Real Estate Finance Associate - Chicago

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for Real Estate Lending Associates in the Chicago office. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package.  GT is consistently among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100; the Associate will have the opportunity to work with clients, large and small, from variety of industries across the country.       

Qualified candidates should have 4-6 years of experience representing financial institutions specializing in real estate and asset-based lending, specifically loan origination. Experience representing developers in connection with the purchase, sale and financing of real estate and other forms of collateral a plus. Must be a member of the IL State Bar (or able to waive in).

We are seeking candidates with excellent academic credentials, strong communication and client service skills, as well as the ability to multi-task and manage their time to meet deadlines and complete projects.

To apply, submit your resume, cover letter and law school transcript (unofficial transcript is acceptable).       

Submissions from search firms will only be accepted through our web portal for third-party submissions; for access, contact Julie Yedinak.

The expected pay range for this position is:

$235,000 - $320,000 per year

Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.  Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program.  Additional voluntary programs include:  voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance.  Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.

GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.