be You Here.
More reasons you’ll love working here include:
- Paid Time Off (PTO) after just 30 days
- Additional parental and maternity leave benefits after 12 months
- Adoption reimbursement program
- Paid volunteer hours
- Paid training and career development
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- 401k with employer match
- Mortgage discount and area business discounts
- Free membership to our large, state-of-the-art fitness center, including exercise classes such as yoga and Zumba, various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court
- Wellness area, including an onsite urgent care, full-time massage therapist and hair salon
- Gourmet cafeteria featuring homemade breakfast and lunch
- Convenience store featuring healthy grab-and-go snacks
- In-house Starbucks and Dunkin
- Indoor/outdoor café with Wi-Fi
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or a paralegal certificate
- At least four years of experience in a legal support environment, corporate or law firm
- Experience performing legal research
- Ability to collaborate across teams to mitigate risk and resolve legal matters
- Effective planning, organizational, and project management skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including grammar and business writing
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated and able to work effectively in a team environment
- Commitment to continuous business improvement
- Ability to work onsite in the Pontiac office
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Extensive on-site amenities—such as a free fitness center, urgent/primary care, physical therapy, chiropractic and massage services, yoga, and broad campus conveniences—stand out as a signature strength. These services expand everyday support and accessibility during the workday.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is a defined part of the package and is available from the first year. Additional programs like paid volunteer time and a paid sabbatical extend the overall leave offering.
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What We Do
At UWM, we’re dedicated to making dreams come true for our team members, our broker partners and homebuyers nationwide — an approach that’s led us to become the #1 mortgage lender in America and sustain a decorated, award-winning culture. We’re constantly searching for curious and creative minds, from entry level to seasoned veterans, and will embrace your expertise, enable you to learn new skills and offer continuous improvement opportunities to help plant the seeds for your career and take you to the next level. And we help support our team members with a welcoming environment they can call home. Our one-of-a-kind campus features perks and benefits focused on making your life and time at the office more convenient. We offer a free 24/7 on-site fitness center, multiple onsite food options, paid training, flexible start times, diversity programs, a primary care doctors office and so much more. When it’s combined with the opportunity to improve and advance, you’ll be well on your way to building a life and career of your making. Take the first step in your career at UWM. Apply today. All posts and information on this page are subject to change. Certain restrictions may apply. NMLS #3038 l Equal Housing Lender l nmlsconsumer.org
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