Commercial Real Estate Associate
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Salary Range: $215,000-$255,000
Scout Partners is conducting a confidential search for a Commercial Real Estate Associate to join the highly successful real estate practice of a prominent Chicago law firm.
This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of sophisticated transactions with meaningful autonomy and direct client contact. The successful candidate will become a contributing and influential member of the firm’s real estate group.
Responsibilities
- Represent clients in sophisticated commercial real estate transactions.
- Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents.
- Work directly with CEOs, business owners, investors, developers, and other decision-makers.
- Manage assigned matters with an appropriate level of independence.
- Collaborate with partners and other members of the real estate practice.
- Participate in client development and practice group initiatives.
Qualifications
- At least three years of commercial real estate experience.
- Strong transactional drafting and negotiation skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, analytical, writing, and organizational abilities.
- Solid academic credentials.
- Interest in business development and contributing to practice group growth.
- Admission to and good standing with the Illinois bar.
- Experience with commercial real estate financing transactions is a significant plus.
The firm’s real estate attorneys work on sophisticated, high-value matters while benefiting from a collaborative culture, direct access to clients, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
Compensation and Benefits
The anticipated salary range is $215,000-$255,000, depending on experience and qualifications. The firm offers medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan; pre-tax transportation benefits; firm-sponsored short- and long-term disability coverage; paid maternity, paternity, and parental leave; discretionary bonus opportunities; and additional benefits and employee perks.
Our client is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.