Real Estate Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Real Estate Associate for its Chicago, IL office. This full-time position offers the opportunity to engage directly with clients from various industries nationwide. The role involves significant transactional responsibilities in commercial real estate.

Duties

• Manage commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions and dispositions.
• Handle debt and equity financings and development projects.
• Collaborate with senior associates and shareholders for training and mentoring.
• Develop business and relationship skills for client interactions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in commercial real estate transactions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage a challenging workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Big firm experience preferred.
• Admission to the Illinois Bar preferred.

Education

• Strong academic credentials required.

Certifications

• Admission to the Illinois Bar preferred.

Skills

• Excellent writing skills.
• High energy level and positive attitude.
• Proven willingness to accept significant responsibility.

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus eligibility.
• Health insurance with optional HSA.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental and vision care.
• Life insurance.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401K plan.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Employee assistance program.
• Voluntary accident, life, disability, long-term care, critical illness, and cancer insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Commuter and transit programs in certain markets.

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