Associate

The Real Estate Transactions Associate (Mid-Level, 5th-8th year) will play a key role in providing high-quality real estate transactions legal services to a wide range of clients in New York and across the US. This hybrid permanent position in New York City offers the opportunity to work directly with Partners on varied, challenging real estate transactions projects in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Client Details

Top international big law firm looking to hire into their top Chambers ranked, well-established real estate transactions practice group, known for its expertise and client-service approach. Based in their flagship New York City, US HQ office in Midtown, the firm is recognized for their diverse client base and genuine commitment to mentoring and career progression, exposure to varied, substantive real estate transactions matters.

Description

As Mid-Level Real Estate Transactions Associate, varied responsibilities include:

• Advising clients on real estate transactions: acquisitions, dispositions, leases, joint ventures, developments and financing.
• Draft and negotiate complex real estate contracts and agreements.
• Conduct thorough due diligence and manage risk assessment for real estate matters.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to deliver tailored client solutions.
• Contribute to team development by mentoring Junior Associates and sharing expertise.

Page Executive is the specialist search arm to PageGroup, other brands include Michael Page, Page Personnel and Page Outsourcing. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, we have local specialist search consultants in 37 countries worldwide. Founded in 1976, originally focusing on Financial Services, we now recruit across multiple practice groups with legal search consultants worldwide.

Candidates must be based in New York/ Tri-State area, able to work from the Midtown office 4 days per week, and have US work authorization now and indefinitely.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

The successful Real Estate Transactions Mid-Level Associate will have demonstrable experience/ skills:

• A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership preferably in New York (or ability to be sworn in).
• 5-8 years relevant real estate transactions experience within big law.
• Strong knowledge of real estate law, including transaction - drafting and negotiating.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines efficiently.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities to interact effectively with clients and colleagues.
• A collaborative mindset and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

Job Offer

The Real Estate Transactions Associate (Mid-Level) will benefit from:

• Competitive salary in the range of $365,000 to $435,000 annually, depending on relevant experience.
• Annual billing target of 1950 hours with comprehensive support to meet goals including pro bono work.
• Opportunities for mentoring, professional growth and development within the firm.
• Hybrid working arrangement - 4 days per week in the firm's US HQ, the firm is committed to mentoring opportunities and career progression.
• A supportive, collaborative and professional international firm - exposure to varied transactions for clients in New York and across the US.

If you are ready to take the next step within a highly reputable big law firm, handling varied real estate transaction matters in New York and across the US, we encourage you to apply today!

Page Group USA is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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