Paralegal

The NC Real Estate Commission is seeking an experienced and detail‑oriented Paralegal to join our Regulatory Affairs Division. In this role, you will support attorneys and program staff by performing advanced legal and administrative work that helps ensure the division operates efficiently and effectively.

This position is responsible for drafting, reviewing, and approving a variety of legal instruments for form and legality; providing litigation support; responding to legal‑related inquiries and complaints from the public; and maintaining essential law office operations. The role also involves conducting legal research and researching government, title, and court records.

The Paralegal independently manages complex administrative tasks, including detailed projects or cases, compiling data for required reports, producing high‑quality written reports, and tracking deadlines to ensure timely completion. You may present findings with preliminary legal analysis, subject to attorney review.

This position requires excellent judgment, initiative, tact, and discretion, especially when handling technical or confidential matters. A high level of accuracy and attention to detail is essential.

The Paralegal works under the supervision of the Director and Assistant Director of Regulatory Affairs, with performance evaluated through observation, conferences, and the quality and effectiveness of completed work.

If you are a motivated professional who thrives in a fast‑paced legal environment and values meaningful public service, we encourage you to apply.

Desirable Education and Experience

NC Paralegal Certification from an ABA certified paralegal studies program and one year of experience as a paralegal; or graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in English, journalism, or a degree directly related to the area assigned and one year of substantive paralegal experience; or graduation from high school and five years of paralegal experience performing delegated, substantive legal work or an equivalent combination of training and experience; and courses in related information technology with considerable administrative and office management experience at a journey level, with some at the advanced journey level; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

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