Job Description

Real Estate Finance - Associate & Senior Associate
Location: Hampshire (3 days remote working)
Salary: Highly competitive
Our client, a prestigious law firm is expanding its highly regarded Real Estate Finance team and is seeking to hire both an Associate (NQ-5 PQE) and a Senior Associate (5+ PQE). This is an exceptional opportunity to join a thriving practice known for its collegiate working culture, high-quality transactions, and strong internal progression pathways.
We recently placed an Associate into this team who has since progressed into a senior role, illustrating the firm's commitment to genuine career development and structured advancement.
Associate (NQ - 5 PQE)
For this level, the team is open to applicants with mixed experience, ideally covering both commercial property and real estate finance work.
You will have:

• Up to 5 years PQE Exposure to property finance and/or commercial real estate transactions Strong drafting, analytical and communication skills A proactive attitude and willingness to learn within a supportive team

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting on acquisition, development, and refinancing transactions Supporting senior lawyers on due diligence and drafting loan and security documents Working with a wide range of clients, including large banks/lenders and investors Collaborating with colleagues across related practice areas

Why This Role:

• Broad deal exposure Excellent training and mentorship - working directly with a Partner and Senior Associate ranked in Chambers & L500 A proven track record of internal progression: a previous junior hire has already moved into a senior role

Senior Associate (5+ PQE)
For this position, the firm requires a clear and consistent focus on real estate finance. Someone who ideally has experience acting for many leading UK and overseas institutional lenders as well as a range of national and international corporates.
You will bring:

• 5+ years' strong PQE within a reputable highly real estate finance team Experience running transactions with minimal supervision Confidence negotiating complex loan and security documentation Ability to supervise and develop junior team members Strong client management skills and commercial awareness

Key Responsibilities

• Leading on real estate finance matters, including structured finance and development finance Managing and mentoring juniors Negotiating key transactional documentation Involvement in business development and growing client relationships

Why This Role:

• Work on sophisticated, high-value real estate finance transactions Strong progression prospects in a growing team Collaborative and well-integrated practice with consistent deal flow

What the Firm Offers:

• Market-leading salary and bonus structure

• Supportive, inclusive culture

• High-quality international and domestic transaction work

• Hybrid working options

• Proven internal promotion pathway

How to Apply
For a confidential discussion and full details, please send your CV or contact us directly. All enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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