Senior Associate Attorney- Commercial Real Estate

Jobot; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Generous PTO

401(k) with firm match

Health insurance

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Associate – Commercial Real Estate in a hybrid role in Boston, MA. The position offers a salary of $200,000–$240,000 per year and involves handling acquisitions, dispositions, financings, joint ventures, leasing, and development projects for a boutique real estate law practice.

Candidates must have a J.D. and Massachusetts bar, 5+ years of CRE experience, and strong drafting and negotiation skills, with the ability to mentor junior attorneys and manage multiple complex

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active Massachusetts bar membership.
• 5+ years of commercial real estate law experience at a reputable firm or in-house.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and client-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and leasing of commercial real estate assets.
• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase agreements, loan documents, JV agreements, and leases.
• Conduct and oversee due diligence, including title and survey review, zoning analysis, and contracts assessment.
• Collaborate with lenders, investors, developers, and institutional clients to structure complex transactions.
• Assist with real estate aspects of corporate mergers and acquisitions.
• Manage client relationships and provide strategic counsel on investments and risk.
• Supervise and mentor junior associates and legal staff.

Skills

Negotiation

Drafting

Client management

Due diligence

Mentoring juniors

Time management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Massachusetts bar admission

Job description

Job details:

Hybrid role at an amazing boutique real estate firm

Salary: $200,000 - $240,000 per year

A bit about us

Our client is a boutique law firm, handling all matters related to commercial real estate. They provide legal counsel to pension funds, institutional investors and their investment managers, real estate operating and development companies, private equity investors, REITs, investment and commercial banks, for-profit and nonprofit developers, brokers, landlords, and tenants.

Why join us

• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Generous PTO Policy
• 401(k) with Firm Match
• Comprehensive Health Insurance

Job Details

The Senior Associate – Commercial Real Estate will play a key role in representing clients in acquisitions, dispositions, financings, joint ventures, leasing, and development projects. This position requires extensive experience in handling sophisticated real estate transactions and the ability to work independently while mentoring junior attorneys.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and leasing of commercial real estate assets, including office, retail, industrial, and multifamily properties.
• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase agreements, loan documents, joint venture agreements, and commercial leases.
• Conduct and oversee due diligence, including title and survey review, zoning analysis, and contract assessment.
• Collaborate with lenders, investors, developers, and institutional clients to structure complex real estate transactions.
• Assist with real estate aspects of corporate mergers and acquisitions.
• Manage client relationships, providing strategic counsel on real estate investments and risk mitigation.
• Supervise and mentor junior associates and legal staff.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active Massachusetts bar membership in good standing.
• 5+ years of commercial real estate law experience at a reputable law firm or in-house legal department.
• Strong experience with purchase and sale agreements, leasing, financing, and joint venture structuring.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions and work effectively under deadlines.
• Strong business acumen and client management skills.

Equality and inclusion

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.