Senior Commercial Real Estate Financing Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Midtown Manhattan is seeking a Senior Commercial Real Estate Financing Attorney to join their dynamic team. This role involves representing institutional and private equity lenders in a variety of financing transactions, offering ample opportunities for professional growth. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in commercial real estate lending, with a strong ability to draft complex legal documents and manage high-volume transactions efficiently. Join a firm that values expertise and provides a hybrid work environment, competitive compensation, and generous benefits.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k Matching

Discretionary Year-End Bonus

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Generous Fee-Sharing Opportunities

Hybrid Work Schedule

Qualifications

• 7-15 years of experience in commercial real estate financing.
• Must be admitted to practice law in New York.
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Represent lenders in financing commercial properties from inception to closing.
• Draft and negotiate various loan documents and agreements.
• Oversee real estate-secured finance transactions and workouts.

Skills

Commercial Real Estate Financing

Legal Writing and Drafting

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Microsoft 365 Proficiency

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Company name
BCG Attorney Search

Experience
3-30 yrs required

Location
New York City, NY, United States

Posted on
Apr 22, 2025

Valid Through
May 22, 2025

Profile

Job Location:
New York City, NY (Hybrid)

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm located in Midtown Manhattan is currently seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Real Estate Financing Attorney. The firm specializes in commercial real estate lending and offers a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for representing institutional and private equity lenders in a variety of commercial real estate financing transactions. The role provides ample opportunities for professional growth and development.

Duties:

• Represent institutional and private equity lenders in financing commercial and mixed-use properties, from inception to closing.
• Draft and negotiate senior, subordinate, mezzanine, preferred equity, and related loan documents, ensuring proper structuring of capital stack components.
• Handle various types of loans, including senior mortgages, junior mortgages, mezzanine loans, construction loans, balance sheet loans, bridge loans, participation agreements, and note-on-note financing.
• Review and revise organizational documents for borrowing entities, ensuring compliance and making necessary revisions.
• Draft and negotiate key transactional documents such as commitment letters, term sheets, fee letters, credit agreements, modification agreements, forbearance agreements, estoppels, SNDAs, inter-creditor agreements, co-lender agreements, and other ancillary loan documents.
• Oversee real estate-secured finance transactions, including workouts and restructurings.
• Review title reports and surveys, ensuring thorough title clearance.

Requirements:

• 7-15 years of experience in commercial real estate and commercial lender representation.
• Strong expertise in commercial real estate financing, including handling various types of loans and transactions.
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex legal documents related to real estate finance.
• Experience with financial workouts and restructurings.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently while managing a high volume of transactions.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Must be admitted to practice law in New York.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active Bar membership in New York.

Skills:

• Excellent legal writing and drafting abilities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills for both internal and external interactions.
• Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility.
• Competitive compensation package based on experience.
• Generous fee-sharing opportunities for business generation.
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401k matching.
• Discretionary year-end bonus.
• Paid time off.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : [phone]
Fax : [phone]

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