The Axel Group is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Paralegal to join our client's team in Essex County, New Jersey. Our client is a well-established, privately held organization with nearly 40 years of experience across the hospitality, commercial real estate, and development industries.
With a diverse portfolio spanning hotel development and management, restaurant operations, commercial real estate, and construction, the company has built a strong reputation for continued growth and long-term success.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Paralegal with a strong background in commercial real estate, land use, entitlements, and contract review to transition from a law firm environment into an in-house role. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing a variety of legal matters in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Support commercial real estate development matters, including zoning, land use, permitting, and entitlements.
• Review, prepare, and organize commercial real estate contracts, agreements, amendments, and other legal documentation.
• Assist with real estate transactions, acquisitions, refinancings, and due diligence processes.
• Review title reports, surveys, and other property-related documentation.
• Conduct public records research, including OPRA requests, municipal searches, and property records.
• Coordinate with outside legal counsel, municipalities, lenders, title companies, and other third parties throughout various legal and real estate matters.
• Maintain and organize legal files, track critical deadlines, and manage documentation across multiple projects and transactions.
• Provide additional legal and administrative support to the internal team as needed.

• 5+ years of paralegal experience, preferably within a law firm specializing in commercial real estate, land use, or real estate development.
• Strong understanding of commercial real estate transactions, land use processes, zoning, and entitlements.
• Experience reviewing commercial real estate contracts, agreements, and amendments.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail, written and verbal communication skills, and ability to work independently.
• Proactive, resourceful, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

• Base Salary: $100 – 110,000
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Vacation, Sick Time and Paid Holidays