Attorney / Associate - Commercial Real Estate
Full-time
Watts & Associates Recruitment
Watts & Associates is working discreetly with a global full service firm with an international platform and highly regarded real estate practice seeking a mid level Commercial Real Estate Associate to join its Chicago, IL office.
This role offers direct access to sophisticated commercial real estate transactions across multiple asset classes, with meaningful responsibility on high value matters from day one. You will work closely with senior lawyers in a collaborative, training focused environment that supports long term progression on a well established international platform.
Company Highlights
- Benefit from a recognized international full service platform with strong rankings across real estate and corporate practices
- Join a highly regarded real estate team advising on complex, multi jurisdiction portfolios and development projects for institutional clients
- Leverage a broad global footprint that supports cross market transactions and national client relationships
- Work in a collaborative culture with strong mentorship, partner accessibility and cross practice teamwork
- Access structured training, professional development and global mobility programs that support clear long term career growth
The Role
- Structure and execute acquisitions, dispositions and financings across office, retail, logistics, healthcare, student housing and hospitality assets
- Advise on operational and development matters for major real estate investors, developers, lenders and operators
- Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, loan documents, commercial leases and joint venture agreements
- Lead and manage title, survey, environmental and zoning due diligence on complex transactions
- Collaborate closely with partners and cross disciplinary teams to deliver commercially focused advice
Ideal Candidate Profile
The firm is seeking a mid level Commercial Real Estate Associate with:
- 4 to 6 years of commercial real estate experience at a reputable law firm
- Hands on experience with acquisitions, dispositions and financings across multiple asset classes
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills for purchase and sale, loan, lease and joint venture documents
- Experience managing title, survey, environmental and zoning due diligence on sophisticated matters
- Admission to the Illinois bar and willingness to work in the Chicago office 5 days per week
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive package aligned with comparable international firm real estate roles
- Performance based bonus opportunity
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits
- Paid time off and firm recognized holidays
- Retirement savings plan with firm supported options
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