The People Of: Professional Services

Real Estate Associate (Mid–Senior Level)

NEW YORK, NYPosted 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 at a leading global law firm in New York involves handling complex real estate transactions and contributing to a top-ranked real estate team.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The associate will lead and support joint ventures, acquisitions, sales, and REIT-related matters, draft and negotiate agreements and leases, advise clients on various asset classes, and supervise junior associates while coordinating with specialists.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The position offers a salary range of $260,000 to $435,000 depending on experience, comprehensive healthcare, 401(k), bonuses, hybrid work options, and wellness programs.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates need 3–8 years of experience in sophisticated real estate transactions, strong technical skills in JV structuring, acquisitions, leasing, or private equity real estate, a JD from a respected U.S. law school, and New York Bar admission or eligibility to waive in.

  • Work environment and culture

    The team is described as high-performing and collaborative, advising major institutional investors and private equity sponsors across diverse asset types.

  • Company information

    The role is with a leading global law firm known for its top-ranked real estate practice and involvement in high-profile transactions.

  • Team overview

    The candidate will join a collaborative real estate group working with institutional investors, private equity sponsors, REITs, and developers.

  • Job location and travel

    The position is based in New York, NY with hybrid working options.

  • Application process

    Interested candidates are instructed to contact Freddie at freddie@thepeopleof.co.uk to express interest or learn more.

  • Unique job features

    The job offers the chance to work on complex, high-profile transactions within a globally integrated platform.

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 emphasize your 3-8 years of experience handling sophisticated real estate transactions, particularly joint ventures, acquisitions, leasing, and REIT-related matters, showcasing your ability to lead complex deals within a global platform.

  • Highlight your technical skills in drafting and negotiating real estate purchase and sale agreements, joint venture documents, and leases, as well as your experience advising on diverse asset classes like office, multifamily, retail, and mixed-use properties.

  • Apply through multiple channels including The People Of: Professional Services' corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for this mid-senior level role.

  • Connect on LinkedIn with members of the real estate team or related divisions at The People Of: Professional Services; open conversations by referencing recent high-profile transactions they've worked on or expressing your enthusiasm for their collaborative approach to real estate law.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'joint ventures,' 'acquisitions,' 'REITs,' 'leasing,' 'real estate private equity,' and 'NY Bar admission' to ensure it passes initial automated screenings.

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