Senior Real Estate Associate (High-Level Leasing)

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Real Estate Associate with high-level leasing expertise to join its team in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate will have 6-8 years of sophisticated commercial real estate experience and a strong focus on office leasing. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment on a variety of real estate matters.

Duties

• Manage all aspects of commercial leasing, including landlord and tenant representation.
• Collaborate with owners, managers, and users, including REITs and institutional owners.
• Focus on sophisticated office leasing transactions.
• Run transactions with minimal supervision.

Requirements

• 6-8 years of commercial real estate experience.
• Experience with office, industrial, and retail sectors.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Strong writing and communication skills.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the state of Illinois.

Skills

• Strong work ethic and self-starter attitude.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and growth mindset.
• Excellent transaction management skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Eligibility for performance-based bonuses.

This firm specializes in the following practice areas: Bankruptcy, Corporate and Securities, Employment Law, Finance & Banking, Homeowners Associations, Intellectual Property, Litigation, Real Estate, Taxation, Technology, and Wealth Transfer.