Real Estate Finance Senior Associate

Ashurst is a leading global law firm with a determination to go beyond the ordinary by outpacing change. We have a community of 4800+ people across over 30 offices globally and are a trusted adviser to top corporates, financial institutions and governments. What sets us apart is our ambition for our people and our clients.
What makes Ashurst a great place to work?Flexible work optionsMarket leading parental leave of 26 weeks paid leave irrespective of genderHealth and wellbeing benefits, gym membership and corporate health plansGenuine opportunities to grow your career through secondments or global opportunities,Extensive Learning & Development opportunities including tailored professional development for all employees, coaching, mentoring and study support for further education.We have a strong commitment to social impact, demonstrated by our extensive volunteering and pro-bono opportunities, as well as our award-winning social inclusion and mobility programs.We are committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
The OpportunityWe are currently seeking a Senior Associate to join our renowned Real Estate Finance practice—consistently ranked Band 1 by Chambers and recognised across the market for its depth, deal-making ingenuity and client-centric approach. The team sits within the Firms Global Loans practice, generating mandates that span the full spectrum of sophisticated real estate finance transactions, from high-value bilateral and syndicated investment facilities to complex development, construction and acquisition financings with multi-jurisdictional or bespoke structuring elements. Acting for all four major Australian banks, many international investment banks, leading domestic and offshore credit funds and a growing cohort of top-tier sponsor clients, we are routinely entrusted with the most significant and high-profile matters in the market.
As a Senior Associate within this first-class practice you will be involved with leading transactions end-to-end, drafting and negotiating facility, security and intercreditor documentation; managing and mentoring talented junior lawyers; driving matter strategy; and liaising directly with senior stakeholders, sponsors and financiers. You will also play a pivotal role in nurturing key client relationships, contributing to thought leadership initiatives and supporting the ongoing growth of the team through business development, training and knowledge-sharing.
A full job description including a breakdown of responsibilities can be found attached to the role on our careers page />We are interested in hearing from people who have: 5+ years' loan markets experience gained within a top-tier firm, respected mid-tier firm, or in-house with experience in real estate finance, including acquisition and development finance.Experience in drafting and negotiating finance documents in real estate financing transactions, including facility agreements, intercreditor agreements, and side deeds. This will include familiarity with relevant APLMA precedents.Experience in engaging directly with clients to progress complex transactions, including working to tight deadlines where necessary, with appropriate partner support.Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and superior analytical and drafting skills.
We value diverse perspectives at Ashurst, so even if you don't feel you meet all of the requirements, we still encourage you to apply.
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