Real Estate Finance Associate

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Job Overview

A leading national law firm is seeking a Real Estate Finance Associate with 4–8 years of experience to join its Commercial Real Estate Finance practice. The role, offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated lender and borrower-side transactions across a wide range of financing structures. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated attorney with a strong foundation in real estate finance, excellent drafting and communication skills, and a desire to lead transactions while collaborating with a highly experienced team.

Location

• New York, NY

Duties

• Represent institutional and private clients in commercial real estate finance transactions

• Draft and negotiate documentation for:

  • Senior mortgage loans

  • Construction loans

  • Leveraged loans

  • Mezzanine financing

  • Preferred equity investments

  • A-Note and co-lender structures

• Handle lender-side and borrower-side deals for clients including commercial banks, debt funds, private equity firms, REITs, and developers

• Manage transactions with the ability to first-chair deals, supported by a collaborative legal team

• Communicate directly with clients to develop legal strategies and execute financing transactions efficiently

Requirements

• 4 to 8 years of experience in commercial real estate finance

• Substantive experience managing complex real estate financing transactions

• Ability to run deals independently or with minimal supervision

• Strong client service mindset and proactive communication skills

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications

• Admission to the New York or Washington, DC Bar (depending on office location)

• In good standing with the applicable bar

Skills

• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills

• Deep understanding of real estate finance structures and market terms

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities

• Collaborative approach to working with internal teams and external clients

• Ability to manage multiple active matters and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Comprehensive bonus structure including:

• • Hours-based productivity bonuses

  • Cash bonuses for business generation and expansion

  • Merit-based bonuses ranging from $10,000 to $200,000+

• Competitive benefits package (typically includes health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and CLE support)

• Opportunity for advancement within a high-profile, nationally recognized real estate finance team

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306