Mortgage - Legal and Compliance Support Specialist

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Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and Associates by building quality homes and providing exceptional customer service, giving back to the communities in which we work and live in, and fostering a culture of opportunity and growth for our Associates throughout their career. Lennar has been recognized as a Fortune 500® company and consistently ranked among the top homebuilders in the United States.

A Career that Empowers You to Build Your Future

As a Mortgage Legal and Compliance Support Specialist within Lennar Financial Services, you will play a foundational role in ensuring that the mortgage lending operations remain aligned with the complex and ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. By applying sound professional judgment and attention to detail, you will contribute directly to Lennar's commitment to ethical business practices and operational excellence across the communities it serves.

Your Responsibilities on the Team

• Review and process mortgage-related legal and compliance documentation, including regulatory correspondence, loan disclosures, and internal policy materials, ensuring accuracy and completeness in accordance with established LFS procedures and applicable federal and state mortgage lending regulations.
• Conduct foundational legal and regulatory research using available resources such as compliance databases, federal agency publications, and state regulatory guidance to support attorneys and compliance personnel in addressing questions related to mortgage origination, servicing, and disclosure requirements.
• Assist in the preparation, proofreading, and organization of legal documents, compliance reports, and regulatory filings, applying consistent formatting standards and verifying that all submissions meet applicable jurisdictional deadlines and content requirements.
• Maintain and update compliance tracking logs, regulatory calendars, and legal filing systems to ensure that all documentation is current, accessible, and organized in a manner that supports timely retrieval and audit readiness across the LFS legal and compliance functions.
• Coordinate the routing and tracking of legal and compliance documents between internal stakeholders, outside counsel, and regulatory agencies, following established communication protocols and escalating time-sensitive matters to the appropriate legal or compliance personnel.
• Support the monitoring of regulatory change by reviewing updates from agencies such as the CFPB, HUD, and applicable state mortgage regulators, summarizing key developments, and flagging items that may require review or action by legal or compliance leadership.
• Apply professional judgment in reviewing incoming legal inquiries, compliance questionnaires, and due diligence requests to determine appropriate handling, gather relevant supporting materials, and prepare organized response packages for review by supervising legal or compliance staff.
• Participate in the administration of compliance programs and internal audits by gathering documentation, compiling data from multiple sources, and preparing summary materials that support the assessment of LFS's adherence to mortgage regulatory requirements and internal policy standards.

Your Toolbox

• Bachelor's degree required or currently in progress, preferably in Legal Studies, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field that provides foundational knowledge of regulatory or legal environments.
• 0 to 1 year of experience in a legal, compliance, paralegal, or mortgage-related support role; demonstrated academic coursework, internship experience, or exposure to mortgage lending regulations will be considered in lieu of direct professional experience.
• Working knowledge of or demonstrated aptitude to learn federal and state mortgage regulations, including familiarity with key regulatory frameworks such as RESPA, TILA, HMDA, and ECOA as they apply to residential mortgage lending operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft clear, organized summaries, correspondence, and compliance documentation with a high degree of accuracy and professionalism appropriate to a legal and regulatory environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook, with the ability to maintain organized filing systems, prepare formatted documents, and manage tracking tools that support legal and compliance workflows.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize competing deadlines, and maintain careful attention to detail in a fast-paced professional environment where accuracy and timeliness directly impact regulatory compliance outcomes.
• Strong research and analytical skills, including the ability to locate, evaluate, and synthesize information from legal and regulatory sources and present findings in a structured format suitable for review by legal or compliance professionals.

Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements

This is primarily a sedentary office position which requires the incumbent to have the ability to operate computer equipment, speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and move and carry up to 25 lbs. Finger dexterity is necessary.

This description outlines the basic responsibilities and requirements for the position noted. This is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties of the Associates. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.

Life at Lennar

At Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our Associates, offering a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth. Our Associates have access to robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, ensuring their health needs are well taken care of. Our 401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%, helps secure their financial future, while Paid Parental Leave and an Associate Assistance Plan provide essential support during life's critical moments. To further support our Associates, we provide an Education Assistance Program and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance, underscoring our commitment to their diverse needs and aspirations. From the moment of hire, they can enjoy up to three weeks of vacation annually, alongside generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies. Additionally, we offer a New Hire Referral Bonus Program, significant Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as the Everyone’s Included Day. At Lennar, we believe in investing in our Associates, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally. Lennar Associates will have access to these benefits as outlined by Lennar’s policies and applicable plan terms. Visit Lennartotalrewards.com to view our suite of benefits.

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Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.