Job Description: Real Estate Lending Associate (4–6 Years) – Chicago, IL | Hybrid
Job Type: Full-Time | Hybrid
Overview:
Direct Counsel is seeking a Real Estate Lending Associate to join a leading law firm in Chicago. This role offers the opportunity to work with financial institutions and developers on complex real estate and asset-based lending transactions.
Responsibilities:- Represent lenders in real estate and asset-based loan originations
- Support financing transactions involving real estate and other collateral
- Assist developers with acquisitions, sales, and financing matters
- Manage multiple transactions and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Qualifications4–6 years of real estate lending experience
- Experience representing financial institutions (loan origination required)
- Developer-side experience is a plus
- Strong communication, organization, and client service skills
- Illinois Bar admission (or ability to waive in) required
Compensation & Benefits:- $235,000 – $320,000 base salary + bonus
- Hybrid schedule (Chicago office)
- Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k)PTO, disability coverage, and more
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