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Real Estate Finance Associate (Mid-Level)

Orion Placement
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 6/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/22/2026

Pay: $205,000.00 - $275,000.00 per year


Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Join a nationally respected real estate finance practice closing sophisticated transactions across all 50 states
  • Work on complex construction financing, multi-tiered capital stacks, preferred equity, and distressed real estate matters
  • Get consistent one-on-one partner access with real client contact from day one
  • Build depth on lender and capital provider-side work, with borrower-side exposure as well
  • Strong bonus and profit-sharing potential on top of competitive base compensation


Location

Philadelphia, PA or Washington, DC offices— Hybrid schedule with three days per week in the office, supporting collaboration and flexibility.


Note

This role requires an active bar license in the state of the office applied to and a minimum of 2 years of directly relevant real estate finance transactional experience.


About Us

We are a long-standing national finance practice known for handling sophisticated real estate transactions with precision and creativity. Our team values collaboration, mentorship, and involvement, offering associates meaningful responsibility, direct client exposure, and a clear path for growth. Confidential Employer.


Job Description

  • Represent lenders, capital providers, and borrowers in complex real estate finance transactions
  • Draft and negotiate loan documents for construction, mezzanine, preferred equity, and structured financings
  • Work on multi-tiered capital transactions and debt-like and equity investments
  • Advise on distressed commercial real estate matters from a transactional perspective
  • Collaborate closely with partners and clients throughout the full transaction lifecycle


Qualifications

  • 2 years of real estate finance transactional experience
  • Experience with construction financing and complex capital structures
  • Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills
  • Excellent academic credentials and attention to detail
  • Active bar license in the state of the office location
  • Experience on lender-side, borrower-side, or a blend of both is acceptable


Why You Will Love Working Here

You will work in a collegial, entrepreneurial environment where partners invest in your development and value your contributions. The culture emphasizes mentorship, collaboration, and long-term career growth while handling high-level, nationally scaled real estate finance work.


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Benefits:


  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Salary : $205,000 - $275,000

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