Real Estate Finance Associate - Chicago

Greenberg, Traurig, PA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 220,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Health insurance

401K

Paid vacation

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A global law firm is seeking a Real Estate Finance Associate for their Chicago office. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of experience in real estate lending and financing, with a focus on loan origination. Responsibilities include working with clients from various sectors, managing loan transactions, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. A competitive salary ranging from $220,000 to $300,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package, is offered to qualified candidates. The position supports a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience representing financial institutions in real estate financing.
• Experience representing developers in real estate transactions is a plus.
• Must manage time to meet deadlines and complete projects.

Responsibilities

• Work with varied clients across industries.
• Engage in the origination of loans for real estate.
• Advise on the financing of real estate and collateral.

Skills

Real estate and asset-based lending

Loan origination

Strong communication skills

Client service skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

Member of the IL State Bar

Top academic credentials

Job description

Real Estate Finance Associate - Chicago page is loaded## Real Estate Finance Associate - Chicagoremote type: Hybridlocations: Chicagotime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR202600282Greenberg 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 variety of industries across the country. 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 a plus. Must be a member of the IL State Bar (or able to waive in).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.To apply, submit your resume, cover letter and law school transcript (unofficial transcript is acceptable). *We are not accepting agency submissions for this opening at this time.*The expected pay range for this position is:$220,000 - $300,000 per yearActual 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, 401K, 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.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.**No Fees Required**: GT will **never ask for payment for work equipment or network access**. Also, there are no application fees. We do not ask for bank information or any form of monetary or financial compensation during the recruitment process. All job offers will be preceded by an interview with our hiring team.If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by sending an email to [e-mail]. In your email please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting and a description of the position for which you are applying. If you have a disability that makes it difficult to express your interest in a job through our online application process, or if you require TTY/TDD assistance, please contact us to tell us about your needs.