Associate General Counsel – Real Estate

  • Location
    Boston, Massachusetts
  • Contract Type
    Permanent
  • Posted
  • Start Date
    ASAP
  • Industry
    Private equity/venture capital
  • Expiry Date
    2025-06-25

Associate General Counsel – Real Estate | Private Equity | Boston, MA (On-Site)

A leading global real estate private equity firm is seeking an experienced Associate General Counsel to join its legal team in Boston, MA. This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact role at a world-class fund manager without sacrificing the compensation associated with Big Law.

About the Company:

This firm specializes in strategic investments and active asset management across diverse property sectors. With a collaborative culture and a global portfolio, they focus on value creation through deep market expertise and disciplined portfolio execution.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide transactional legal support for real estate investments, including joint ventures, acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and development deals.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents such as purchase agreements, loan documents, JV agreements, and NDAs.
  • Advise internal deal teams and senior leadership on legal and business risks.
  • Support ongoing corporate governance and general legal matters.
  • Work closely with the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications:

  • 2-5 years of legal experience with a focus on commercial real estate transactions.
  • Top law firm training required; in-house experience with investment firms or REITs a plus.
  • Strong familiarity with complex deal structures, JV formations, and capital markets.
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
  • JD from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing.

Compensation:

  • Highly competitive base + bonus (commensurate with Big Law compensation)

This is a unique chance to move in-house without compromising on challenge, compensation, or career trajectory.

Interested or know someone who would be a great fit? Let’s connect.

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