Apply here by 16 November 2021
The Firm
At Addleshaw Goddard we not only provide technical excellence and experience but, crucially, demonstrate real insight into our clients and what really matters to them. A natural choice for FTSE100 clients and for the best talent, our people fulfil their potential in an environment where they are developed and valued. They think in our clients’ shoes, as part of a team – effective business people as well as efficient lawyers.
The Team and Role
If you would like the opportunity to join a thriving and growing team, Addleshaw Goddard are looking for an experienced real estate finance lawyer to work on the finance aspects of real estate backed transactions.
Our Real Estate Finance team is a market leading team which acts lender side for major banks, debt funds, insurers and other financial institutions and borrower side for investors, developers, blue chip property companies and family offices on domestic and cross-border real estate finance transactions across all real estate asset classes.
You will be working closely with the Partners and other team members and will have the opportunity to undertake a variety of finance work including development finance, hotel finance, Islamic finance and mezzanine finance transactions in sectors such as hotels and leisure, PRS, student accommodation, logistics and offices.
Addleshaw Goddard has a strong reputation for providing Associates with a supportive but equally dynamic environment and so anyone taking up this role can expect to have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to growing our business. All of our Associates are encouraged to actively participate in business development opportunities.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience required
> Qualified lawyer with 5 + years PQE with relevant experience from a major law firm
> Strong academic qualifications from degree upwards
> Strong technical knowledge of the legal framework surrounding finance transactions generally, and strong document drafting skills
> Experience of working on real estate finance transactions
> Self-motivated, proactive, detail-focused, a person of sound judgment
> Enthusiasm for intellectually challenging work, ambitious and confident to deliver at the highest standard
> Fast learner with commercial approach
> Excellent client relationship skills and effective communicator
> Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
> Collaborative team player who will fit in well with our friendly and collegiate team, someone who is willing to pitch in to support other members of the team
AG is an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of a person’s gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to having a diverse team and actively encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and communities, particularly those from underrepresented demographics. We want our recruitment practices to be as inclusive as possible, so please let us know if you need us to make any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process to help you perform to your best.
Apply here by 16 November 2021
