Commercial Real Estate Transactions Associate
- $100,000 - $175,000
- Jacksonville, FL
A bit about us:
We trace our origins to 1978 and now operate from offices in Jacksonville, Amelia Island, Ponte Vedra, and St. Johns County, offering coordinated counsel across tax planning and controversies, corporate and business transactions, real estate finance, employee benefits, trusts and estates, and dispute resolution. Ranked in the top regional tier for corporate, tax, real estate, ERISA, and trusts and estates law for 2025, we focus on building businesses and protecting wealth through practical advice, meticulous document work, and strategic advocacy. Our roster of board-certified specialists and trial-tested litigators collaborates seamlessly, guiding clients through everything from construction lending and complex mergers to probate litigation and guardianship disputes. By partnering closely with accountants, financial advisors, and other professionals, we provide integrated solutions that safeguard assets, foster growth, and resolve conflicts efficiently.
Why join us?
- Great reputation
- Career growth opportunities
- Competitive compensation
Job Details
About the role
We are seeking a commercial real estate generalist to handle a broad range of transactional matters across Florida. The ideal candidate brings at least two years of hands-on experience in commercial real estate deals and is eager to take ownership of projects from term sheet through closing.
Key responsibilities
Required qualifications
Preferred qualifications
We are seeking a commercial real estate generalist to handle a broad range of transactional matters across Florida. The ideal candidate brings at least two years of hands-on experience in commercial real estate deals and is eager to take ownership of projects from term sheet through closing.
Key responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, commercial leases, loan documents, easements, and related instruments
- Oversee all aspects of due diligence, including title and survey review, zoning and land-use research, and environmental assessments
- Coordinate with lenders, investors, surveyors, title agents, and local government officials to clear conditions and ensure timely closings
- Manage closing checklists, prepare closing statements, and facilitate recording of documents
- Advise clients on development issues, entitlements, and property‐level risk mitigation strategies
- Monitor deal timelines, track critical dates, and keep stakeholders informed of status and next steps
- Assist with ongoing portfolio management items such as lease amendments, estoppels, and refinancing transactions
Required qualifications
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active membership in the Florida Bar
- Minimum two years of dedicated experience in commercial real estate transactions at a law firm or in-house legal department
- Proven ability to draft clear, concise transactional documents and negotiate effectively with opposing counsel
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail when juggling multiple matters simultaneously
- Self-starter mindset with the judgment to work independently and the teamwork skills to collaborate across disciplines
Preferred qualifications
- Experience with development projects, construction lending, or land use entitlements
- Familiarity with multistate or portfolio transactions involving retail, industrial, or mixed-use assets
- Comfort with basic financial modeling or reading pro formas
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.