Real Estate Finance Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An elite law firm is seeking a Real Estate Finance Associate to join its Chicago office. This role is perfect for attorneys with 3–7 years of experience in commercial real estate debt financing transactions. You'll work on high-profile matters involving mortgage and mezzanine financings, preferred equity, and construction loans in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The firm offers a unique opportunity to manage complex transactions and work with institutional lenders and private equity sponsors, ensuring your contributions have a significant impact on the firm's success. If you thrive in a high-volume setting and are looking for career advancement, this position is for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Family Support Programs

Performance-based Bonus

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of real estate finance experience at a top-tier law firm.
• Strong client service orientation and ability to thrive in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on complex commercial real estate finance transactions.
• Structure and negotiate mortgage and mezzanine loans.

Skills

Real Estate Finance Documentation

Legal Drafting

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Client Service Orientation

Attention to Detail

Organizational Abilities

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

An elite law firm is seeking a Real Estate Finance Associate with 3–7 years of experience to join its Chicago office. This role is ideal for attorneys with a strong background in commercial real estate debt financing transactions, including both traditional and complex deal structures. The position provides an opportunity to work on high-profile matters involving mortgage and mezzanine financings, preferred equity, construction loans, and restructuring work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Location

Duties

Advise clients on complex commercial real estate finance transactions

Structure and negotiate:

Mortgage and mezzanine loans

Preferred equity investments

Bridge and permanent loan originations

Draft and negotiate co-lender agreements, syndications, participations, and intercreditor arrangements

Counsel lenders and investors on workouts, loan restructurings, and distressed asset scenarios

Coordinate with tax, corporate, and other legal teams to structure transactions

Represent a mix of institutional lenders, debt funds, and private equity sponsors

Manage deal flow and supervise junior associates and paralegals where appropriate

Requirements

3–7 years of relevant real estate finance experience at a top-tier law firm

Substantial experience in commercial lending and real estate structured finance

Demonstrated ability to manage complex transactional work with multiple stakeholders

Strong client service orientation and ability to thrive in a high-volume environment

Proven success handling responsibility for deal management and client communications

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school

Admission to practice law in Illinois or eligibility for admission

Certifications

No specific certifications required; experience in structured finance or CRE capital markets is a plus

Skills

Proficient in real estate finance documentation and deal structuring

Excellent legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills

Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced practice

Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Disability and life insurance

Retirement savings and 401(k) plan options

Paid time off and holidays

Family support and wellness programs

Performance-based bonus potential

Opportunities for career advancement and high-value deal exposure

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
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