Associate - Real Estate Finance

Real Estate Finance Associate Placed by Fintelligent on behalf of a leading international law firmLocation: LondonPQE: 1+ Year PQE (Junior–Mid Level)Practice Area: Real Estate FinanceQualification: England & Wales qualified solicitor About the Role Fintelligent is partnering with a leading international law firm to recruit a Real Estate Finance Associate into its London team.This is an excellent opportunity for a junior real estate finance lawyer to join a highly regarded and growing practice acting on complex domestic and cross-border financing transactions. The team advises a broad range of lenders and borrowers across the full spectrum of real estate asset classes, offering exposure to high-value, structured and development-led financings.The successful candidate will work closely with partners and senior lawyers on a varied and fast-moving workload, gaining significant responsibility and client exposure early in their career. What You'll Do Work on a broad range of real estate finance transactions, including: Development finance Investment and acquisition finance Hotel and leisure finance PRS (Private Rented Sector) financing Student accommodation finance Logistics and office sector financings Islamic finance and mezzanine structures Act for both lenders (including banks, debt funds and insurers) and borrowers (including investors, developers and property companies). Draft, review and negotiate finance and security documentation. Support partners and senior associates on complex, structured real estate finance deals. Assist with cross-border and multi-jurisdictional financing transactions. Manage workstreams and support transaction execution across multiple deals. Contribute to client relationship management and business development activities. Work collaboratively within a high-performing and supportive team environment. What We're Looking For 1+ year PQE gained in a real estate finance or broader banking/finance practice. Strong academic record. Solid understanding of general finance principles and transaction structures. Experience working on real estate finance transactions is essential. Strong drafting and document negotiation skills. Proactive, detail-oriented and commercially minded approach. Strong communication and client relationship skills. Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to support colleagues. Ambition to develop within a high-performing transactional finance practice. Compensation Compensation is highly competitive and aligned with leading international law firm market rates.The package includes a comprehensive benefits offering and opportunities for bonus participation, alongside strong support for professional development, training and career progression. Additional Information The firm offers a collaborative and supportive culture with a strong emphasis on associate development and early responsibility.Associates are encouraged to take an active role in business development and client engagement, alongside technical legal work.The firm promotes a collegiate working environment focused on growth, innovation and long-term career development within the real estate finance sector.