Real Estate Finance Lawyer, Leading Financial Services Firm

Taylor Root; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a 1-8 PQE lawyer with expertise in real estate finance to join its execution team in Greater London. The role involves executing transactions, drafting and reviewing loan agreements, managing legal risks, and overseeing relationships with external counsel. Ideal candidates will have experience in a law firm or financial institution, along with strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills. This is an exciting opportunity for professionals looking to transition into a more business-focused role.

Qualifications

• 1-8 PQE real estate finance or securitisation experience.
• Background in a leading law firm or in-house at a financial institution.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Transaction execution on a variety of deals.
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating loan agreements and related documents.
• Managing legal risk and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.
• Managing relationships with external counsel when required.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Legal compliance

Proactive solutions-focused approach

Education

Qualified solicitor (UK or equivalent)

Job description

Job Description

The Client

A leading financial services firm is seeking a 1-8 PQE* lawyer with expertise in real estate finance lawyer to join its growing business in an execution focused role.

This role is ideal for a legal professional looking to broaden their expertise and transition into more of a business role.

The Role

As a key member of the execution team, you will provide expert advice on a range of real estate finance deals across Europe.

Key Responsibilities

• Transaction execution on a variety of deals.
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating standard form loan agreements, security documents, and related financing instruments and managing the underlying due diligence process.
• Managing legal risk and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations
• Managing relationships with external counsel when required

The Successful candidate

• Qualified solicitor (UK or equivalent) with 1-8 years'* PQE real estate finance or securitisation experience
• Background in a leading law firm or in-house at a financial institution
• Commercially minded with excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment