The People Of: Professional Services

Real Estate Associate – Transactions, Development & Entitlements

LOS ANGELES, CAPosted 20 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company

  • Job overview

    The Real Estate Associate role involves handling real estate transactions, development, and entitlements within a nationally recognized law firm's Los Angeles practice, contributing to high-profile deals.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The candidate will draft and negotiate real estate transaction documents, support entitlement and development matters, advise on construction agreements and regulatory issues, coordinate with teams on financing and project execution, and manage multiple transactions with client responsiveness.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The salary range is $205,000 to $260,000 depending on experience, with a competitive benefits package including health, dental, and 401(k).

  • Experience and skills

    Requires 1-4 years of real estate experience at a large or mid-sized law firm, a JD from a respected U.S. law school, California Bar membership, excellent drafting and project management skills, and a strong interest in transactional real estate and development.

  • Work environment and culture

    The role offers a highly collaborative environment within a market-leading team handling a wide spectrum of real estate matters.

  • Company information

    The company is a nationally recognized law firm with a strong presence in real estate law, known for high-profile regional deals.

  • Team overview

    The candidate will join a market-leading team advising on acquisitions, entitlements, regulatory issues, and development contracts.

  • Job location and travel

    The position is based in Los Angeles, CA.

  • Application process

    Interested candidates should contact Freddie at freddie@thepeopleof.co.uk for a confidential discussion.

  • Unique job features

    The role provides exposure to some of the region's most high-profile real estate deals and involves working on a mix of development, construction, and financing matters.

Company overview

The People Of: Professional Services is a business consulting firm specializing in providing professional services across various sectors. They assist businesses in interpreting data to forecast trends and inform strategic decisions. The company has a strong focus on helping candidates secure their ideal roles and supporting high-profile clients in achieving their business objectives. Established with a commitment to excellence, The People Of: Professional Services is known for its proactive consulting approach and comprehensive support to both job seekers and businesses.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight your 1-4 years of experience in real estate transactions, development, and entitlements, emphasizing your familiarity with drafting and negotiating real estate documents and managing multiple transactions with precision.

  • Stress your JD from a respected U.S. law school and membership in the California Bar, along with your strong drafting, writing, and project management skills, showcasing your ability to work on complex real estate and construction matters.

  • Apply through multiple channels including The People Of: Professional Services' corporate website, LinkedIn job postings, and legal job boards to maximize your visibility for this role.

  • Connect on LinkedIn with members of the Los Angeles real estate practice group at The People Of: Professional Services; use ice breakers like complimenting their involvement in high-profile regional deals or asking about recent development projects they’ve advised on.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'real estate transactions,' 'entitlements,' 'construction agreements,' 'project management,' and 'California Bar,' ensuring your resume passes initial screenings.

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