Dairy Farmers of America · 1 day ago
Lead Loan Document Specialist
East Syracuse, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$30/hr - $34/hr
2+ years expDairy Farmers of America is seeking a Lead Loan Document Specialist to process loans for various purposes including operating expenses and capital expenditures. The role involves verifying borrower information, preparing loan documents, and advising management on legal matters related to loans.
AgricultureDairyDietary SupplementsFood Processing
Responsibilities
Verify borrower information presented; verify existing loan balances, if any
Verify that UCC search and credit report have been requested and reviewed by loan officer
Perform complete review of loan information package submitted by loan officer; obtain clarification of any missing/erroneous information; confirm all necessary approvals received
If borrower is an entity, request and review all entity organizational documents and minutes appointing officers; determine authorized signatory(ies)
Advise management on legal matters pertaining to loan documents and any specifics related to securing the necessary collateral
Prepare customized loan documents for each loan transaction
Prepare and track Subordination Agreements and/or Intercreditor Agreements, if necessary
Track satisfaction of loan terms as they pertain to UCC termination requirements
Verify satisfaction of insurance requirements, if any
Review signed loan documents to ensure all are fully and correctly signed; verify signatures
Prepare and file UCC financing statement documentation, if necessary
Prepare amendments and supporting documents, revising loan terms, if necessary
Review real estate title documentation, title insurance commitment, real property appraisal; confirm accuracy of real property description; determine who holds title to property; work to resolve open exceptions on title insurance commitment
Prepare mortgage document, if necessary
Coordinate real estate closings among title insurance company, attorney and borrower
Prepare and process documentation for various stabilizer transactions
The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with a focus in business or legal
2 to 4 years of lending, legal, and/or related document preparation experience
Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems
Excellent proofreading and editing skills
Able to review and coordinate real estate transactions
Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)
Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail
Able to maintain confidentiality of information
Able to balance multiple tasks
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Able to work under tight deadlines
Able to travel independently in a timely fashion to attend various agricultural events and cooperative meetings
Must be able to read, write and speak English
Preferred
paralegal certification preferred
more than 5 years of loan document preparation experience in an Ag or commercial bank setting or law office
Company
Dairy Farmers of America
Dairy Farmers of America is a milk marketing cooperative owned and served by farmers across the nation.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$45MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Agriculture
2022-09-15Grant· $45M
Leadership Team
Dennis Rodenbaugh
Chief Executive Officer
Daniel Jones
Division Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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