Real Estate Finance Associate

2 days ago

London Area, United Kingdom Interlink Talent Solutions Full time £50,000 - £120,000 per year

This international law firm is committed to helping its people and clients achieve their goals. With a long-standing reputation for excellence and a global presence across major financial centres, the firm is recognised for delivering high-quality advice on complex, high-value matters.

Team Overview

  • The real estate finance team operates at the top of the market, advising both lenders and sponsors on investment and development financing in the UK and across Europe.
  • The practice also covers senior/mezzanine facilities, investment grade financing, and distressed or non-performing loan transactions.
  • Two-partner team with a strong cohort of associates and trainees
  • Consistently ranked in the top tiers by leading legal directories
  • Regularly advises on high-profile and sophisticated mandates
  • Works closely with the wider real estate and finance teams across Europe
  • Balanced lender/borrower practice, with a significant portion of lender-side work

Primary Objectives

  • Deliver excellent client service and lead high-value real estate finance transactions
  • Meet and exceed billable hours and performance expectations
  • Build and develop strong client relationships
  • Contribute to business development and growth initiatives
  • Supervise, support, and mentor junior team members

Responsibilities

  • Handle a broad range of transactional real estate finance matters with both domestic and cross-border elements
  • Act as lead lawyer on suitable transactions, delegating effectively and coordinating with partners and colleagues
  • Provide strategic advice on complex legal issues and manage matters efficiently, including WIP and billing
  • Strengthen client relationships by anticipating needs, communicating proactively, and delivering high-quality advice
  • Support firm-wide initiatives, including diversity & inclusion, CSR, training, and industry engagement
  • Comply with all risk, regulatory, and professional obligations, and contribute to client onboarding and acceptance processes

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

  • Qualified solicitor (or equivalent) in a relevant jurisdiction
  • Senior associate-level experience in real estate finance from a comparable environment
  • Strong drafting, negotiation, writing, and project management skills
  • Commercial awareness and understanding of law firm financial performance
  • Knowledge of real estate finance products and client sectors

If you are interested in this position, and you meet the requirements of the role, please click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact
Ellis Holes
for a confidential discussion.

Our advertisements use salary and experience as a guide only. Interlink Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.

*Please Note: Due to the high volume of applications we are currently receiving we are unable to contact applicants who have been unsuccessful.

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