Real Estate Finance Associate - Legal

The role

An Am Law 100 firm with a national real estate platform is looking for a Real Estate Finance Associate with 2 years of experience. Kansas City or New York is preferred, but the role can be based in one of several US offices.

The real estate finance team is among the busiest in the country. It acts for national and regional banks, debt funds, life insurance companies and borrowers on a high volume of commercial real estate lending.

Day to day you will:

• Represent lenders and borrowers in originating commercial mortgage, mezzanine and construction loans
• Draft and negotiate loan agreements, promissory notes, guaranties and security documents
• Review title, survey, zoning and diligence materials
• Coordinate closings, including with local counsel and other parties
• Work on refinancings, loan modifications, workouts and loan sales
• Build direct client relationships early in your career

Requirements:

• JD and 2 years of commercial real estate finance experience at a law firm
• Admission to the Bar in the state of the office where you'll be based
• A solid grounding in loan documentation and the real estate diligence process
• Strong organisation and the ability to handle several transactions at once
• Clear communication with clients and opposing counsel

Package:

• Base salary of approximately $175,000-$255,000, depending on office and experience
• An annual bonus
• Hybrid working
• Comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, retirement plans and parental leave
• Training, mentoring and a clear route to shareholder

Why this firm?

The volume of real estate finance work means associates develop quickly and become self-sufficient on transactions sooner than their peers. The culture is entrepreneurial and collaborative, and the firm is known for supporting associate development and promoting from within.

Apply today in confidence. We can share full details of the team, office options and compensation.