Real Estate Attorney

Northwestern Mutual•Milwaukee, WI

17h•$126,000 - $234,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Northwestern Mutual Law Department is seeking an experienced and agile real estate attorney to join our Real Estate Investment Team. You’ll have the opportunity to lead sophisticated real estate transactions, working alongside top real estate talent. This role is well-suited for an early-career attorney who is ready to take on increasing responsibility with strong mentorship and support from experienced in-house attorneys. About the Job: This attorney will support the Company’s $60+ billion real estate investment portfolio, including providing legal advice on matters relating to the Company's commercial mortgage loan and real estate equity portfolio; most legal work is handled entirely in-house. Specifically: serve as primary legal counsel to the Company's real estate investment professionals in structuring, negotiating and documenting complex, commercial mortgage loans (floating, fixed, permanent and construction), real estate acquisitions and joint venture and development transactions; and provide legal support for a wide range of asset management and loan servicing activities for the Company’s real estate investment portfolio including development matters, joint venture amendments, consents to loan transfers, leasing and management agreements, and other asset management and loan servicing needs.

Requirements

3-5 years of legal experience in one or more of the following areas: commercial mortgage lending, commercial real estate development, real estate joint ventures, large, commercial real estate acquisitions
A Juris Doctorate degree and exemplary academic record
a license to practice law in the State of Wisconsin or a commitment to become licensed within the first year of employment is required

Nice To Haves

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Highly analytical and curious mind
Creative, detail-oriented, with the judgment to navigate ambiguity and the willingness to ask questions and collaborate
High integrity, ethical standards, and a positive, collaborative attitude
Self-motivated, proactive, and able to prioritize multiple tasks effectively
Strong problem-solving skills and practical business judgment, with a focus on client service
Flexibility and adaptability to meet evolving business needs

Responsibilities

serve as primary legal counsel to the Company's real estate investment professionals in structuring, negotiating and documenting complex, commercial mortgage loans (floating, fixed, permanent and construction), real estate acquisitions and joint venture and development transactions
provide legal support for a wide range of asset management and loan servicing activities for the Company’s real estate investment portfolio including development matters, joint venture amendments, consents to loan transfers, leasing and management agreements, and other asset management and loan servicing needs

Benefits

Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and nationally recognized Law Department, with 130+ members from across the country and a culture that values every background and perspective.
Work in-house on high-impact projects, with minimal reliance on outside counsel and direct engagement in business strategy.
Competitive compensation, annual bonus eligibility, and opportunities for career growth.
Join a Fortune 500 leader with $378 billion in assets, $38 billion in revenues, and a legacy of helping millions achieve financial security.

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