Real Estate Finance Associate - Chicago

Greenberg Traurig, LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 235,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Dental insurance

Vision care

Vacation

Sick time

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A global law firm in Chicago is seeking a Real Estate Lending Associate with 4–6 years of experience in real estate and asset-based lending. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, client-service abilities, and time management skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $235,000–$320,000 and an excellent benefits package including health insurance and 401(k). The role provides the opportunity to work with a diverse clientele across various industries.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in real estate and asset-based lending.
• Experience representing developers in real estate transactions is a plus.
• Strong academic credentials are required.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Client-service skills

Ability to multi-task

Time management

Education

Member of the IL State Bar

Job description

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, has an exciting full‑time employment opportunity for Real Estate Lending Associates in the Chicago office. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package. GT is consistently among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100; the Associate will have the opportunity to work with clients, large and small, from a variety of industries across the country.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates should have 4–6 years of experience representing financial institutions specializing in real estate and asset‑based lending, specifically loan origination. Experience representing developers in connection with the purchase, sale and financing of real estate and other forms of collateral is a plus. Must be a member of the IL State Bar (or able to waive).

We are seeking candidates with excellent academic credentials, strong communication and client‑service skills, as well as the ability to multi‑task and manage their time to meet deadlines and complete projects.

How to Apply

To apply, submit your resume, cover letter and law school transcript (unofficial transcript is acceptable).

Submissions from search firms will only be accepted through our web portal for third‑party submissions; for access, contact Julie Yedinak.

Pay & Benefits

The Expected Pay Range for this Position Is $235,000–$320,000 per year. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, and other job‑related factors permitted by law. Full‑time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k), vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance, and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit‑based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non‑discrimination on any protected basis.