Real Estate Finance Associate

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP; City of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is seeking a Real Estate Finance Associate to support high-value transactions and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. The candidate will draft essential finance documents and foster client relationships in a dynamic work environment. Ideal applicants will have a solid understanding of Real Estate Finance, excellent teamwork skills, and a passion for mentoring juniors.

Responsibilities

• Assist on Real Estate Finance and CRE Structured Debt deals.
• Draft finance documents such as facility agreements and intercreditor agreements.
• Support project management of deals alongside partners.
• Contribute to sector and specialist experience teams.

Skills

Understanding of Real Estate Finance concepts

Flexibility and adaptability

Commercial focus

Teamwork and collaboration skills

Enthusiasm for mentoring

Willingness to learn

Job description

Overview

The Real Estate Finance Associate will support BCLP’s market‑leading Real Estate Finance practice by working on complex, high‑value transactions across the UK and internationally. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, draft key finance documents, and build client relationships in a fast‑paced, flexible environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist on Real Estate Finance and CRE Structured Debt deals for a wide range of assets, including offices, residential, retail, hotels, and logistics.
• Draft finance documents such as facility agreements, fee letters, syndication letters, mezzanine documentation, priority arrangements and intercreditor agreements.
• Support the project management of deals alongside partners, associates and paralegals.
• Contribute to sector and specialist experience teams to develop expertise and share knowledge.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of Real Estate Finance concepts and market awareness.
• Flexibility and adaptability to manage work proactively in a high‑paced environment.
• Commercial focus with the ability to provide clear, concise and practical advice.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills across the firm.
• Enthusiasm for mentoring junior colleagues.
• Willingness to learn and grow legal skills within a supportive team.

Benefits & Diversity

We value a diverse workforce and are committed to a workplace where everyone can be themselves. Our inclusive environment focuses on merit, not background, and we actively recruit, retain, reward and develop talent regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability or any other protected characteristic.

Seniority level: Associate | Employment type: Full‑time | Job function: Legal | Industries: Law Practice