In-House Legal Counsel - Romspen Investment Corporation

Romspen is one of Canada’s leading non-bank commercial mortgage managers. With a North American focus, Romspen oversees Canadian and US private mortgage lending funds. The company has served borrowers and investors for over 50 years with its innovative and entrepreneurial approach and consistent track record. The Opportunity: Romspen is seeking a seasoned commercial real estate and corporate lawyer to join its in-house legal team. Reporting to the General Counsel, the successful candidate will work closely with, and provide support to, all business groups within the organization, with a primary emphasis on mortgage fundings in Canada and the US involving commercial properties and projects across all asset classes. This is an opportunity for a talented counsel to join an entrepreneurial, collegial company, offering attractive compensation and work-life balance. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and negotiate letters of intent, commitment letters and loan documentation Primary point of contact for outside counsel and internal business groups in closing Canadian and US mortgage loan transactions Review of legal due diligence materials Loan administration, enforcement and litigation support Some corporate secretarial duties Required Education and Skills: 5+ years of experience in lender-side commercial mortgage financing Member in good standing with Law Society of Ontario Excellent communication, drafting, interpersonal and organizational skills Self-starter with attention to detail and sound business acumen Not Essential Experience but Would be Assets: Mortgage enforcement/litigation US transactions Investment funds Mortgage brokerage, securities law and anti-money laundering compliance Some familiarity with Canadian and US tax and insolvency law To learn more about this opportunity, or to apply in confidence, please contact Stacy Zosky at [email protected] or Nancy Stitt at [email protected] . All information provided to STITT + ZOSKY will remain strictly confidential. Your resume will not be disclosed to anyone without your express consent. #J-18808-Ljbffr