[Remote] Experienced Paralegal / Legal Project Manager – Real Estate & Affordable Housing

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Elevate is a leading organization in the U.S. housing finance sector that supports liquidity and affordability in multifamily housing. They are seeking a Senior Counsel to provide strategic legal leadership on complex multifamily housing finance transactions, focusing on tax-exempt bond structures and credit enhancement arrangements.ResponsibilitiesLead legal support for multifamily housing finance transactions, including those involving tax-exempt bonds and credit enhancement structuresDraft, review, and negotiate transaction documents such as loan agreements, disclosure materials, and related financing documentationAdvise business teams on complex deal structures, regulatory requirements, and emerging product initiativesProvide strategic legal guidance on multifamily programs, credit risk considerations, and asset management mattersCollaborate with internal stakeholders to align legal strategy with business goals and enterprise prioritiesSupport innovative and non-standard transactions, including new product development and structured financing solutionsOversee and manage external counsel, including bond and disclosure counsel, ensuring quality and efficiencyEnhance legal processes and workflows to improve execution timelines and operational effectivenessDeliver training and guidance to internal teams and partners on legal structures and compliance considerationsSkillsJuris Doctor (JD) required10+ years of experience in multifamily housing financeExperience with multifamily affordable housing finance and related tax-exempt bond transactions, negotiating and drafting loan agreements and other legal documentsExperience advising on complex, high-value transactions and regulatory mattersStrong business acumen and ability to balance legal risk with business objectivesExperience advising a regulated financial institution or government-sponsored enterpriseExperience serving as bond credit enhancer's counsel or working as bond, disclosure or underwriter's counsel on municipal bond transactions, including experience with complex deal structures such as variable rate or multi-modal bondsDemonstrated experience leading and managing legal teamsExperience managing outside counsel and external stakeholdersExperience driving process improvements and operational efficiencies in legal workflowsExperience supporting product development and innovation in financial servicesBackground serving as counsel on bond transactions (e.g., issuer, underwriter, disclosure, or credit enhancer)Familiarity with complex financing structures such as variable rate or multi-modal bondsExperience contributing to product innovation or structured finance program developmentActive or prior involvement with professional organizations in the municipal finance or bond law spaceBenefitsElevate Legal Talent provides an unparalleled platform for you to work with innovative companies and law firms worldwide on various exciting and challenging roles.We pride ourselves on respecting your individuality and choice of career, allowing you to bring your very best to each role, to continue to develop your experience, expertise, and professional network, and be supported with a package of benefits tailored to your needs.As a member of our talent community, you will benefit from Elevate's curated training suite to enhance and develop your skills.You will have access to hands-on support, networking opportunities, and accessing the most up-to-date resources.By joining our global community of Talent, you will get the opportunity to work with our best top law firms and law department customers.Company OverviewElevate is a software-powered law company that provides software and services to enhance the efficiency and outcomes for legal professionals It was founded in 2011, and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://elevate.law.Company H1B SponsorshipElevate has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025, 2 in 2023, 1 in 2021, 4 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.