Real Estate Finance Associate (Mid-to-Senior Level)

We are seeking an ambitious Mid-to-Senior Real Estate Finance Associate (3 to 8 years of experience) to join the premier national Real Estate Finance practice group of a top-tier Am Law 10 law firm in New York City. Because the firm’s Real Estate Finance practice is closely integrated across the U.S., candidates will be considered for the New York office, as well as other major metropolitan office locations including Washington D.C., Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, Cleveland, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Irvine.

This opportunity is ideal for a driven attorney seeking significant responsibility, direct client interaction, and seamless teamwork on high-profile, sophisticated commercial real estate debt transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lender & Borrower Representation: Structure, draft, and negotiate complex loan documents and debt transaction agreements for institutional lenders, commercial banks, and borrowers.
• Debt Financings: Manage transactional workstreams for commercial real estate balance sheet lending, syndicated loans, and structured debt.
• Due Diligence & Execution: Conduct and oversee real estate due diligence, including title, survey, entity, and lease reviews, guiding transactions through to closing.
• Client Engagement: Interact directly with commercial real estate clients, financial institutions, and co-counsel with a high degree of autonomy.

Qualifications & Background

• Experience: 3 to 8 years of law firm experience working on sophisticated commercial real estate lending transactions.
• Preferred Background: Prior exposure to balance sheet bank lending is preferred, though not strictly required.
• Skills: Excellent drafting and negotiation abilities; superior academic background; and a strong desire for teamwork and leadership.
• Licensure: Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school; active bar membership in good standing in the state of your target office location (New York Bar required for NYC office).
• Application Materials: Resume/CV, cover letter, and law school transcript are required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary Range: $260,000 – $550,000 annually, depending on class year, depth of experience, and target geographic office.
• Bonuses: Eligible for annual performance bonuses consistent with top-tier market standards.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Top-market medical, dental, and vision health coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with firm matching options.
• Generous paid time off, parental leave, and complete wellness programs.