Legal
Mid-level Transactional Real Estate Associate
Associate · Real Estate
New York, NY or Morristown, NJ
About the role
A leading Am Law 100 law firm is seeking a mid-level Transactional Real Estate Associate to join either its New York or New Jersey offices on a partnership track. The successful candidate will manage a high volume of transactions, acting primarily for tenants and buyers in commercial leasing, acquisitions, and built-to-suit development projects, particularly within the retail and industrial/logistics sectors. The role involves leading transactions from initial drafting and diligence through to closing, working directly with clients, and contributing to the wider real estate practice.
What we are looking for
• Approximately 5 to 8 years of transactional real estate experience, with a demonstrable background in commercial leasing and acquisitions. • Admission to the Bar in New York or New Jersey (admittance in the jurisdiction of practice required). • Proven track record handling high-volume deal flow, representing tenants and/or buyers. • Experience with ground leases, built-to-suit development, or retail and industrial/logistics properties is strongly preferred. • Demonstrated history of stable tenure and direct client management experience. • Applicants must not have interviewed with or applied to the firm within the preceding 12 months.
Compensation
$235,000 – $290,000 base salary (merit-based, dependent on location and experience; Morristown: $235,000 – $265,000; New York: $250,000 – $290,000), plus billable hours bonuses for performance exceeding the 1,900-hour target and fee origination bonuses.
Working arrangement
Hybrid
Visa eligibility
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship (e.g., US citizens or permanent residents).
Benefits
Comprehensive Am Law 100 benefits package, including a $500 personal business development budget, dedicated department business development support, hours-based performance bonuses, and a 10% fee origination bonus.