Project Assistant - COR/REL

Dinsmore is seeking a Project Assistant to support attorneys in our Real Estate and Finance Team. This role involves assisting with commercial loan transactions, including Small Business Administration (SBA) loan closings, traditional loan closings, and providing essential administrative support. The ideal candidate will have strong multitasking abilities, excellent communication skills, and experience handling loan-related documentation and financial transactions.   Responsibilities   Assist attorneys with SBA and other commercial loan closings, including preparing necessary documentation Organize, track, and maintain various projects related to loan processing and financial transactions Prepare loan closing binders and assist with post-closing tasks such as UCC filings and compliance reviews Draft, proofread, and edit correspondence and loan-related legal documents Respond to client inquiries professionally and in a timely manner Assist in tracking deadlines, managing calendars, and scheduling meetings for attorneys Maintain an organized system for electronic and physical loan-related files Learn basic legal terminology and use of legal software applications/tools necessary for preparation and formatting of legal documents and correspondence   Requirements   2-5 years of experience in a legal or financial setting, preferably in commercial finance or banking Experience with commercial loan processing or commercial loan transactions High school diploma required; secondary education is a plus Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision Familiarity with UCC filings, lien searches, and financial transaction procedures; knowledge of SBA loan regulations and compliance requirements, preferred