Sr. Attorney - Commercial Mortgage Lending

The Standard is committed to making a difference in the lives of others through financial stability and innovative technologies. They are seeking a Senior Attorney to provide strategic legal guidance in commercial mortgage loan administration and real estate investment while ensuring legal compliance and supporting business goals.

Responsibilities

• Advise loan officers, asset managers, and analysts on commercial real estate loan matters, including originations, servicing, and workouts
• Manage engagement and oversight of outside counsel, ensuring timely and effective legal support
• Draft and negotiate loan documents, modifications, and investor agreements
• Analyze legal issues and provide practical, risk-based guidance with limited supervision
• Review legal documents for accuracy, compliance, and enforceability
• Support litigation and regulatory matters, including foreclosures and discovery responses
• Deliver training and legal resources to business partners and managers
• Partner with internal teams to address legal issues and develop strategic solutions
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and communicate relevant updates
• Coordinate with SMI management and external counsel in the resolution of the company in legal proceedings

Skills

• Juris Doctor (JD) and active bar membership required
• 5+ years of legal experience in commercial real estate lending or related practice areas
• Strong background in contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, and risk management
• Available to work PST hours as needed
• Title review and resolution of complex borrower structures
• Litigation management and dispute resolution
• Corporate governance and due diligence

Benefits

• A rich benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• An annual incentive bonus plan
• Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually — PTO increases with tenure
• A supportive, responsive management approach and opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance
• An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools

Company Overview

• The Standard is a leading provider of workplace benefits including group and individual disability insurance, group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, group dental and vision insurance, group accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance, paid family leave and absence management services, retirement plans services and individual annuities. It was founded in 1906, and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.standard.com.