Real Estate Finance NQ-2

NQ Real Estate Finance Solicitor Band-1 US Law Firm London

Newly Qualified Solicitor (2025 or 2026 England & Wales qualifiers via SQE)

An elite US-headquartered law firm is seeking an outstanding Newly Qualified Solicitor to join its market-leading Real Estate Finance team in London.

The team advises leading private equity sponsors, global investment funds, major financial institutions, sovereign wealth funds, borrowers, lenders and investors on some of the most high-profile and complex real estate finance transactions in the market.

This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious NQ to join one of the most highly regarded real estate finance practices globally, working on sophisticated, cross-border transactions across a broad range of asset classes including offices, logistics, residential, hospitality, data centres and mixed-use developments.

The Opportunity

Working alongside market-leading partners and senior lawyers, you will gain exposure to:

• Real estate acquisition finance
• Investment and development finance
• Cross-border lending transactions
• Refinancings and restructurings
• Senior and mezzanine debt arrangements
• Portfolio and corporate-backed real estate financings
• Complex multi-jurisdictional transactions involving institutional investors and sponsors

You will join a highly collaborative team with exceptional training, significant client exposure and outstanding long-term career prospects.

Candidate Profile

Applications are sought from exceptional candidates who can demonstrate:

• Qualification as a Solicitor in England & Wales (this role will not accept foreign qualifications)
• A seat or substantial trainee experience in Real Estate Finance
• Experience gained at a Tier 1, elite US, Magic Circle, Silver Circle or similarly ranked international law firm
• A strong understanding of commercial real estate finance transactions
• Excellent technical ability and commercial awareness

Strong drafting, negotiation and analytical skills

Confidence working in a fast-paced, high-performance environment

Excellent interpersonal and client management skills

A proactive and hardworking approach with strong attention to detail

Academic Requirements

Candidates must possess an outstanding academic record, including:

• First-Class Honours degree (or equivalent)
• Strong A-Level results
• Successful completion of SQE 1 and SQE 2
• Consistent academic excellence throughout their education

What's on Offer

• Market-leading remuneration and bonus potential
• Exposure to headline real estate finance transactions
• Direct access to industry-leading partners and clients
• First-rate training and development

Applicants will typically be training at a Tier 1, elite US, Magic Circle, Silver Circle or similarly ranked international firm and will be able to demonstrate exceptional academic and professional credentials.