Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Paralegal to support commercial finance transactions in Highland Park, Illinois. This is a Long-term Contract position focused on assisting with deal intake and documentation tied to secured lending activity. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with asset-based lending and can confidently manage lien-related research, filing, and verification as part of a fast-paced finance environment.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate intake for new financing matters by gathering required information and organizing transaction records for review
- Review lending and collateral documentation, including loan agreements, security instruments, and related finance documents, for completeness and accuracy
- Prepare and submit lien filings in accordance with applicable requirements and maintain supporting records
- Conduct lien and UCC searches to confirm existing encumbrances and identify potential issues affecting collateral
- Verify whether tax liens or other claims have been recorded and escalate concerns that may impact lending decisions
- Support matters involving purchase order financing, accounts receivable collateral, and other secured lending structures
- Track reporting and documentation associated with asset-based lending transactions to help maintain compliance and file integrity
- Prior experience in a commercial finance company, banking environment, or legal setting supporting secured lending matters • Working knowledge of loan documentation, security agreements, and collateral-related finance records • Experience with asset-based lending and familiarity with reporting tied to those transactions • Ability to perform lien filings, lien searches, and related public-record research with accuracy • Understanding of tax lien verification and the impact of recorded claims on lending transactions • Background supporting purchase order lending, accounts receivable financing, or similar credit structures is preferred • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail when managing multiple active matters The pay range for this position is $40 to $50. Benefits available to contract/contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/contract professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.