Real Estate Associate – Transactions, Development & Entitlements

Real Estate Associate – Transactions, Development & Entitlements | Los Angeles

Location: Los Angeles, CA
Experience: 1–4 Years PQE | Real Estate Transactions, Construction & Entitlements

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a Real Estate Associate (1–4 PQE) to join its Los Angeles-based practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong transactional foundation and be comfortable working on a mix of development, construction, and financing matters.

About the Role

Join a market-leading team advising on a wide spectrum of real estate matters, including acquisitions, entitlements, regulatory issues, and development-related contracts. This position offers exposure to some of the region’s most high-profile deals and a highly collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft and negotiate real estate transaction documents

  • Support entitlement and development matters

  • Advise on construction agreements and related regulatory issues

  • Coordinate with cross-disciplinary teams on financing and project execution

  • Manage multiple transactions with precision and client responsiveness

Who You Are

  • 1–4 years of real estate experience at a large or mid-sized law firm

  • JD from a respected U.S. law school; member of the California Bar

  • Excellent drafting, writing, and project management skills

  • Demonstrated interest in transactional real estate and development

  • A creative, organized, and detail-oriented legal professional

Compensation

Salary Range: $205,000 – $260,000 (DOE)
Benefits: Competitive package including health, dental, 401(k), and more

Interested?
Reach out to Freddie at freddie@thepeopleof.co.uk for a confidential discussion.
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Salary:
$205-260K

Location:
California

Discipline:
Corporate

Job Code:
Real Estate Associate – Transactions, Development & Entitlements