Real Estate Transactional Associate (Mid-Level)

Oculus Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 260,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with firm"s

Paid time off

Job summary

Oculus Group in San Diego, CA seeks a Mid-Level Real Estate Transactional Associate to join its nationally recognized Real Estate Practice Group. This partner-track role offers mentorship, development, and sophisticated client service in one of the largest real estate teams.

The ideal candidate has 3–4 years of transactional experience, JD from an accredited school, California Bar in good standing, and strong drafting, negotiation, and diligence skills to manage complex closings and structured

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of dedicated transactional experience on varied commercial real estate matters.
• High proficiency in drafting, negotiation, and diligence review with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication, superior organizational abilities, and ability to manage multiple concurrent transactions.
• Team-oriented approach with eagerness to learn from leading practitioners in the field.
• J.D. from an accredited law school; active California State Bar in good standing.
• Resume/CV, cover letter, and law school transcript are required for submission.
• Base Salary Range: $260,000 – $310,000 annually, based on class year, experience level, and qualifications.
• Bonuses: Eligible for annual performance bonuses consistent with top-tier market standards.
• Top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with firm contributions.
• Generous paid time off, parental leave, and comprehensive wellness benefits.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, sale agreements, and commercial leases.
• Conduct title review and comprehensive due diligence.
• Manage closings end-to-end, coordinating across teams and external parties.
• Collaborate on structured acquisitions, dispositions, debt financings, and leasing matters.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Due diligence

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Team orientation

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Active California State Bar member in good standing

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Mid-Level Real Estate Transactional Associate to join the nationally recognized Real Estate Practice Group of a premier Am Law 50 international law firm in San Diego, California. This is a partner-track position offering exceptional opportunities to work alongside esteemed industry leaders who are deeply committed to structured mentorship, professional development, and sophisticated client service. Joining one of the largest and most experienced real estate groups in the country, the incoming associate will benefit from an unrivaled depth and diversity of practice matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Transactional Drafting & Negotiation: Support complex, high-value real estate transactions by drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements, commercial leases, and related transactional documents.
• Title & Diligence Review: Conduct and review comprehensive real estate due diligence, including the analysis, negotiation, and clearance of complex title and survey issues.
• Closing Management: Manage transaction closings end-to-end, coordinating work streams across internal practice teams, clients, and outside parties.
• Structured Deals: Collaborate closely with partners and senior associates on structured acquisitions, dispositions, debt financings, and leasing matters.

Qualifications & Background

• Experience: 3 to 4 years of dedicated transactional experience working on varied commercial real estate matters.
• Skills: High level of proficiency in document drafting, negotiation, and diligence review with meticulous attention to detail.
• Competencies: Strong verbal and written communication skills, superior organizational abilities, and the capacity to manage multiple concurrent transactions.
• Mindset: Team-oriented approach with an eagerness to learn directly from leading practitioners in the field.
• Licensure: Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school; active member in good standing of the California State Bar.
• Application Materials: Resume/CV, cover letter, and law school transcript are required for submission.
• Base Salary Range: $260,000 – $310,000 annually, based on class year, experience level, and qualifications.
• Bonuses: Eligible for annual performance bonuses consistent with top-tier market standards.
• Top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with firm contributions.
• Generous paid time off, parental leave, and comprehensive wellness benefits.