Real Estate Associate Attorney (4+ yrs)

Permanent Placements is seeking a Real Estate Associate to join a nationally recognized Am Law 200 firm in its Phoenixor Tucson office, with a strong preference for candidates based in or open to Phoenix. This role sits within a Chambers-ranked real estate group and offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of sophisticated commercial real estate transactions within a highly collaborative national platform. The Phoenix office anchors a larger, established team of real estate attorneys and professionals, while Tucson offers additional flexibility depending on candidate location. The group represents a diverse client base, including REITs, institutional investors, private equity groups, developers, and lenders across multiple asset classes. Why This Opportunity Stands Out 1850 billable hour requirement with bonus eligibility beginning above target Uncapped, tiered bonus structure tied to performance Formal mentorship program, including a dedicated peer mentor during the first year Quarterly feedback structure tailored to associate preferences Structured internal training platform focused on core skills, including delegation, feedback, billing practices, and business development Strong deal flow across acquisitions, development, leasing, and financing work Key Responsibilities Draft and negotiate documents across commercial real estate transactions Support development transactions, acquisitions, and dispositions Draft and review leases Manage due diligence, including title, survey, and related materials Assist with closing commercial real estate transactions Qualifications 4+ years of commercial real estate transactional experience Strong drafting and deal management skills Experience across acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and development preferred Ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines Excellent academic credentials Prior law firm experience required Work Model Hybrid No strict firmwide hybrid mandate Preferred in-office days are Tuesday and Thursday Initial onboarding period expected onsite before transitioning into a more flexible schedule Compensation $175,000 to $250,000 annually #J-18808-Ljbffr Permanent Placements LLC