Associate – Real Estate Finance – Cheltenham – 2-4 years PQE

Overview

In this role you support a national law firm’s real estate finance practice in Cheltenham, handling a broad range of finance transactions. You will work with lenders and borrowers across sectors, contributing to end-to-end deal coverage and ongoing knowledge development. You’ll collaborate with colleagues, nurture key relationships, and participate in business development to grow client opportunities. The role offers a merit-driven, collaborative environment with opportunities for development and client impact. This is a chance to specialize in real estate finance while shaping high-quality transactions with a diverse client base.

Pay / Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance
• Scottish Widows Pension Scheme
• 28 days annual leave
• Bonus scheme
• Electric vehicle scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme

Responsibilities

• Advise on real estate finance transactions from inception to completion
• Maintain and expand sector technical knowledge
• Collaborate with colleagues to share insights and best practices
• Build strong client relationships and identify referral opportunities
• Participate in business development initiatives

Key requirements

• 2-4 years PQE
• Exposure to real estate finance (directly or via commercial property)
• Strong technical and drafting skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Commercial awareness and proactive mindset
• Organised, ambitious, detail-oriented, team-oriented

• Excellent communication
• Relationship-building
• Commercial awareness
• Real estate finance experience
• Drafting skills
• End-to-end deal handling

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