Real Estate Finance and Transactions Associate - San Francisco
Direct CounselSan Francisco, California, United States
Posted February 12, 2026
260000 - 390000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Direct Counsel is a full-service legal staffing and recruiting firm that specializes in both temporary and permanent placements across the United States. Leveraging deep local market knowledge, the company excels at sourcing, retaining, and deploying top-tier attorneys, paralegals, legal secretaries, and administrative professionals on short-term, long-term, and direct-hire engagements. Its comprehensive suite of services—including specialized searches, talent building, and legal assistance—ensures clients receive highly qualified legal talent tailored to their specific needs. Direct Counsel’s distinctive advantage lies in its proven ability to quickly match clients with the right professionals, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and legal team performance.
Job Description
Direct Counsel is seeking a Real Estate Associate (3-6 years of experience) to join its sophisticated real estate practice in multiple U.S. locations, offering exposure to high-value transactions across various asset classes and deal structures.
Requirements
- 3-6 years of broad real estate transactional experience
- Strong experience with mortgage debt financing (borrower-side preferred) and purchase/sale transactions
- Leasing and joint venture experience a plus
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment
- Collaborative mindset with strong independent problem-solving ability
- Active bar membership in good standing
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package including medical, financial, and other firm-sponsored benefits