Commercial Real Estate Associate/Counsel

About the company

Our client is a law firm.

The role

Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Take on a mix of property-related transactional matters within a law firm practice, from document preparation through closing. You will run files with partner guidance and work closely with commercially minded clients. The position comes with a route toward partnership.

What you'll do

• Prepare and negotiate purchase agreements, leases and loan documentation.
• Steer closings with limited day-to-day supervision.
• Advise clients directly and propose workable solutions instead of simply raising issues.
• Examine title and survey materials for complex property deals.
• Assist with development-related approvals, agreements and incentive arrangements.
• Partner with senior lawyers on high-profile financings, tax-deferred exchanges and mixed-use projects.

Requirements

What we're looking for

• Recent, uninterrupted law firm experience handling commercial property transactions, at least 3 years.
• Capacity to manage a matter independently under partner review, without needing step-by-step direction.
• A steady, consistent career history.
• Excellent written work and close attention to detail, reflected in a clean, error-free resume.
• A pragmatic, client-focused mindset geared toward closing deals.
• Background advising on the development side of property projects.
• Familiarity with local government approvals and incentive programs for real estate projects.
• Not currently based in New York, unless joining together with partners.
• Willingness to be in the office 3 to 4 days per week.

Benefits

Compensation and benefits

• Base salary: USD 175,000 to 250,000 per year

Location and work model

• Roseland, NJ, United States (preferred) or Woodbridge, NJ, United States
• Hybrid, 3 to 4 days per week in the office
• Full-time