Real Estate Finance Senior Associate

Rutherford Search; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Associate to join its Real Estate Finance team. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile transactions, advising clients on real estate finance and collaborating with lenders and borrowers. The firm promotes a dynamic and supportive environment, ideal for ambitious lawyers looking to advance their careers. With a focus on strategic legal advice and business development, this position is perfect for those who thrive in a collaborative setting and are eager to contribute to the growth of a prestigious practice.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in real estate finance transactions.
• Strong technical knowledge of finance law and key document negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on real estate-backed finance transactions.
• Drafting and negotiating facility agreements and security documents.
• Conducting due diligence and providing strategic legal advice.

Skills

Real Estate Finance

Finance Law

Negotiation Skills

Due Diligence

Client-Focused Approach

Communication Skills

Education

Qualified Lawyer

Job description

About the job

Our Client

A highly regarded international law firm is looking for a Senior Associate to join its Real Estate Finance team. Known for advising top-tier financial institutions, investors, and developers, the firm has built a strong reputation for handling complex, high-value transactions across multiple real estate asset classes.

The firm fosters a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, offering ambitious lawyers a platform to develop their careers with support from experienced partners and a dynamic team.

The Role

As a Senior Associate in the Real Estate Finance practice, you will work on a range of real estate finance transactions. You will be involved in high-profile deals, working closely with lenders and borrowers on both domestic and cross-border transactions.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Advising clients on real estate-backed finance transactions
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating facility agreements, security documents, and other financing arrangements
• Conducting and managing due diligence on financing structures
• Providing strategic legal advice to clients across various sectors
• Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to execute transactions efficiently
• Engaging in business development and contributing to the growth of the practice

Requirements

• Qualified lawyer with 5+ years' PQE in real estate finance transactions
• Strong technical knowledge of finance law, with experience drafting and negotiating key documents
• Ability to manage multiple transactions independently while working within a team
• Commercial awareness and a proactive, client-focused approach
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset