Real Estate Transactions & Finance Associate

About Our Client

Large US firm with offices coast to coast. Known for delivering high-quality legal expertise and exceptional service to an impressive client base. The firm is committed to Associate development and progression. The firm is hiring as they further grow their well‑established and highly successful real‑estate group.

As Real Estate Transactions & Finance Associate you will handle varied matters:

• Draft, negotiate, and review real estate contracts and agreements, handling associated finance matters.
• Provide legal counsel on complex real estate transactions and financing structures.
• Conduct due diligence for real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and financing.
• Support clients with commercial leasing, joint ventures, and other real estate matters.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure compliance with legal regulations.
• Advise clients on risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Stay up-to-date on real estate and finance law developments to provide informed guidance.

Candidates must be based in New York/ Tri‑State and/or be open to relocating to the area so that they can work from the firm's Manhattan, New York office 3‑4 days per week. Candidates must have US work authorization without requiring sponsorship.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants. Michael Page will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

The successful Real Estate Transactions & Finance Associate should have:

• A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• New York State bar (or the ability to sit/ be sworn into the NY bar within 12 months).
• 3-6 years practicing in real estate transactions and finance.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in drafting and reviewing legal documents.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines effectively.
• A proactive and detail‑oriented approach to legal work.

The Real Estate Transactions & Finance Associate will receive:

• Competitive annual salary ranging from $250,000 to $370,000 depending on experience.
• 2,000 billable hours requirement.
• Highly competitive comprehensive benefits package.
• Ongoing professional development and growth.
• Highly collaborative and supportive, professional work environment known for nurturing and progressing Associates.

Take the next step in your legal career and apply for this exciting opportunity in Manhattan, New York.